A Big Hug to You Plus A Sandwich Worth a 10 Year Wait!

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Before I even ‘talk food’, I just want to extend a sincere, from-the-bottom-of-my-heart “thank you and grazie” to all of you (100′s of bloggers and social network friends) who wrote to me to offer me your prayers and positive thoughts for the event that took place in my life.  Although the situation hasn’t disappeared, my husband {Read More}

Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake!

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Despite that it was Labor Day on Monday, my husband had to go in to work.  However, I was able to enjoy the holiday and had the kitchen all to myself.  So I decided to make an over-the-top, takes-all-day-to-make cheesecake just for my sweetie! And this is one show stopper, stunning cake! Hubby ate a thin {Read More}

Seasonal Saturday and Fresh Food Friday!

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September has finally arrived, but yet at 93 degrees today, it still feels the same as August.  I could really handle some 80 degree temps right now, but I think I’m dreaming.  College football games begin this Saturday and my students are all ‘amped’ to the max over it.  Even though Mr. M. and P. and I {Read More}

Tomato Basil Risotto!

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The choices for using garden-fresh veggies and herbs in our recipes are almost endless and cooks can be as resourceful and creative at the same time when using their bounty!   I discovered a nice recipe for Tomato and Basil Risotto from “Vegetables From An Italian Garden ~ Season By Season Recipes”.  The recipe for this risotto {Read More}