Whether you have children or not, coming up with something for dinner can be a challenge. Doing things ahead can really help, and having something already prepared is even better. I get a sigh of relief when, after fretting about what to cook for dinner, I open my freezer and find a tray of...
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If your kids turn their noses up at cauliflower, try this approach. It’s baked crusty on top and creamy in the middle, almost like macaroni and cheese. 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets 1/2 tsp salt, divided 1 cup bread chunks 1 tsp thyme 1/2 cup Parmesan, plus 1/4 cup 1 cup chopped leeks...
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As we like to say in our home, this soup is “nutritious and delicious!” This is one of the best bean soup recipes. Tonight, Hayden asked for more of this- twice! 4 cans white beans, drained (navy or cannellini) 1 qt chicken broth 1 can chopped tomatoes 1 onion, chopped 1 bunch carrots, chopped...
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Apple and spices enhance the flavors of the squash in this antioxidant-rich soup. 2 small butternut squashes 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped 2 leeks, whites only, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed or minced 3 tbs olive oil 1 qt chicken broth 1 can chick broth 1/2 tsp cinnamon few shakes nutmeg 1/2...
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The chilly weather is back and creating a need for warm, comforting food. This meal holds a bit of nostalgia. When I was a little girl, my mother made me grilled cheese sandwiches with tuna salad in the middle, calling it “tuna fondue.” Perhaps it was simply the name, but I loved it then...
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Having this salmon in a skillet makes it hard to overcook it, which is one reason why I love cooking it this way. Plus, little Hayden gobbles it up every time. 1 lb salmon fillets 2 tbs olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed or finely minced salt Lightly salt salmon. Using fingers, rub...
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