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Easter Egg Overload?  Time for some Deviled Eggs!

Easter Egg Overload? Time for some Deviled Eggs!

Lots of leftover Easter eggs?  Deviled eggs are always a crowd pleaser…or so I have heard.  I wrongly assumed I wouldn’t like deviled eggs because I didn’t care for the hard-boiled yolk.  But Tim loves deviled eggs so I decided to give them a try.  

Barefoot Contessa’s Seared Scallops

Barefoot Contessa’s Seared Scallops

I have been cooking but, as you may have noticed, I have not been blogging.  At some point in the fall, blogging started to feel like a chore so I pulled back and just cooked without the pressure of having to document it all.  The 

Weelicious: Turkey Pesto Meatballs

Weelicious: Turkey Pesto Meatballs

Update 1/26/2021:This recipe – which couldn’t be easier – has stood the test of time. My now 10 year old (!) has made it on her own. It’s funny reading the original post. Charlotte still shies away from beef and pork but she loves turkey 

Turkey Meatloaf

Turkey Meatloaf

Here is a super simple and delicious turkey meatloaf. I made a few changes so I could use what was in our fridge.  I used swiss chard and curly parsley (from my mother-in-law’s garden) instead of spinach and flat-leaf parsley.  I also used seasoned breadcrumbs 

Black Bean & Goat Cheese Quesadillas with Guacamole

Black Bean & Goat Cheese Quesadillas with Guacamole

Here is a delicious and easy vegetarian meal!  Simply cook black beans with onion and some spices.  Mash the black beans and spread on tortillas.  Top with crumbled goat cheese.  So simple but surprisingly delicious. Top with a simple guacamole made with avocado, lime juice, 

Orecchiette With Broccoli Rabe, Sausage, & Sun-dried Tomato Pesto

Orecchiette With Broccoli Rabe, Sausage, & Sun-dried Tomato Pesto

This recipe was a find on Pinterest, a new source of cooking inspiration for me. Tim and I both loved this pasta dish!  Great flavors from the sun-dried tomatoes, sausage, and broccoli rabe.  I used bulk Italian sausage from the half pig share we got. 

Roasted Chicken and Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted Chicken and Butternut Squash Soup

Here’s a tasty fall soup and a nice alternative to a traditional chicken soup. To save time I used pre-cut butternut squash.  I used chicken stock rather than water to add additional flavor.  I used a potato masher to break up / puree the roasted 

Slow-Cooker Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Slow-Cooker Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Here is a great slow cooker recipe if you like a little spice! The chicken had the great buffalo flavor and was super tender. Instead of sandwiches, I served the shredded buffalo chicken over a simple green salad with tomatoes and avocado.  I don’t care 

Fall Comfort Food: Beef Stew

Fall Comfort Food: Beef Stew

Unfortunately because I was entertaining I didn’t have a chance to take a photo of this very tasty beef stew.  But it was delicious and, while it says serves 6, 4 of us devoured it. The beef was so tender and everything had a delicious 

Kid-Friendly Broccoli Pasta

Kid-Friendly Broccoli Pasta

Here is a super simple kid-friendly pasta dish (Charlotte approved!).  Boil broccoli along with the pasta and then toss with oil and cheese.  Super fast, very flavorful, and most important a meal that Charlotte, Tim, and I all enjoyed together! Leaving-Home Penne Rigate with Broccoli