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Fragrant Pork and Rice Bowl

I adore the simplicity of this recipe.  I also  enjoy the pocket friendly  aspect at my total cost of $1.20 a portion.  I used brown rice but you can use any kind of rice that you enjoy.  I suggest omitting the fresh chopped … Continue reading

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Bacon Spinach Tomato Sandwich (BST)

January is an economically pressing time for any of us.  I would like to think that as a nation we are embracing the less is more initiative when it comes to the Holiday Season.  I strive emphatically but, it seems … Continue reading

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Turkey Chilaquiles

Chilaquiles (chee-lah-KEE-lehs) can be referred to as a poor man’s dish because it was created in Mexico to utilize leftover tortillas.  This dish traditionally is served at breakfast or brunch but I have enjoyed it for dinner on many occasions.  Chilaquiles incorporates … Continue reading

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Italian Ragu Bolognese with Spaghetti

This is somewhat of an authentic Ragu Bolognese.  Traditionally Ragu Bolognese originates from Bologna Italy and is served with fresh tagliatelle.  It’s a staple in Great Britain house holds and lovingly referred to as “spag bol.”  Britain has adapted their … Continue reading

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Baked Three Cheese Macaroni Pasta

Strangely enough this is not a recipe of my childhood.  Deprived am I.  I learned to make baked cheese pasta dishes at my first kitchen job in Scotland.  Baked Mac and Cheese is an ultimate comfort food in its’ own right … Continue reading

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