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Spicy Ramen Stir Fry with Broccoli, Tofu, and Mandarin Oranges
My post-parenting years begin soon. We are moving from a child focused life, back to our own lives. As parents of two amazing sons, who are fiercely independent, intelligent, humorous, kind and inspiring, this would be the time in our lives we pat ourselves on the back for a job well-done. If only it were
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Stove to Table within 30 minutes: Moroccan Lentil Stew with Raisins
This lentil stew with raisins is considered a traditional Moroccan comfort soup much like our beloved chicken soup. Chick peas, lentils, and golden raisins stew in a savory tomato broth with cinnamon, cumin and red pepper. Dried fruits are a staple in a Moroccan kitchen and the raisins here are a perfect addition
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Eating Down the Refrigerator: One-Skillet Sausage And Polenta Parmesan
While trying to reach the glory of eating down my refrigerator and pantry, I came across this recipe that makes for an easy weeknight meal. This would not have likely made my radar, but I have odd and end ingredients scattered throughout my pantry, and it caught my eye. It’s a good thing because it
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French Lentil Rice Soup
Just as soon as I throw the windows open and get prepared to put on warmer clothes, the warm air comes rushing back. No matter, the cool air will return, and this is what we will be eating. I don’t use my slow cooker hardly enough. When I do, I am reminded that it is
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Mushroom and Provolone Patty Melt
This classic patty melt gets a healthy makeover with lean ground sirloin, reduced fat provolone cheese and plenty of mushrooms. The sandwich is quick and easy to prepare and makes a great weeknight menu idea. Mushroom and Provolone Patty Melts Makes 4 sandwiches Recipe from Cooking light Ingredients: 1 pound ground sirloin Cooking spray 1
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Prosciutto, Fresh Fig, and Manchego Sandwiches
Autumn has arrived and for many of us the weather remains warm with the possibility of still enjoying the bounty of the late summer’s harvest. Prosciutto and fresh figs are a traditional Italian flavor combination. Here, along with Manchego cheese and jam they create a sweet and savory sandwich. This is a light fresh sandwich