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Ten Minute All-Star Hummus

Just about everybody loves hummus.  We were at a party recently where hummus was the most popular item by far. It's super easy and inexpensive to make and is even healthy! … [Read more...]

Zucchini Brownies, Plain and Fancy

It's zucchini season.  Everyone seems to be handing off zucchini and zucchini bread.  How to use them when you are tired of zucchini?  Make brownies!  Oh yes!Zucchini can be disguised totally in these brownies. And when you consider that this recipe is #4 out of all brownie recipes on AllRecipes, zucchini or no zucchini, you can bet these are … [Read more...]

Eat Chicken Wings the Easy Way with this Trick

Everybody seems to love wings.  We gnaw away on them getting mess all over our faces, hands, and clothes.  Perhaps that's some of the fun, but if you'd rather keep all of the flavor in the wings instead of wearing it, there is hope!Here is a clever video on how to get the bone out of the wing quickly.  You have to see it to believe it!   When you … [Read more...]

Savory Radish Crostini Appetizers

Red radishes pack a lot of peppery crunch in salads and wraps.  They are usually pretty inexpensive, but if you grow them yourself you get to pick them at their peak of flavor.  Picked when they are small they are not as peppery. Here is a yummy recipe for crostini that is so simple.  You just spread Boursin garlicky cream cheese on slices of … [Read more...]

Speedy Tex-Mex Recipes

It's no secret that I love Tex-Mex food.  Here are some of my favorite recipes for Cinco de Mayo or anytime you want fun food that makes your taste buds say, "Ole!"Lime Chicken Nachos or Soft TacosA great fresh taste for entertaining or for an easy family meal.Turn Jarred Salsa Fabulous with Add-InsChoose some of these add-ins for a quick cheat on … [Read more...]

BAKED Mozzarella Sticks

Who doesn't love hot breaded mozzarella sticks?  Crunchy on the outside, all melty on the inside, and so good dipped in marinara sauce!  With this healthy recipe you can make them ahead and keep them in the freezer until you want them.  There's even a way to make special shapes for holidays!  The problem with most mozzarella sticks is that they are … [Read more...]