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Tomato Sauce Stock

Okay, so I thought I'd give this recipe a shot, though I'm now wishing either of my grandmothers were still alive so I could pick their brains about it (put down the crossbow Juliette! I'm NOT a zombie!). It's the first time I've made it (because I got it from someone who used to be… Continue reading Tomato Sauce Stock

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Cooking Tips #12

  I know this should be common sense, but some people fail to see the issue, so listen to me when I say... If you have longer hair, always, ALWAYS pull your hair back/up BEFORE you start cooking, even in your own damn kitchen. I'm sorry, but finding a hair in my food makes me want to… Continue reading Cooking Tips #12

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Spam Comment of the Week

No, I'm not talking about the meat-substitute wanna-be in a can that makes me gag when I walk past it in the store. I get a ton of spam comments on my website daily, and I'm certain I'll get some on this post, so on occasion, I get some really hilarious ones and I'd like… Continue reading Spam Comment of the Week

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G-ma Rainie’s Swiss Steak

This should have posted yesterday, but I've been distracted by a friend in need for the past few days, so I apologize for the delay. Both sides of my family have a Swiss Steak recipe and one is COMPLETELY different from the other, so I'm going to share both with you. You get one today,… Continue reading G-ma Rainie’s Swiss Steak

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Cholesterol…Damn It!

In lieu of my typical recipe post, we'll be talking about my health today. Why is this important, aside from the fact that not eating healthy can kill me? Well, mainly because it's going to change the recipes I post on this here little blog. But that's a good thing, trust me, because I can't… Continue reading Cholesterol…Damn It!

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Grandma’s Pot Pie

Today's recipe comes from my late g-ma Ethel. She also called it meat 'n' potato pie. Why? Because that's pretty much what's in it. You can add carrots or whatever, but I like it this way. Pot Pie Crust 4 cups flour 1 cup shortening 2 teaspoons salt Enough water to mix* Combine ingredients in… Continue reading Grandma’s Pot Pie

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Cooking Tips #11

  The first and foremost ingredients in seasoning your food is salt and pepper. Why? Using salt and pepper first brings out the flavor in any dish. If you don't use salt and pepper, give it a try once and taste the difference.

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Sweet and Sour Chicken (Modified)

Today, one of my bestest friends, Deni, has decided to share this recipe she tried out on her man the other night with great success. It was also Deni's birthday yesterday, the 13th, so we're wishing her a very happy birthday! With cake! Now, Deni hates Chinese food, so J never gets Chinese food, but… Continue reading Sweet and Sour Chicken (Modified)

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Easy Chicken Parmesan

I haven't had a chance to post this super easy recipe until now. It comes to me by way of my sister-friend Deni, who is most awesome and also gave me the recipe for the Red Velvet Cupcakes! Deni made this for me one night about 10 years or so ago, before she really learned… Continue reading Easy Chicken Parmesan

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Marbled Double Chocolate Cheesecake Squares

I know it's been a long time since I've posted a recipe and I do apologize for that. It's been crazy in my life these past couple of months, filled with family emergencies, classes and tons of homework, and trips to comic conventions. Now that I'm semi-recuperated, I'm back to reading, editing, and hopefully posting… Continue reading Marbled Double Chocolate Cheesecake Squares