Gingerbread House Challenge 2010

December 13. 2010

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Gingerbread House Challenge 2010

Over the weekend we had our first annual Gingerbread House Challenge. Most of us were new to the gingerbread house decorating circuit but still had a blast learning what to do and more importantly, what not to do. Although we had several close calls, there was only one complete house collapse. Thank you Dee for [...]

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Virgin Kitchen – Meet Barry

October 29. 2010

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Virgin Kitchen – Meet Barry

On twitter you “meet” a bunch of great people and one of these people is Barry.  He has created a blog that chronicles his cooking adventures through video.  I wanted to share his website so you can enjoy too. Some of his recipes are really creative like Baked Bean Pizza and Rainbow Cake.  Check out [...]

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AeroGarden – Day 4

October 14. 2010

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AeroGarden – Day 4

Very exciting…day 4 and almost everything has sprouts.  Dill and mint are being stubborn but hopefully in a few days I can take the domes off all the pods.  Stay tuned!!

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10. October 2010

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AeroGarden – Day 1

AeroGarden – Day 1

The AeroGarden experiment has begun.  I thought 10-10-10 was an appropriate day for the start! Maybe it will bring good luck to the seed pods.  The garden was relativity easy to set up.  The only drawback so far is the garden takes up a lot of space.  I couldn’t give up any precious space in my kitchen so I [...]

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4. September 2010

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Chicago Pizza Tour

Chicago Pizza Tour

Last Sunday we gorged ourselves on the Chicago Pizza Tour.  It was a super fun time and I would highly recommend to anyone passionate about pizza. I would even recommend the tour to local Chicagoans.  You learn so much on the tour – pizza history, Chicago history and the story of each location. AND you don’t have to [...]

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14. August 2010

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Eat Cheap but Yummy in Chicago

Eat Cheap but Yummy in Chicago

Great article and photo gallery by Chicago Metromix of eateries in Chicago to get cheap but yummy eats.  I wish we could try them all.  Maybe someday.  I’ll add it to my growing bucket list.  We will definitely check out Joey’s Shrimp House, 90 Miles Cuban Cafe and Chickpea.  Please leave comments if you have tried any [...]

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8. August 2010

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Famous Taco Salad

Famous Taco Salad

I had the pleasure of visiting Wisconsin this weekend and one of the stops was my Aunt Shelia’s.  While I was there, she made her famous taco salad. SO GOOD!!  Please excuse the quality of the photos…it was an impromptu photo shoot so all I had was my phone.  Click to get her recipe and see the [...]

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31. July 2010

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Madison, WI Farmers’ Market

Madison, WI Farmers’ Market

One of the best farmers markets in the midwest. Photos by Mary Slowey.  Click “Continue Reading” to see the slideshow.

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27. July 2010

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Summer Cucumber Salad

Summer Cucumber Salad

Have too many cucumbers from your garden than you know what to do with?? Here is a simple but yummy recipe to help use up all those cucumbers.  My family has been making this salad for as long as I can remember.  I’m sure your families have something similar.  If so, leave a comment telling [...]

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22. July 2010

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Town House Cafe – Perfect Lunch Spot

Town House Cafe – Perfect Lunch Spot

If you are ever in St. Charles, IL and looking for a great place for lunch, you need to check out Town House Cafe.  This quaint cafe offers many different lunch options including tons of daily specials.  They also have a beautiful outside patio, which is my favorite spot to sit.  Check out the photos [...]

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28. June 2010

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Jamie Oliver’s Crunchy Garlic Chicken – Pass it on!

Jamie Oliver’s Crunchy Garlic Chicken – Pass it on!

Attempt #2 from the Food Revolution, our cookbook of the month. This recipe was super easy…only downside is it takes a little time to get all the pieces together.  For making the crust, I was able to use a mini food processor since I only had 3 chicken breast to cover.  If you have more, [...]

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17. June 2010

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Les Lavandes

Les Lavandes

Les Lavandes in Rhineland, Missouri is an unforgettable experience with a European atmosphere.  The natural beauty of the property with mature trees, a mixture of lavender, flowers of majestic colors, and vegetables from the private garden enhances the experience of being in the wine country and rolling hills of Missouri. Richard and Myrta Weber are [...]

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11. June 2010

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Food Gardens of 2010

Food Gardens of 2010

We are going to be showcasing food gardens of 2010. Send us your photos and we will add them to the photo album!! First pics are from my Aunt Jackie’s first year garden.

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6. June 2010

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I’m back!!

I’m back!!

After a small break…I’m back!!   I finally finished my Masters and now the fun can begin again. To kick off the summer, I’m posting the What is Your Favorite Summer Food? poll again.  Click Continue Reading to take the poll. Please take a moment and tell everyone what your favorite summer food or foods [...]

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