Author: Alicia

Swedish Meatballs

I have to admit… I used to not be a fan of Swedish meatballs.  But, my husband was insistent that I find a recipe that I like, because they are one of his favorite meals.  I am happy to say that not only have I found a recipe that both he and I…

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Weekly Menu Plan, May 5 – May 11

It’s great to be back to menu planning after a brief hiatus!  Between San Francisco and a few days back in my hometown, we were home for one meal last week, and I picked up a take-and-bake pizza just to keep things simple.  We had some great food in San Francisco (please, eat…

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Simple Baked Meatballs

First of all, Happy Birthday, Mom!  I hope you’re having a great day, and we all love you so much 🙂 One of my favorite things to keep on hand in my freezer is a giant bag full of meatballs.  They are so versatile.  You can add them to a spaghetti sauce and…

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Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Chocolate chip cookies meet cheesecake in these sweet, yummy bars.  Of course, if you’re in the mood for either just chocolate chip cookies, chewy chocolate chip bars or cheesecake, I’ve got you covered there too!

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Weekly Menu Plan, April 21 – April 27

It’s somewhat of an easy week in the kitchen for me, as we are getting ready to take a little trip for a few days!  The kids are going to enjoy some time with their Nana and Grandpa while my husband and I headed to a conference in San Francisco.  Any recommendations for…

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Orange Cashew Chicken

I love cashews.  I also love mandarin oranges.  And chicken.  Combine those with a sauce that’s a little salty and a little sweet, and you’ve got a winning dish that comes together in about 30 minutes or less.  We love to eat this for dinner in our house… My husband even claims that…

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Weekly Menu Plan, April 14 – April 20

We had such a wonderful weekend, which is why I am late to posting this plan!  It’s so good to be surrounded by family and friends.  We celebrated the start of our vineyard, and most importantly, the 2nd birthday of our daughter! It’s looking like we will hopefully have a quiet week, which…

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Cream Cheese Apple Muffins

Tender & slightly sweet, these Cream Cheese Apple Muffins are great for any time of day.  The finely diced apples are a nice burst of sweetness, while whole wheat flour, wheat bran, and wheat germ help add a little nutrition and delicious texture.  I love how light and not overly-sweet they are; it’s…

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Weekly Menu Plan, April 7 – April 13

What a week last week!  Good things happened, like my son’s first school program!  However, bad things happened too… We were all quite shook up when our dog got into a tangle with another dog and had to make an emergency trip to the vet!  Our dog is doing much better (the other…

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Beef, Bean, & Cheese Taquitos

Taquitos are a fun food for appetizers, or even a main dish.  They are great for the whole family, and perfect finger food for dipping in a side of salsa or cheese dip.  This simple recipe is also freezer friendly.  So, whip up a double batch and throw half in the freezer for…

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