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Spikes (Tillandsia Ionantha)
Introducing Spikes, also known as Tillandsia Ionantha Spikes is native Nicaragua, Mexico, Costa Rica, and certain areas of South America....


Lasagna Bolognese
This one is a bit of a production but it makes for good kitchen therapy. I've done this on a week night but it's more of a weekend meal...


Sweedish Meatballs
Ingredients 2 Slices of fresh white bread 1/4 cup of milk 3 tbsp clarified butter, divided 1/2 cup finely chopped onion l tsp + a pinch...


Bangers & Mash
Not a real recipe but someday I imagine my grown up kids wondering " what was that weird sausage thing that Mom used to get giddy about?"...


Steak Marinade
Ingredients 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar 1/4 cup Worcester Sauce 1/4 cup Soy Sauce 1/4 cup Olive Oil l Tbsp Whole Grain Dijon Mustard 2 tsp...


Risotto
Ingredients 8 cups chicken broth 1 tbs unsalted butter 1 large shallot, finely chopped salt 2 cups arborio rice 1/2 cup white wine 1 cup...


Riley's Chicken Soup
When it's cold, or you're under the weather, what could possibly be better than some home made chicken noodle soup?


Mashed Potatoes
Make no more than 4 lbs at a time (mixer can't handle any more and you'll drive yourself crazy trying to get the taste & texture to match...


Brine
This is enough for a 20 lb turkey but I've used with chicken too. All yummy. Ingredients 1 gallon vegetable broth 1 cup sea salt 1...


Bacon
Okay, tough to go wrong with bacon but this is my favorite way to prepare it. Stove top is a little faster (and messier) if you only need...


Honey Glazed Carrots
1 lb carrots 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice Black Pepper 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Boil carrots for 5-6...


Asparagus with Bacon & Parmesan
1 Bunch of Asparagus 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil Salt & Pepper 8 Slices of Crispy Bacon 1/2 Cup of Shaved/Grated Parmesan Preheat oven to...


A Soft Boiled Egg
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Christmas/Thanksgiving Dinner
MENU Roast Turkey, Ham, Mashed Potato, Bread Stuffing (for the Irish contingent), Boxed Stuffing (for the US crowd), Pink Stuff, Honey...


Tangerine Cherry Cranberry Sauce
12 oz fresh cranberries 1 cup dried cherries 1 cup white sugar 1 cup tangerine juice 1 tablespoon tangerine zest 1 whole star anise 1...


Strawberries
Botanical Name: Fragaria Plant Type: Fruit USDA Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Sun Exposure: Full Sun Soil Type: Loamy Soil pH:...


Grandad's (Porter) Cake
From my grandmother's notebook: Nora's Original Recipe Ingredients: 1 lb. of flour .5 lb. butter or marg. .5 lb. currants .5 lb. sultanas...


Water In The Wine (Bottle)
Am I the only one who can't keep track of which indoor plants have been watered? I've drowned some, starved others and can never manage...


Winter Weekend Beef Stew
Great for busy winter weekends. It takes a couple of hours on Saturday to make a huge pot and is great to come home to these leftovers...
Sam's Favorite Tuna Casserole
This is one of Sam's favorites and is ridiculously easy to make. It's on table in about 30 minutes. Great for busy weeknights. 📷...
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