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Blackberry Baked Oatmeal with Caramel Sauce

February 16, 2012

When we saw how popular our Baked Oatmeal with Strawberries, Banana and Chocolate was, we just had to make another one. This time, we added bright lemon zest, juicy blackberries and of all things a [...]

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Chicken Ragu

February 14, 2012

Whenever we make anything like this, I take the “season to taste” thing overboard. I pretend that I am still seasoning the sauce, but in actuality am standing over the pot with a spoon, stealing [...]

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Pasta Carbonara

February 9, 2012

We have had a lot of eggs in the house lately. Not a problem, we are pros at using them up. Take our Steak and Egg recipe for example, or, this delicious, EASY pasta. We [...]

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Steak and Egg

February 8, 2012

Simple, decadent and quick. This is our kind of meal. Cook it for one, two or more. Roasted asparagus is so easy to make and is the perfect side to sop up runny egg yolk. [...]

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Baked Ziti with Shrimp and Spinach

February 4, 2012

There are very few things that can beat pasta for me…. I absolutely love it. I love that pasta can be heavy like our Pumpkin Mac and Cheese or light, like this one. I love [...]

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Simply Seared Pork Tenderloin

January 26, 2012

Joanne and I tend to run our lives with the idea that simple is most likely better. So when we decided it was time to cook the pork tenderloin that had been quietly sitting in [...]

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Spiced and Fried Chicken

January 24, 2012

I know we have said we aren’t huge fans of frying at home … we aren’t, but when the result is flaky crispy chicken, well… we throw in the towel, put on our comfy pants [...]

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells

January 18, 2012

We couldn’t help ourselves. After Taco Stuffed Shells and Sausage and Spinach Stuffed Shells, we were craving another version. Since Adam has been contriving various ways to make hot wings again, he jumped at the [...]

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Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

January 17, 2012

We have served this twice, both led to friends and family asking for the recipe. So, how could we not share it with you!? It shouldn’t be too much of a surprise, but mac and [...]

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Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken Meatballs

January 16, 2012

Meatballs call to us, we love them, adore them, crave them … Anything stuffed does pretty much the same thing. So, these little babies had no chance once they came out of the oven, no [...]

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Kale Pesto Pasta

January 11, 2012

Pasta is a common dinner in our house, so we are always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy it. We are huge fans of Basil pesto, but didn’t have any fresh basil on [...]

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Shredded Beef Tacos

January 7, 2012

umm. yeah. We love tacos, don’t you? We love them even more after eating these. We braise (cook something that has liquid added and is covered with a lid or foil) beef with our favorite [...]

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Baked Fish with Orange and Olives

January 3, 2012

Need a light and healthy meal to get on the right track in 2012? This one will do it, plus it has everything you need in one adorable little packet. There is briny olives, sweet [...]

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Black Bean Pizza

January 2, 2012

Ever been to California Pizza Kitchen? It was a ritual when I was in high school. There were two pizzas I would order, religiously. First, the Thai Chicken Pizza and second the Tostada Pizza, which [...]

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Taco Stuffed Shells

January 1, 2012

We all loved our Stuffed Shells with Sausage and Spinach so much, we thought why not give another stuffed shell a go and wow are we glad we did. It was funny actually, the other [...]

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Baked Oatmeal with Strawberries, Banana and Chocolate

December 29, 2011

We love entertaining with breakfast, it’s casual, easy and we love love love bacon – I know that has nothing to do with this particular recipe, but let me tell you, this would be perfect [...]

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Ham and Broccoli Pizza Pockets

December 27, 2011

We don’t have any kids yet, well, unless you count a four-legged fluffy orange cat as one. But, that doesn’t mean we can’t throw together a kid-friendly snack here and there. We made these cute [...]

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Lavender Honey Chicken

December 27, 2011

Sweet, earthy and sticky. This chicken is so good. Start by buying a whole chicken that has been quartered. Try to go for the chicken that still has the bone in and the skin on. [...]

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Creamy Vegetable Soup {revisited}

December 13, 2011

We woke up this morning with a long list of to-dos, by noon, not one of the items on that list was crossed off. We were spinning our wheels. Ever had a day like that? [...]

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Mushroom Risotto

December 12, 2011

Risotto is most certainly a labor of love. This is not a throw everything in to a pan and walk away kind of recipe, you must be involved. Whenever we make risotto, there is almost [...]

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Stuffed Shells with Sausage and Spinach

December 8, 2011

After taking the photo for these, I scrambled into the kitchen to grab plates, knifes, forks and napkins — you know, like any normal person would do before sitting down to have a nice meal [...]

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Pan Roasted Chicken with Thyme

December 7, 2011

Chicken with crispy golden brown skin can only be described as heavenly. It’s easy, too – really, it is. We have been waiting to share this one with you, since we started talking to Nina [...]

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Tomato Soup with Lemon and Thyme

December 1, 2011

Remember this recipe for Cardamom Roasted Tomato Pasta? It was light and so delicious from cardamom and roasted lemon peel that we decided to roast tomatoes again, but this time with thyme and lemon. It [...]

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Cardamom Roasted Tomato Pasta

November 28, 2011

We ate entirely too much on Thursday (and Friday). We’re back home in need of something light. This pasta recipe fits the bill. Sweet cherry tomatoes, garlic, cardamom pods and lemon zest are roasted in [...]

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Smoky Green Salad with Bacon

November 7, 2011

We are big fans of homemade salad dressing. It’s quick, easy and so flexible. Our basic recipe is to combine vinegar + Dijon mustard + something sweet + olive oil. For this, we went with [...]

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Kale with Egg and Toast

October 24, 2011

Kale topped with a runny egg, over warm toast – divine!

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Baked Drumsticks with Rosemary

October 20, 2011

Our recipe for oven baked chicken drumsticks with rosemary. So easy!

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Bacon Roasted Potatoes

October 13, 2011

We cook baby potatoes twice, once by boiling, once in bacon drippings then, top with sour cream, green onion and bacon!

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Baked Chili Shrimp

October 12, 2011

It doesn’t happen too often around here, but every once and a while, we can find head-on shrimp. If we see them, we buy them – it is the perfect “Adam and Joanne” meal, quick, [...]

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Brown Butter Pasta with Walnuts

October 7, 2011

We are currently sitting in one of those really uncomfortable chairs next to a gate in the airport, you know, the one that moves every time someone else sits down. Not to worry, though, we [...]

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Rigatoni with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese

October 5, 2011

I bet if you checked our fridge any day of the week, you would find goat cheese. We love it. We eat it as is, cook with it, spread it, pour honey over it, smoke [...]

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Salmon with Grilled Nectarines and Goat Cheese

September 29, 2011

The other day, we walked into the produce section and were hit, like a truck, with the smell of peaches and nectarines, we had to buy some. The season is coming to a close, so [...]

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Sweet and Spicy Oven Baked Ribs

September 14, 2011

Some might have the impression that ribs are one of those dishes that should be left to the “pit masters.” That couldn’t be further from the truth! Now, we admit that this isn’t the quickest [...]

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Chilled Tomato Soup: Gazpacho

August 15, 2011

Not sure why, but until this year, we have never been too fond of chilled soups. Luckily though, likes and dislikes change as we grow up — When I first met Adam, there were two [...]

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Chilled Pea Soup with Shrimp

August 11, 2011

Therapy. The kitchen is our therapy, it always has been. A bad day at work means a long night in the kitchen. A stressful week equals a knife, pan, slippers and the intention to cook. [...]

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Outrageous Burger: The Denver

June 14, 2011

We have been lucky enough to work with Wisconsin Cheese before (see Queso Blanco Burger), so when we were contacted about their Cheeseburgers Across America road trip, we were intrigued. One of those cheeseburgers was [...]

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Potato Fritatta with Chipotle

June 12, 2011

The other day, when taking a glance into our refrigerator, we seemed to have a random assortment of leftovers and half-used ingredients. We had an odd amount of fingerling potatoes, cilantro that was on the [...]

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Honey Sriracha Beef Skewers

June 6, 2011

If we were stuck on an island and had to survive on just a few things, Sriracha would be on our list of necessities. At the moment, we have not one, but two bottles in [...]

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Roasted Beet Salad

May 10, 2011

For a while now, Adam has had his eye on beets. Every time we walk through the store, he always seems to gravitate to the beets, strange, I know. Maybe he remembers a salad he [...]

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Chicken Sandwich with Lime Mayo and Pickled Jalapeños

February 23, 2011

We had one mission over the weekend, take a cool photo. That’s it. Nothing fancy, nothing with too many steps, nothing that would steal time away from taking advantage of the natural light streaming in [...]

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Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Old Bay

February 15, 2011

We both grew up in Annapolis, Maryland. We both love Maryland. We both love Old Bay. Old Bay on grilled corn, Old Bay on crabs, but our favorite? Old Bay Dusted Chicken Drumsticks. So simple, [...]

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Roasted Peppers and Cheese Tamales

December 9, 2010

I never knew much about tamales before I knew Adam. You see, for as long as he can remember, Christmas Eve meant tamales. His mother does what I am sure her mother did when she [...]

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Grilled Swordfish with Coriander and Lime

August 11, 2010

Whole Foods, a Nova Scotia fishery and the Marine Stewardship Council have teamed up to introduce sustainable swordfish for the summer. After buying a steak to share, we simply seasoned with salt, pepper and coriander, grilled our steak and topped with butter, cilantro leaves and lime.

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Vietnamese Noodle Soup: Pho

August 5, 2010

“If someone asked me what my last meal on earth would be before I die, I would think for a few seconds, then quickly come up with an answer: SOUP!” – Adam There is just [...]

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Queso Blanco Burger

July 29, 2010

Any meal that starts with grass-fed beef burgers, made on the grill, topped with a mouth-watering cheesy and roasted chili pepper sauce with fresh avocado and Pico de Gallo is something definitely worth talking about.

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Market Fresh Vegetable Stir Fry

July 27, 2010

After a visit to our local farmer’s market, we came home with lots of fresh vegetables that inspired us to make a quick, easy, slightly spicy and delicious vegetable stir fry.

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Fresh Egg Pasta with Parsley

July 13, 2010

Lots of photos and excitement surround eggs, flour and olive oil as we experiment with making delicious fresh pasta.

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White Bean Soup

July 7, 2010

Sauteed onions and garlic are cooked with rosemary, chicken stock and cannellini beans for a creamy and inexpensive soup.

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Seafood Stew

June 16, 2010

Homemade fish stock is the base for a delicious and light fish stew full of cod, littleneck clams, mussels and fennel.

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Eggplant and Tomato Napoleons

June 14, 2010

Grilled Japanese eggplant is layered with vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil and Buffalo mozzarella then topped with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

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Asparagus and Goat Cheese Omelette

June 10, 2010

Inspired by a hometown restaurant and a visit from a good friend, this asparagus and goat cheese omelet is easy and delicious.

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Video: Datenight Mussels

June 7, 2010

Our very first video tutorial showing how we make one of our favorite date night dishes, steamed mussels in a white wine broth.

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Agave Salmon Burgers with Chipotle Mayonnaise

June 1, 2010

Salmon, brushed with sweet agave nectar is pan seared then topped with smokey chipotle mayo and peppery arugula.

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Snapper with a Spicy Tomato, Citrus and Herb Sauce

April 20, 2010

Fresh, light and zesty, snapper pan-fried snapper topped with crushed tomatoes, olives and lemon is an easy and delicious meal.

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Curried Chicken Salad Wraps

April 7, 2010

Shredded chicken is tossed with curry powder, crunchy asparagus, raisins and nuts for a updated curry chicken salad.

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Salmon Lettuce Wraps

March 23, 2010

Refreshing, light and delicious, these lettuce wraps may be a bit messy, but are so worth it!

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Pork Milanese: a quick, easy and delicous meal

February 10, 2010

We pair lightly breaded pork chops with a light and lemony salad, perfect with a glass of wine for your next date night.

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Simple Salad with Blueberries, Blue Cheese and Walnuts

January 27, 2010

A few simple ingredients and just a couple of minutes can lead to an awesome salad dressing, just toss it with some fresh lettuce, tangy blue cheese, lightly toasted walnuts and sweet blueberries and you have the perfect salad fit for a 5 star restaurant.

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Baked Eggs with Parmesan, Thyme and Rosemary

January 4, 2010

Thyme, rosemary and parmesan transforms simple baked eggs into a decadent, yet light dish perfect for brunch or even dinner.

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Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto and Turkey Meatballs

November 18, 2009

Turkey meatballs with apricots and cranberries top spaghetti with a buttery spinach pesto sauce.

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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

October 27, 2009

Roasted butternut squash and garlic are blended into thyme infused vegetable stock for a silky and smooth soup.

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Roasted Tomato Sauce with Mint and Feta Cheese

October 26, 2009

Roasted tomatoes, roasted garlic, mint and feta cheese make for a refreshingly delicious pasta sauce.

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Guinness Burgers with Butternut Squash Fries

October 22, 2009

Representative of the colors of autumn, this burger is flavored with a dark stout beer and topped with a stout BBQ sauce then served with orange butternut squash fries.

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Steamed Mussels in a White Wine broth

October 19, 2009

Mussels are steamed in a white wine broth with shallots, garlic and parsley. Serve with some French bread and you have the perfect meal.

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Greek Salad with a Creamy Dressing

October 13, 2009

A slightly spicy yogurt dressing is the perfect complement to this Greek salad with lettuce, pasta, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese.

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Oven Baked Trout

October 8, 2009

Stuffed butterflied trout that has been rubbed with olive oil, salt and pepper with lemon slices and parsley for a quick, inexpensive, light and delicious meal.

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Chicken Enchiladas

September 24, 2009

Only five ingredients, flour tortillas, salsa verde, shredded chicken, sour cream and queso fresco cheese come together beautifully for quick and simple Chicken Enchiladas.

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