Category Archives: Mushrooms

Win Announced With LocalTV Interview


I knew that it would be different to be interviewed on TV, but it was more than different. It was such an honor and a “blast” to have Raleigh’s local station, WNCN TV-17‘s own Page Crawford interview me this morning. Page … Continue reading

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HELP ME WIN A TRIP TO SAN FRANCISCO!


When trying to think up a recipe to go along with a Cabernet Sauvignon, I thought up a creative ravioli recipe. I’ve tried ravioli before making them using wanton wrappers. So, after I designed the recipe, I entered it into … Continue reading

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An Easy Dish Using Quinoa Pasta


I had tried quinoa pasta last year and wanted to introduce it to “Mr. Special”.  I like that quinoa pasta, unlike other types of pasta, has zero cholesterol, very low sodium and low fat. And for a lot of people, … Continue reading

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Italiano Carne Scura di Pollo al Forno


I believe that when dating an Italian making certain the Italian dishes one creates for that special someone are FANTASTIC!! Not mediocre. (I would think that the mother of said date probably created some awesome dishes in her time and … Continue reading

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NEW RECIPES USING DARK MEAT CHICKEN


There was a sale at the local market on chicken . . . leg quarters. Well, needless to say, I stocked up the freezer.  I am always reminded of Paula Deen liking dark meat for the flavor. I’m sure others feel … Continue reading

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Fall is in the Air – Enter Casserole #1


This weekend  was a great preview to Fall. The weather was nice and cool. Because of the temperature change, I was reminded of a nice Fall casserole dish.  An Italian dish with layers of pasta, zucchini, mushrooms, ricotta cheese and tomatoes. … Continue reading

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I Can Make it Anywhere!!


I’m back from my trip to New York City! Wow, it was Fantastic! Just as a reminder, this trip was the one that I had won the end of last year (the Jimmy Dean Crumbles Recipe Contest – The Crumble … Continue reading

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Loaded Entree’


One evening last week, we were wondering what to fix and meatloaf came to mind. I haven’t made meatloaf in quite a while. I guess it’s because I would get on a “kick” for meatloaf and make about 20 in … Continue reading

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Quiche and The New Creme


This week I entered my first recipe and video into the Real Women of Philadelphia New Cooking Creme Contest for 2011. For the month of January, I have 2 chances each week to create a recipe & video, since Kraft … Continue reading

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