chocolate spoons
February 5, 2012 – 4:21 pm | 12 Comments

The perfect little dessert for Valentine’s Day!

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Hot and Spicy Queso Fresco Burgers
June 10, 2010 – 6:07 am | 3 Comments
Hot and Spicy Queso Fresco Burgers

Every time I think I’m “over” Rachael Ray and her magazine, she throws out one really awesome recipe that keeps me reading month after month. I much prefer “Fine Cooking” or “Cooking Light” for recipes …

ravioli jambalaya
May 25, 2010 – 5:41 am | 4 Comments
ravioli jambalaya

As promised, here’s another recipe from the Buitoni Pasta Party. This was one of the faves – enjoy!

The Buitoni Pasta Dinner Party
May 23, 2010 – 8:50 am | 12 Comments
The Buitoni Pasta Dinner Party

Foodbuzz always seems to know what I need, when I need it.
For example, they knew that a mere four months after moving to a new state, I needed a way to meet some new people …

the galaxy granola giveaway!
May 20, 2010 – 10:54 am | 36 Comments
the galaxy granola giveaway!

UPDATE: WE HAVE A WINNER FOR THIS CONTEST.
Congratulations to ANN BRENNAN!! Your delicious granola will be shipped
out shortly – thanks so much to everyone for entering!
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Random numbers generated Jun 10 2010 at 8:9:57 …

reese’s peanut butter bars
April 13, 2010 – 7:08 am | 23 Comments
reese’s peanut butter bars

DO NOT MAKE THESE BARS…if you don’t want to eat the whole pan.

Sweet Potato-Chicken Hash and Poached Eggs with Green Chile Hollandaise
April 8, 2010 – 8:00 am | 11 Comments
Sweet Potato-Chicken Hash and Poached Eggs with Green Chile Hollandaise

One of the best breakfasts I’ve ever eaten!

szechuan beef pasta
March 31, 2010 – 7:43 am | 16 Comments
szechuan beef pasta

An easy weeknight meal that makes the most out of ground turkey or beef.

mini yogurt cheese balls
March 23, 2010 – 6:26 am | 21 Comments
mini yogurt cheese balls

Healthy and delicious, these yogurt balls make a gorgeous appetizer!

finally…a delicious and creamy stovetop mac ‘n cheese!
March 22, 2010 – 6:11 am | 16 Comments
finally…a delicious and creamy stovetop mac ‘n cheese!

I’ve been on the lookout for a great mac ‘n cheese recipe for a long time now. I have one that I love that uses several different cheeses, topped with tomatoes and bread crumbs, baked …

A Wicked Feature and a Giveaway!
March 16, 2010 – 8:39 am | 22 Comments
A Wicked Feature and a Giveaway!

As I make my “official” exit from my beloved Refrigerator Soup, new owner Laura made the gracious offer to let me be this week’s featured blogger! It’s a fun feature where each week a chosen …

Nutella Mousse…just 2 ingredients!
March 16, 2010 – 1:22 am | 45 Comments
Nutella Mousse…just 2 ingredients!

Okay, so you know how much I love an easy recipe that delivers huge, right? 

steak, guinness and cheese pie
March 15, 2010 – 1:23 pm | 3 Comments
steak, guinness and cheese pie

I’ve recently become a big Jamie Oliver fan. I find his food movement very inspiring, his recipes always great, and he seems like an all-around good guy. I’ve already set my dvr to record his …

guinness corned beef and cabbage
March 14, 2010 – 7:24 am | 17 Comments
guinness corned beef and cabbage

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Well, almost.
I actually posted this recipe LAST year, but it was so DELISH that I thought I’d bump it up in case there’s anyone out there who missed it!  I’ll admit that …

now that’s some twisted bacon!
March 13, 2010 – 6:10 am | 21 Comments
now that’s some twisted bacon!

Two simple ways to make bacon better. You can thank me later.

Carrot Souffle
March 5, 2010 – 2:10 pm | 25 Comments
Carrot Souffle

Still looking for the perfect Thanksgiving side dish? This is my signature!