Monthly Archives: March 2010

Wild Rice Pilaf with Mushrooms and Pecans

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Kellie

Okay, so I have to be honest and admit that I didn’t have any pecans or cremini mushrooms.  I started out following the recipe, knowing I would be substituting a different type of nut and a different type of mushroom.  … Continue reading →

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General Tso’s Chicken

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Kellie

When we go out for Chinese food, my partner in dining often orders what he refers to as “The General.”  I’ve never been a fan of this dish, which is often served up as a fried mess of chicken, covered … Continue reading →

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Grilled Prosciutto-Wrapped Maple Scallops

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Kellie

One of my favorite easy grilled seafood recipes is prosciutto-wrapped scallops.  In all honesty, it’s so easy it hardly qualifies as a recipe…  Just fold the proscuitto in half lengthwise, wrap it around a scallop, and slide the scallop on … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower Soup

Posted on March 27, 2010 by Kellie

Today I tried Cabot’s recipe for Creamy Cheesy Cauliflower Soup.  The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were excellent.  I made a few small changes:  1 tbsp. dried dill, added half way through the cooking time in place … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Kellie

I found this recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake at RecipeZaar while looking for birthday cake ideas.  Initially I wanted to make a chocolate peanut butter cake from scratch, but so many of the recipes called for a ton … Continue reading →

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Mushroom Ravioli with Gorgonzola Sauce

Posted on March 21, 2010 by Kellie

This recipe was inspired by a ravioli dish served at Sebago Brewing Company.  In order to make these raviolis, I used directions from Cooking Light’s Pumpkin Ravioli with Gorgonzola Sauce. The filling consists of one package of baby bella mushrooms, … Continue reading →

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Grilled Mango Habanero Salmon

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Kellie

Today we hauled out our grill and patio table, and took advantage of the unseasonably warm day to welcome Spring with our first barbecue of the season!  It also gave us a chance to try out our new barbecue basket.  … Continue reading →

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Homemade Cheese Crackers

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Kellie

My grandmother made these little cheese crackers for a family gathering this past weekend.  They are great served warm!  They remind me of a recipe for cheese wafers (recipe below picture) that I have had in the past. Cheese Wafers … Continue reading →

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Reuben Casserole

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Kellie

This recipe for Reuben Casserole is one of many recipes that I have torn out of cooking magazines that my grandmother has given me.  Every time I take a stack of these mags home, I clip and tear out every … Continue reading →

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Maple & Cider Glazed Pork Loin & Maple Carrots

Posted on March 6, 2010 by Kellie

A few weeks ago, before watching Food, Inc., I bought a pork loin when it was on special at the grocery store…  I had no plans for it at the time, but the price was right, so I bought it … Continue reading →

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