Sugar & Spice by Celeste :

My Favorite Quiche!

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***It's not often that a recipe is worthy of re-posting.  I think I've only done that once or twice in the entire time I've written this blog.  However, this is one of those rare occasions.  Back in 2009 when Brad and I[...]

Couscous with Toasted Pine Nuts

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***We all need an arsenal of easy side dishes that are exciting but uncomplicated and perfect for busy week nights.  Couscous is such a great option because it cooks so quickly, and you can literally flavor it with almost[...]

A Tornado's Fury

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On Wednesday, April 27th, an outbreak of deadly tornadoes hit the state of Alabama.  These horrific storms have killed at least 250 people in my state of Alabama alone.  I feel so incredibly blessed and lucky to have survived[...]

Mouthwatering Turkey Burgers

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***There's nothing like a big, juicy cheeseburger to satisfy your appetite.  I've never really given ground turkey a chance until lately, and boy am I glad that I did!  Ground turkey is so much healthier than ground beef, but[...]

Shrimp & Grits + Helen, GA!

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***A few weeks ago, Brad and I got the chance to get away for a quick weekend trip to Helen, GA.  We kept hearing about this unique little town modeled after an Alpine village, and we were curious about what the German town had[...]

Roasted Salmon with Lentils

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***Lately, Brad and I have been on a little bit of a health kick.  I've always tried to cook pretty healthy, and we've both been even more mindful of what we're eating.  Last week, Brad requested that I work salmon into the weekly[...]

Roasted Shrimp with Feta

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***Shrimp have always been one of my favorite kinds of seafood.  Growing up, I can remember always ordering fried popcorn shrimp when we went out to eat.  Those mini little pieces of yumminess were always so much fun to eat[...]

Chicken Brasciole

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Filled with yummy stuffing... ***There aren't many recipes that I make more than once in one week, but this recipe made its way onto our dinner table twice somehow.  This can be explained by 2 perfectly good reasons:[...]

Pasta with Chicken, Almonds and Creamy Mascarpone Sauce

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***My friends, this is not a pasta dish for lightweights!  This is the ultimate pasta - toasted almonds, baked chicken, sauteed mushrooms, onions, garlic, and fresh parsley, all coated in a creamy and decadent Mascarpone cheese[...]

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

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***Brad and my Uncle Hal have created a monster...an ice cream monster!  Brad surprised me with a Cuisinart ice cream maker as part of my Valentine's present this year.  I was so excited, because I've been wanting one for a[...]