Monthly Archives: May 2011

Asparagus for Mom and Dad

Posted on May 27, 2011 by allainamae

My husband is not a fan of asparagus. The only asparagus I ate growing up came from a can. I found some beautiful asparagus tips at the store the other day and just felt inspired to try and make something … Continue reading →

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Roasted Chickpeas (Great Party Nut Substitute)

Posted on May 24, 2011 by allainamae

I don’t know about you, but when I encounter a bowl of tasty party snacks I inevitably over-eat. I particularly fall prey to salty and crunchy which means potato chips, nuts and chex mix. I love this recipe because I … Continue reading →

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Garlic Chicken and Veggie Pasta Sauce

Posted on May 22, 2011 by allainamae

This recipe was inspired by a Lean Cuisine dish my mother in law was eating, Garlic Chicken. While I admire the ease of a microwave meal and am no stranger to the frozen foods section, I still recognize that there … Continue reading →

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Quiche in a Basket

Posted on May 18, 2011 by allainamae

I love quiche. I don’t love how fattening it can be. This is a slimmed down version that I made appetizer / child size. I added all kinds of things to my batter – broccoli, mushrooms, chicken, red peppers, green … Continue reading →

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Lemon Tarragon Salmon Fillet

Posted on May 15, 2011 by allainamae

This is sort of a guest blog. I’ll do the typing, but someone else is cooking this one. I can not cook meats like my husband. I just don’t have the ability to patiently wait for things to sear. I … Continue reading →

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Products I Love – Ancient Grains, Heritage Grain Blend

Posted on May 15, 2011 by allainamae

I have decided I will occasionally post entries about pantry items I love and feel are really useful for when we have no time to make everything from scratch. I wish I could not use any processed ingredients, but convenience … Continue reading →

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Thank You Laurie!

Posted on May 15, 2011 by allainamae

Have I mentioned how wonderful my friends are? This lovely lady was actually a friend of my husband’s at first. They both teach classes at Ascend Training and Consulting here in Chicago-land. We have a little in common, both being … Continue reading →

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Turnip Casserole

Posted on May 15, 2011 by allainamae

Ok, this is not a sexy, pretty dish. I tried and tried and this was the most beautiful picture I could take. It doesn’t plate pretty or look nice in the pan. What it does do, is taste fabulous and … Continue reading →

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Prune and Pumpkin Puree’ (for the little ones)

Posted on May 9, 2011 by allainamae

This recipe was sort of a spur of the moment, last ditch effort to get my twinkies to eat prunes. The smallest has been holding it all in with a stubbornness to match my own and is now in serious … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Surprise Cake

Posted on May 9, 2011 by allainamae

Dessert is a true weakness of mine. I could eat it after every meal, every day. I am always trying to find ways to make desserts that are wicked in flavor and high in satisfaction but low in fat and … Continue reading →

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