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Chocolate Walnut Cookies

Posted on February 18, 2016 by bigm5853

Even when eating clean, you need a treat every now and then. I found this recipe for chocolate walnut cookies that sounded amazing. Chocolaty, crispy and oh so tasty! I modified the recipe a bit to make it a little … Continue reading →

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Macadamia Crusted Cod

Posted on February 11, 2016 by bigm5853

Clean eating continues with another tasty cod recipe! I love a recipe that is easy and super tasty. This only takes about 30 minutes total time so is perfect for a weekday meal. I served this on top of sauteed … Continue reading →

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Homemade Tartar Sauce

Posted on January 29, 2016 by bigm5853

So why would I make my own tartar sauce? First of all it is really easy and second you know what the heck is in it!! Here is a store bought tartar sauce:   And this is America’s favorite! Look … Continue reading →

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Pan Fried Cod

Posted on January 26, 2016 by bigm5853

The holidays are long gone so now it is time to do some clean eating! Hy-Vee had some wild cod on sale so that sounded like a good way to start. This is a simple meal and does not take … Continue reading →

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Dinner with Friends – Crab Cakes

Posted on January 9, 2016 by bigm5853

New Year and new dinner with friends! This week Kris said she wanted crab cakes so that is what we had:) I think it has been 2 years since I made some crab cakes, not sure why I waited so … Continue reading →

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Cookie Time – Snickerdoodles

Posted on January 5, 2016 by bigm5853

So I made it through year one of making cookies for all my niece’s and nephew’s birthdays. It was a lot of fun, I got many thanks yous and of course requests to do it again this year!! One change … Continue reading →

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Dutch Oven Pot Roast

Posted on December 16, 2015 by bigm5853

Well last weekend I picked up a 1/4 cow.(long story – thanks Bev:)) This is the first time I have ever done this and let me tell you – that’s a lot of beef!. My freezer is full, no room … Continue reading →

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Dinner with Friends – Stuffed Pork Loin Roast

Posted on December 11, 2015 by bigm5853

The holiday season is upon us which means weeks of great food. We had Rindy, Aaron and Fal over for dinner and Kris suggested something stuffed. How about pork stuffed with pork? Yes! Start with a nice pork loin roast … Continue reading →

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Smoked Salmon Egg stuffed Avacado

Posted on December 2, 2015 by bigm5853

Kris and I took our annual trip to Shawnee Mission, KS to spend Thanksgiving with our friends the Lombardos. This is our favorite trip of the year! There is always plenty of great food, conversation and fun times. This year … Continue reading →

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Island Halibut with fresh Pico de Gallo

Posted on November 23, 2015 by bigm5853

Are you looking for a fresh, healthy dinner? Look no further – here it is! Marinated halibut, fresh pico de gallo, roasted fingerling potatoes and sauteed asparagus will hit the spot. Grilled halibut is one of our favorites and the … Continue reading →

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