Tag Archives: What’s for Dinner

Veal Parmesan with homemade Garlic Toast from my homemade bread. This is what’s for dinner tonight.

Posted on March 10, 2024 by Sandra

      Adding as many photos as I can and then will fill in the recipe and lots of talking…lol           homemade garlic concoction for the garlic cheese toast      

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What’s for dinner?? Mmmm …. Homemade Taco Pizza

Posted on July 30, 2023 by Sandra

…   YUMMY ! …       Homemade refried bean too. I must admit they were great. …     … a

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What’s for dinner ? Homemade Slim Jims and french fries

Posted on July 28, 2023 by Sandra

Who says you can’t make the restaurant foods at home?    

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Mmm Homemade burgers and fries for 5

Posted on July 22, 2023 by Sandra

Choice of american cheese or swiss choice of toppings Choice of regular fries or sweet potato slices Choice of reg or bbq chips or doritos Adult drinks or soda   I normally don’t get many photos because I’m so busy … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Sketti and homemade garlic bread

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Sandra

  I promise to have the recipe soon. (I’m back now but it will take time)  

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Spicy BBQ Pork Sandwiches (made from left over Pork Roast)

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Sandra

   

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Someone wasn’t feeling well

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Sandra

  Ok someone needed babying  pampering. But you will notice that this person is well enough for a large bowl of soup and not one but TWO sandwiches. LOL (I’m not stupid).           poor baby

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What’s for dinner? TWO Homemade Turkey Pot Pies (and enough filling for the freezer)

Posted on October 13, 2019 by Sandra

  I was in such a big hurry that i forgot to take photos of the turkey breast before cutting, during and after so I will go find another photo from when I have made it in the past. Be … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Crock-pot Beef and Broccoli over rice

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Sandra

This is an old standby since I make it a lot for when I am not home when they eat. Super easy and yummy.   Crock-pot Chinese Beef and Broccoli 1 pound boneless, beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips 1 … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Cabbage and Homemade bread

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Sandra

  I will show the Stuffed Cabbage up here at the top and the bread down below. Yes, full recipes to come. I need to get all the photos in here before I lose them.     STOP RIGHT HERE……… … Continue reading →

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Lasagna for tomorrow because it’s National Lasagna Day (update… for today AND tomorrow they didn’t want to wait)

Posted on July 28, 2019 by Sandra

I am going to make two pans of lasagna today because tomorrow is National Lasagna Day. I would put the other pan in the freezer for an easy homemade dinner. I will update. UPDATE…. I guess they are having lasagna … Continue reading →

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Tried a new recipe and it was very good. Green Chicken Enchaladas

Posted on June 4, 2019 by Sandra

  Link below for recipe I made Three EX large cast iron skillets for the group.   Sprinkled with cilantro. Served with avocado slices and lime. Chips and homemade salsa too. Don’t forget the Margaritas. They may look like a … Continue reading →

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Breakfast for dinner. Cheese Omelettes or your choice of eggs

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Sandra

This is scrambled eggs with my mushroom mix ( mushrooms, zucchini, onions sauteed and placed in freezer for times like this) But I think that this mix is without the zuck. Served with strawberries, and an Asiago bagel.     … Continue reading →

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Large Dinner Salads tonight. Everyone tops their own.

Posted on January 25, 2019 by Sandra

    Help yourself to the toppings Ham swiss cheese cheddar cheese colby feta turkey hard boiled egg cucumbers radishes grape tomatoes carrots and red cabbage avacado   Salad mix for tonight is….. Iceburg baby spinach Arugala   The choice … Continue reading →

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Fajitas, chips and salsa. Fast simple dinner.

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Sandra

  Only a few for dinner so this makes sense. Served with chips and salsa….. I’m calling it dinner! It is so nice being able to just go to the freezer and see all the food that i froze using … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Simple Pork Chops, parsley potatoes and corn. Tossed salad and rolls on the side.

Posted on March 28, 2018 by Sandra

    Homemade chutney to eat with the chutney    

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They had a “Carpet Picnic” while I was busy. Arby’s

Posted on March 26, 2018 by Sandra

4 sprawled all over the floor watching TV. I didn’t get a chance to take too many photos because I was taking care of business and on the phone too long. But I heard that two of them had a … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Choice of Beef or Cheese Ravioli topped with Bolognese sauce, crescent rolls, tossed salad and jello

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Sandra

  Two family members need to do a carb overload so I figured this was the way to do it. I had a dinner salad, crescent roll and sugar free jello ( I had a big brunch again).   A … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? ….Do your family and friends think you’re nuts chasing them and their plates around to get a photo? Mine think/know that I’m nuts. This was dinner…

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Sandra

The platter was empty so I ran around like a nut and took photos of their plates.     This one starting eating and I place the camera on her shoulder . This one is having Chips and Dip… and … Continue reading →

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Riblettes, flavored rice, and sliced beets. Not gourmet but dinner anyway.

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Sandra

    It was dinner for one tonight. I wasn’t hungry so I only had to make one dinner. I feel like I cheated on a test…. it just didn’t feel right LOL.         .

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What’s for dinner tonight? Pork Chops, potatoes, apples and onions, and homemade creamed corn. Served with a tossed salad.

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Sandra

    When someone goes above and beyond to make dinner for you…….. it is so important to just say “thank you, it was great”. Sure, not every meal is good but when someone does something nice….. fake it with … Continue reading →

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T-bone steak, baked potato (with or without butter and sour cream, shrimp, salad, rolls. Mmmm

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Sandra

  A table for only 4 tonight. Everyone enjoyed themselves and cleaned their plates. I know that after my surgery I will not be able to do the cooking and eating like normal so I may as well fill up … Continue reading →

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Tacos, homemade tortilla chips with guacamole and salsa. Top with cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, or jalapeno

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Sandra

    Here you go…… grab and go The condiment plate photos were some of my worst so I can’t post them. They looked like a bunch of very blurry colors like dark green, red yellow etc. It was kinda … Continue reading →

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One of his favorite dishes. A large Botana.

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Sandra

Not feeling great so I’m not eating. It is only him tonight so I will make one of his favorites since he is also working during dinner. He complains about the tomatoes being the first thing to drop on his … Continue reading →

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Rump Roast with roasted veggies. Served with a tossed salad and crescent rolls.

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Sandra

The veggies are carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, white and red onions, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash.   Served with Au Jus on the side for dipping or the homemade steak/roast/beef sauce.               Homemade roast/steak … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Pad Thai for dinner

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Sandra

    One person….. NO pasta One person ….NO nuts One person…. extra nuts One…………….. NO Cilantro One person….extra sauce and extra Lime   Do I take instructions like a restaurant? Heck No……That is why everything is in little bowls … Continue reading →

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We had a late lunch so it’s a light dinner. I’m still full so I’m not eating.

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Sandra

      Mmmm Mmmm Good…..Mmmm Mmm Good,  That’s what Campbells soup is….. Mmmm Mmmm Good!  (How many of you were singing with me?)           He wanted something light so grilled cheese and soup for two. … Continue reading →

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Guys wanted something to eat in the garage. Smoked polish sausages with Chips or Doritos. (Gasp, am I going to get in trouble showing the brand?)

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Sandra

      Will this work out okay? Keep your fingers crossed.       I was asked to “burn” the first four. The others were just browned.                 .

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How embarrassing to have ordered “Carry Out” for friends, and look what ONE of the Fast Food places (Burger King) gave three of them for their order..

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Sandra

. Let me start by saying that “I will only tell you like it is”. I have contacted them and waiting to hear from them. I will Update when/if that happens, I promise. (3-22 they have never answered )   … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day…. Corned Beef and Cabbage served along with Colcannon for those that requested.

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Sandra

    When I bought the corned beef, I bought two flat and one point.     I am going to cook it all in the roaster since I am cooking three along with the potatoes, carrots and cabbage. That … Continue reading →

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Crispy Cod, with roasted broccoli, baked potato with sour cream, and tossed salad.

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Sandra

One person wanted naked fish (without breading), so I made that in a separate oven .   Two with tartar sauce, Two with lemon, and one with malt vinegar.         (potatoes were cooked out on the deck … Continue reading →

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Baby Back Ribs, homemade rice pilaf, corn on the cob, three bean salad, and pound cake for dessert.

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Sandra

I need to apologize for the crappy photos. The meat fell off the bone which made a terrible looking plate. Who am I kidding, all my photos look awful. That just means that they aren’t staged and spending time with … Continue reading →

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Pad Thai served with egg rolls

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Sandra

  I love fast dinners, and this is one of them   I normally make my own sauce but I needed something really fast for two batches of “eaters”.   Okay this batch is on the platter and ready to … Continue reading →

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Mmm, Homemade Pizza for a quick dinner.

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Sandra

    I took this out to show them, and to ask if they wanted more pepperoni or added toppings. They started digging in LOL       .

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Glazed Pork Steak, Fried potatoes, and Fried Cabbage.

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Sandra

Things like this are requested. Only two ate dinner tonight, so I’m fine with it. I wanted to use a head of cabbage that I had in the fridge anyway. I didn’t eat dinner.             … Continue reading →

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Dinner is Stew with Homemade Bread slathered with Butter. Diet? What diet? Nope, not today.

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Sandra

    I love my bread machine and try to use it at least ONCE a week.      

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What’s for dinner? KFC….. my night off ! Now let someone else cook tonight LOL. House full of people.

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Sandra

Two buckets 4 potatoes 4 gravy 3 Cole slaw 2 biscuits dessert Oh and I’m still not doing the dishes either. (smile)                      

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Baked Crispy Cod, Baked sweet potato and green beans. Yum!

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Sandra

I don’t know why, but lately I have been craving fish. ( Oh please get that thought out of your head because I am so old, I would make the “news”)   Nice crispy topping, lemon slices on the side, … Continue reading →

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A flat iron steak with grilled green pepper for two. Oops FOUR

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Sandra

A flat iron steak with grilled green pepper for FOUR, baked sweet potato oozing with butter, tender crisp fresh green beans, cold and crispy tossed salad with cucumber and grape tomatoes. And served with homemade salad dressing. Because we had … Continue reading →

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Lower Carb BBQ Chicken for dinner tonight….come back for photos

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Sandra

yum   with baked sweet pot or russet small salad with topping…. (they started devouring before I could grab the camera) roasted zucchini or with onions or cauliflower  ( I will decide later LOL)…… Zuke and onions it is !! 1 breast … Continue reading →

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Pork Chops, Brown Rice and Green Beans. Along with a crisp salad….. Mmmmm

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Sandra

      Season the pork with your favorite spices. These two had a mixture of bbq seasoning garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. The others were just salt and pepper.     Homemade rice pilaf…Mmmmm     Two different … Continue reading →

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Day after Thanksgiving and I did gain. 0.2 pounds and I am so proud of myself.

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Sandra

I ate like a hog so it could have been worse. I ate…. Turkey Stuffing two different family reipes that I made every year) real mashed potatoes with homemade gravy cauliflower with lots of butter Real green bean casserole cranberry … Continue reading →

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Shrimp, Spinach and Whole Wheat Pasta. I always make things up as I go.

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Sandra

            Don’t forget to use the shrimp sells to make shrimp stock for the freezer              

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Nice HOT Chili…..Mmmm

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Sandra

     

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Low Carb Pizza. Yum

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Sandra

This one was “loaded”. I made a veggie only but forgot photos   Everyone had a tossed salad also.   I used my “bestest friend” for this job. I whipped up this pizza dough in SECONDS. Here are a few of the toppings … Continue reading →

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Roasted chicken with baked sweet potato and green beans. Slurp ! oops sorry

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Sandra

                                 

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Low(er) Carb Hamburger Steak, Fiesta beans, small tossed salad. Oh and homemade lower carb ketchup.

Posted on October 20, 2015 by Sandra

This is the first can of “ready made” anything that I have opened in months. I just needed this for a fast dinner. And because we were in such a hurry, I only got photos while on their plates.   … Continue reading →

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One pan and simple. Baked Pork Chops with Sauerkraut and broccoli.

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Sandra

Served with a mashed sweet potato with butter and heavy cream. ( and a loss next morning). Oh and Lower carb strawberry shortcake with whipped cream.   I was worried about gaining 1/2 pound so Dinner was going to be … Continue reading →

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Baby Back Ribs, loaded sweet potato slices, and cauliflower . Dinner is ready !

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Sandra

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I guess there was a good sale on hams…….

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Sandra

He is so dangerous when he goes to the store.  ( he does find great deals but don’t tell him I said so)    

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Salads for dinner. Pick your toppings from the platters and make your salad. Grab the dinner rolls and call it dinner.

Posted on July 25, 2015 by Sandra

Dressings were blue cheese buffalo sauce Ranch vinegar   Imitation crab, eggs, swiss cheese, green onions, tomatoes ( artichokes and olives on one of these but I can’t see them )     Chicken, cucumber, tomato, green onion cheddar ( bacon bits, … Continue reading →

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Pizza Hut tonight and disappointed.

Posted on July 19, 2015 by Sandra

The pizza was made and before throwing it in the box, they threw a handful of spinach on top and handed it to us. Really? You can see how I just moved all this to one side, it was going … Continue reading →

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Shish-Ka-Bobs, homemade rice pilaf, roasted corn, and grilled “fresh” pineapple

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Sandra

  burp….. scuz me   “He” requested these for dinner a couple days ago, so of course I made them. Enough to feed 9 people. It was a nice time with friends.      

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Taco Night with Guacamole and Salsa with Homemade Chips

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Sandra

  I love these packets when you only have a few minutes to throw dinner together.       Add a little tomato and its almost there.     Ok now cover it up tight and wait for dinner. Time to … Continue reading →

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This was dinner was ….. ready for it?……Salad ! ( groan, groan… I hear you)

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Sandra

  There is a choice of breaded chicken with grated cheese, cherry tomatoes from the garden , green onions, grated carrots etc…..or you can have……..       Fake crab, hard boiled egg, cherry tomatoes from the garden, grated carrots, garbanzo beans  … Continue reading →

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Dinner was Breaded Pork Cutlet with Pasta. A side salad and a glass or two of wine.

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Sandra

.. It will take me some time but I will have all recipes up for every post.            

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“He” agreed to BBQ after it was being suggested strongly. (wink)

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Sandra

I did all the prep work so all he had to do is stand out there with the tongs in his hand LOL.   We had either small slabs of ribs or riblets, roasted corn on the cob, baked sweet … Continue reading →

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I sent “him” to the store for one gallon of milk, and one loaf of bread.

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Sandra

This is what he came home with……along with TWO Digiorno pizzas for dinner ( them not me). He opened the “puffy ones” right away for his lunch sandwich. I won’t eat any of this, ok maybe a hand full of … Continue reading →

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Taco Bell’s Enchirito. Ok, it’s as close as I could get.

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Sandra

Here you go… grab a fork. This is on the monthly menu, if not there would be sad faces. No black olives, I’m the only one that will eat them. I will copy the recipe after I have add my … Continue reading →

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Porterhouse Steak… YUM !!!

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Sandra

.               How many times can one person blow up potatoes ??? Let me answer that…. many. Please don’t tell me to poke holes in them. I DO know how to cook, I don’t … Continue reading →

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Fish & Chips with Cole Slaw…. Yum !

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Sandra

I normally don’t make breaded fish for my husband or myself but the other family members requested it. I only make it when there are a lot of people here so the mess that I make it “worth it”. I normally … Continue reading →

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He was charged $ 8.50 for this. Two Tiny Tenders ( the biscuit is bigger)

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Sandra

  There are times when “he” asks someone to get him a fast meal while he is in his office working. there are many days that he is in there 12 hours without stopping at all. This is his meal … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner?……White Chicken Chili. Who’s hungry?

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Sandra

I am the first one to admit that I am was not crazy about Chicken. That seemed to change about 20 years ago . I have started making it more and more but the thought of WHITE chili was something I knew … Continue reading →

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Made Up Steak Sandwich Recipe with Guacamole on the side. Of Course with homemade Tortillas

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Sandra
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Mmmm BBQ Country Ribs, Funny Rice and Corn.

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Sandra

  Ooey- Gooey BBQ sauce, extra buttered corn, funny rice and a tossed salad with homemade dressing. Talk about Carb overload (smile). Actually, I  was so hungry that I didn’t care about calories or anything. I have been working outside … Continue reading →

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Do you know what kind of flower these are?

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Sandra

I really like these tiny flowers and would love to get more. The only problem with them is that the bunnies love them too. Here is before the bunnies found them…… .   and now after. I have one single … Continue reading →

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A Cold Day and a Pot Roast. Can you smell it ?

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Sandra

I made a pot roast because the weather was yucky and I was busy. There is something so wonderful about throwing something in a pot and letting it cook. I’m glad I cut the meat this thick, it was perfect … Continue reading →

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We call this either “Botona or Nachos To The Max”.

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Sandra

This is a dish that we enjoy sharing or making individual plates. Choose your own topping and watch a good movie. Be careful because it is so sloppy and not good for game night or for eating while working. Here is … Continue reading →

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Beef Short Ribs for dinner… WOW

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Sandra

I mixed two recipes and these turned out great. This picture is blurry but scroll for more. Yes the plate is messy with sauce. SO WHAT !  I do not take photos to impress, I take photos for the “every day … Continue reading →

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Sausage and Sauerkraut served with mashed taters. Hey, it’s a New Years Day meal for luck, and “his” families tradition.

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Sandra

  I have a couple crock-pots and I love them. This one is HUGE. It is a Kenmore and I have to say it is wonderful ! I am able to make a recipe on the stove top and transfer … Continue reading →

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Homemade Vegetable Soup and homemade bread

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Sandra

        Here is the bread in the bread maker ….. can you smell it ?

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Rambling like Always, and Last Night’s Dinner of Steak Thingies”.

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Sandra

Where should I start? How about right here with some pretty photos of the sunrise?  I agree…. here they come.   I feel so privileged to be able to see the sunrises and sunsets. What a way to start the day. … Continue reading →

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Why do I always change a recipe?

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Sandra

I made a cucumber salad that was terrific. The problem is…. I changed it without trying the original way. Why do I always do that? Do you do that?  There has to be someone out there just like me. Back … Continue reading →

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Pork Chop dinner

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Sandra

I was in a big hurry so I threw dinner together in minutes. Pork chops baked pot veggie     2 eggs……..     fresh toasted bread crumbs………… ( or any bread crumbs you have)       parm cheese…garlic … Continue reading →

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Home Cooking….. Meatloaf, Mashed Taters, Peas and a Salad.

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Sandra

Oh myyyy…..Comfort food. I heard some of you shriek and run from the room. And then I heard some of you say “Yum, memories”. When I was younger ( yes, they had electricity) we weren’t able to eat junk food or frozen meals. You … Continue reading →

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His Second Day Making Dinner.

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

 Hot Dogs served with those salads. I didn’t get a picture because it was so fast. I was re heating some homemade baked beans from the freezer and he walked in the kitchen holding the platter of cooked hot dogs. … Continue reading →

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Tuna Noodle Salad

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

 I will come back and post this recipe along with measurements later. You will find this salad, and two others in another post about “his brainy idea’.  You can find it here . Tuna Noodle Salad  Please try to let … Continue reading →

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Potato Salad

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

This and two other salads came from this post about “his brainy idea”. You will find it here. Potato Salad . *laugh* These were HUGE potatoes. I only used four and they barely fit in the dutch oven pan. . … Continue reading →

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Taco Salad

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

I promise to post Measurements later today. Mom taught me like this…… “put a handful into the pot, sprinkle some salt in..” etc etc.” This salad ( and two others) came from a post about “His brainy idea” You can find … Continue reading →

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Well… It was His Idea and I’m Holding Him To It. With Potato Salad, Tuna Noodle salad, Taco Salad on the Side.

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Sandra

  The weather is going to be very warm for five days. He stated that he has a “great idea” (this can’t be good). This is how the conversation went. Him….. I have a great idea. Me……. (gasp) what is your … Continue reading →

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This is their Favorite Fish.

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Sandra

*smacks head….. save work, save work, save work. *  Here I go again and it took forever. Ok now forever but…. ( sniff, sniff) This meal isn’t as boring as it looks, actually it has very good flavor . Served with … Continue reading →

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Todays Dinner will be……

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Sandra

-Sloppy Joe’s ………..(or Pasta Primavera waiting for opinions from family) -Homemade Fries or “rounds” -Pickle chips for those that can handle the crunch. (below) Are you wondering why such a “gourmet” meal? (wink). It was a request for soft food.  Not … Continue reading →

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Big Huge Crockpot of Vegetable Beef Soup. I will make homemade bread later and slather the butter all over it. Slurp !

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Sandra

       

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Homemade Veggie Beef Soup

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Sandra
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Pizza night again with a house full of people.

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Sandra

  I’ll roll them out…. you top them……I’ll bake and serve. Oh and grab your own beverage too. (and use a napkin and get your feet off the couch…smile)                       … Continue reading →

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Rye Burger Buns

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Sandra

I love Rye Buns and have tried so many recipes for these over the years. I wish I could find the “perfect ” one. I want one that is fluffy and dark. Do you have one to share with me? Rye Buns Recipe  April … Continue reading →

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Homemade pizza night

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Sandra

I make all the dough balls and everyone makes their own pizza. Choice of topping green pepper onions ( red and white ) zucchini mushrooms banana peppers tomatoes artichoke hearts spinach pineapple ground beef pepperoni sausage ham bacon mozzarella cheese … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Pork Bundles …….Yes I made it up

Posted on March 9, 2009 by Sandra

    I said to myself… *I want to do something different for dinner* So I made this up as I cooked LOL       Wow, I can’t believe the compliments and requests to make again. Umm okayyy. I … Continue reading →

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Mexican Pork Chops

Posted on August 31, 2003 by Sandra

    Mexican Pork chops 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 4 boneless pork chops 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 1/4 cups salsa 1 teaspoon baking cocoa 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 pepper 1/8 salt 2 tablespoons chopped … Continue reading →

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Chicken of the Week Recipe….. Chicken with Currants

Posted on September 5, 2001 by Sandra

  I love my Chicken book because it was my Mom’s and I am going to try every single recipe in it. Hey… I said TRY (smile) YES, I changed it to “my liking”…. change it to yours or leave … Continue reading →

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Recipe to try…..Seared Steaks with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola

Posted on May 27, 2000 by Sandra

Update…. making this for dinner for house guests in Aug or Sept 2017 will post photos.   Seared Steaks with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola Ingredients 1 tbsp canola oil, divided 2 large onions, sliced (about 4 cups) 1 tablespoon brown … Continue reading →

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