Irish Elephant Ears

March 27, 2015
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These savory appetizers are great with beer, wine or a beverage during cocktail hour, or as a go-along for soup or salad. Irish Dubliner and parsley make a classic savory filling.

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A Few of My Favorite Things — March 2015

March 22, 2015
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Pixie tangerines, watermelon “pizza,” Balls vodka, Cup4Cup Brownies, chores for kids, Amira basmati, BerryBreeze, sweet food bloggers.

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Learning about Mexican Cheese with Cacique

March 20, 2015
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A tour of the Cacique factory near Los Angeles yields some delicious Mexican cheeses and the best ways to use them.

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Turkey Lentil Taco Salad #WeekdaySupper

March 19, 2015
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Lots of flavor in this easy, protein-packed Turkey Lentil Taco salad. Serve over your favorite greens for a nutritious weeknight dinner.

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Cornbread Waffles with Chicken, Avocado and Sweet and Spicy Crema

March 5, 2015
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Cornbread waffles get the savory treatment with soft cheese, roast chicken, avocados, tomatoes, a shower of salty cotija and a sweet and spicy crema drizzle.

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Rosemary Red Onion Beer Bread #TwelveLoaves

March 3, 2015
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Beer bread gets the Italian treatment with fresh rosemary, good Parmesan and some red onion to give it more punch.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Sweet Bean Pie

February 28, 2015
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With spicing reminiscent of a pumpkin or sweet potato pie, a Sweet Bean Pie will satisfy traditional taste buds. It’s wonderful with a tiny scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!

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Spa Water

February 25, 2015
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SPA WATER: Fruit and cucumber-infused spa water is a refreshing drink for a hot summer day, a baby shower, lunch or anytime you want flavor with no calories.

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Wasabi Cream Dip with Shrimp {Secret Recipe Club}

February 22, 2015
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A bracing whiff of wasabi flavors a simple yougrt dip for a perfect pairing with cooked shrimp. It’s also good with cut vegetables, or spread on a sandwich.

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Spinach Bites for a Red Carpet Party

February 21, 2015
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Brilliant green, fresh and clean tasting, these Spinach Bites get a salty kick from Parmesan and a sweet finish from toasted pine nuts.

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MaliBlue Margarita for #MargaritaDay

February 19, 2015
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Classic margarita made with blue curacao for a stunning MaliBlue Margarita.

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2-Ingredient Skillet Red Chile Shrimp for #OXOCookware

February 15, 2015
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If you cook the rice a day ahead, this quick Skillet Chile Shrimp dinner can be ready in 10 minutes!

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Tomato-Carrot Soup for You AND Your Dog!

February 14, 2015
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Flavorful and healthy for man AND his best friend, this is a filling meal for lunch or dinner. Two paws up for this delicious soup! (Vegan, vegetarian, GF)

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A Few of My Favorite Things — February 2015.

February 13, 2015
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Light roast coffee, cocoa nibs, artichoke hearts, bacon hearts, GF shortbread, seed saving, cherry tomatoes, funny mugs and cartoonists are among my favorite things this month!

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Where to eat in Malibu: Malibu Pier Restaurant & Bar

February 11, 2015
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Malibu Pier Restaurant & Bar is a great place to eat in Malibu, with inventive food and stunning views.

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Sesame Pork Stir-Fry Bowl #WeekdaySupper #McSkilletSauce

February 5, 2015
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Easy pork and vegetable stir-fry makes a perfect after-work skillet supper. Serve over rice or in lettuce cups if you’re going lower-carb.

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Skillet Sicilian Chickpeas Over Brown Rice

February 1, 2015
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Easy vegan skillet supper with Italian-flavored chickpeas spooned over cooked brown rice, accented with fresh herbs and toasted pine nuts.

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A Few of My Favorite Things — January 2015

January 30, 2015
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A baker’s dozen of favorite things, ranging from snacks, hot dogs, beer, beans, spuds, pancakes, gadgets and olive oil moisturizer to flavored water.

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Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Pea Taco Soup

January 28, 2015
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Easy, comforting soup in the slow cooker with favorite taco flavors and garnishes. Use black-eyed peas to keep the good luck going, or sub another bean.

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