Category Archives: Food

Birthday Apple Pie

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Dawn

This recipe came from a cookbook I received 34 years ago. I have no idea the name of the cookbook, or the author of the recipe, but whoever you are, you have my eternal thanks. A classic apple pie is … Continue reading →

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Whole30 – Bolognese

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Dawn

A Bolognese is a type of ragu (a meat sauce) from the Bologna region of Italy. It tends to be more meat-centric than traditional spaghetti sauce and incorporates a broader base of vegetables. It simmers longer – I use a … Continue reading →

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Whole30 – Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Dawn

Years ago, a rabbit trail of internet recipe searching brought this meal to my attention. I tried it out, and it quickly became a favorite. It’s loaded with veggies and classic buffalo flavor, and it’s completely crave-worthy even if you’re … Continue reading →

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Whole30 – Tuscan Garlic Salmon

Posted on June 8, 2025 by Dawn

Question: WHY do men lose twice as much weight as women, even if they are following the same diet??? So unfair, right? Barry and I have been on a Whole30 eating plan for the last 3 months and so far, … Continue reading →

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Guinness Beef Stew

Posted on March 16, 2025 by Dawn

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here – the one day we all get be Irish – and how lucky we are for that! Ireland is truly a magical land, its history fascinating, its culture unique, and its people remarkable. If … Continue reading →

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Tipsy Leprechaun Cupcakes

Posted on March 16, 2025 by Dawn

If I were ever crazy enough to open a bakery, I’d want to specialize in boozy cupcakes. Margarita cupcakes filled with lime and tequila and sprinkled with salt, sweet treats of vanilla and bourbon, or almond and amaretto, and pina … Continue reading →

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Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Dawn

Barry has been on a soup kick recently, which means I get to try out new recipes! Within a few bites, he declared this one his new all-time favorite. This creamy Tuscan-style chicken soup is the winter comfort food that … Continue reading →

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A Legacy of Pie

Posted on November 29, 2024 by Dawn

Happy Thanksgiving friends! In an effort to distinguish myself from every other recipe blog post, I’m going to post the recipe first. Also, this saves me from spending an hour on google and YouTube trying to figure out how to … Continue reading →

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Maple whiskey cider

Posted on November 5, 2024 by Dawn

I don’t usually end up playing bartender – that’s Barry’s job. 😉 But we had a whiskey that neither of us really cared for straight, and I saw this recipe on Pinterest I thought might redeem it. We had all … Continue reading →

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