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47 Ronin Sushi Roll

47 Ronin

Keanu Reeves makes an explosive return to action-adventure in 47 Ronin.  Inspired by the Universal Pictures film, sushi chef Noé Zarate, created a special sushi roll that is easy to make and devour. Here is your chance to try something new to make at your next dinner party. Taste the delicious “47 Ronin roll” and don’t miss 47 Ronin in theaters NOW! Ingredients 1…

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January 10, 2014

Homemade Pancake Mix

Making your own pancake mix is easy and cheaper than buying the brand name stuff! Keep this in your pantry anytime you need it. Ingredients PANCAKE MIX: 4 cups all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar Directions Mix the above ingredients together and…

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December 12, 2013

Quick Healthy Pancakes

Growing up, my step-father came into our lives when I was 11. He was born in Tennessee and opened my eyes to what a true country breakfast should taste like complete with pancakes, eggs, bacon, grits, gravy… and we can’t forget the homemade biscuits. Needless to say, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day!…

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December 11, 2013

Chicken Strawberry Salad

On my constant search for healthy AND delicious, I ran into this very colorful salad. You will not believe how much one serving consists of which is why I love this recipe! I know what your thinking… It’s hard to fill up on salad. Trust me, I literally got tired of eating! Try it and…

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October 21, 2013

Blood Orange, Beet, and Fennel Salad

Bon Appetit’s orange salad has been my favorite so far because it has a great combination of flavors. The beets give it hearty flavor along with the fennel adding that licorice bite… and of course the orange’s add that awesome sweetness. Do not be scared to try this recipe… and if you do not like…

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October 19, 2013

Fancy Not-So-Fancy Chef Trick

Sooooo…. when I was in cooking school, one of my classes was knife skills. They basically teach you how to cut things so they look pleasing to the eyes, which makes people want to eat your food. It’s sort of like being a food artist. I’m a little OCD so chopping up carrots all the…

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October 16, 2013

Mini Healthy Breakfast Quiches

I am a wife and mom of 3… always looking for something quick and easy to fix in the morning. Holding a baby, trying to dress my 8 yr old for school and waking up my oldest for college doesn’t leave me much time for breakfast which usually ends up throwing some pop-tarts in the…

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October 2, 2013

Healthy Fettuccine Alfredo

I am constantly looking for recipes of my favorite splurge meals that have been re-vamped so I do not feel so guilty eating something I crave. I love ALL Italian food and my favorite is Fettuccine Alfredo… the SAUCE… is what does it for me! Honestly, if you put Alfredo sauce on a log I…

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August 29, 2012