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Frittata

What I love about a Frittata is the ease of preparation and the satisfaction of a filling meal. In our home this would be like the American Macaroni...
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Cocoa Pizzelles

My friend Gina and I must think alike..because when both of us are asked to bring a dessert to a get together we both show up with a tray of Pizzelle...
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Chicken and Walnuts Encased in Puff Pastry with a Basil Fontina Cream Sauce

This dish was simply satisfying! Simple because I used ingredients that I had on hand and a frozen puff pastry packet that was waiting to be used....
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Pistachio Pepper Encrusted Rib Eye Steak

A few years ago when our nest wasn't quite so full, my husband and I frequented a wonderful barbecue house that...
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Spring Greens with Candied Walnuts, Sauteed Pears, Gorgonzola and a Raspberry Pomegranate Glaze

The Poached Pears, Candied Walnut and Gorgonzola Salad is my all time favorite! I was first introduced to this yummy delicacy a few years ago at my...
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Easter Dinner; Sage Peppered Prime Rib with Sage Madeira Gravy

This roast is so easy to prepare, trimming some of the fat and dressing it with fresh herbs and spices make such simple preparations. I usually sit my...
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Easter Side Dishes; Sauteed Mushrooms in White Wine

Sometimes with the hustle and bustle of preparing holiday meals it's nice to have a few side dishes that take little time and preparation. The next...
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Easter Desserts; Pineapple Rum Cake with a Pineapple Banana Macadamia Nut Crust

I'm really exited and here's why! I entered a recipe contest with one of Foodbuzz's Sponsors, "Quaker Oats", and I won! The recipe...
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Easter side dishes; Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

Asparagus is the vegetable that I look forward to the most in early spring. It is so versatile and makes a wonderful companion to egg dishes such as...
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Easter Desserts; Panna Cotta with a Cherry Caramel Sauce

I love Spring.. the color's as they unfold in my garden scapes, the beams of light as they come through my windows, the light breeze and the crispness...
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