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Roast Beef

Today’s rain is making me think about comfort food.  Luckily I was planning ahead.  I have a rump roast in the crock pot.  I will have mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans and green salad to complete the meal.  There is something so comforting about a meal like this on a rainy, chilly day. Roast Beef 4 to 5 Rump Roast (available at your local meat market) 1 large onion (peeled and thinly sliced) 2 teaspoons of Mediterranean Spiced Rock Salt…

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Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Sometimes you want comfort food.  Chicken Parmesan is one of my favorites but sometimes you don’t want to go through all of the steps.  I am going to give you some shortcuts so you can have comfort food without spending all day in the kitchen. Chicken Parmesan Casserole 6 chicken breast filets (available at your local meat market) 3 Tablespoons of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 teaspoon crushed red-hot pepper seeds (optional) 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning 2 teaspoons granulated…

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Zucchini Fritters with Marinara Sauce

Gardens are producing a surplus of zucchini right now.  I am so excited because there are so many things you can do with zucchini.  I am sharing a recipe that can double as an appetizer or be served as a main course.  I hope you enjoy this.  It’s what the Butcher is having for dinner tonight. Zucchini Fritters 1 zucchini shredded (either with a grater or a food processor) 1/2 sweet onion grated or chopped very fine (optional) 3 eggs…

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Orange Shrimp and Broccoli

This is April 17th.  I want to be thinking about grilling out–shish kabobs, Barbecued Chicken, grilled burgers.  Instead I am seeing the “white” stuff in the air and on the ground.  I am going to share a recipe today to help us make the transition into Spring.  It is coming–just remember, don’t ever complain that it is too hot out! Orange Shrimp and Broccoli 1 1/2 pounds Raw Large Shrimp, deveined and peeled (available at your local meat market) 1…

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