Monthly Archives: June 2012

Light Ranch Dressing

I’m constantly looking for ways to reduce the amount of processed foods that we eat, especially with things that we eat on a daily basis. We are nowhere near perfect, but we do pretty well with staying away from frozen … Continue reading

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Honey Wheat Sandwich Rolls

In my opinion, there’s no better smell than bread baking in the oven. In fact, I’m not sure why there isn’t a Yankee candle with a “fresh baked bread” scent. I would have it burning all the time! Making yeast … Continue reading

Posted in Biscuts and Rolls, Sandwich | 4 Comments

Brownie Cookies

Is is a brownie, or a cookie? A brookie? A crownie? I guess it doesn’t really matter what you call them, but you know if you’re going to combine brownies and cookies you’re going to come up with a winner. … Continue reading

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Four Cheese Ravioli

Pasta and cheese are pretty synonymous together, whether the cheese is sprinkled on top or stuffed inside of the pasta. So, why not kick it up a notch and use four different cheeses? The filling inside these ravioli is rich, creamy … Continue reading

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How To: Make Homemade Pasta

I’ve mentioned before that growing up, Sunday afternoons always meant spaghetti at Grandma and Grandpa’s with my Grandma’s famous sauce. Now, if you’re going to spend all day simmering spaghetti sauce, there is no way you go just throw it … Continue reading

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Pesto Chicken Stuffed Shells

It’s no secret that I love any type of pasta, and when you stuff pasta with lots of tasty components, it’s an automatic home-run in my book. While I’m normally one just to default to my favorite mariana sauce, every once … Continue reading

Posted in Freezer Friendly, Main Dish, Pasta | 4 Comments