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Chicago Teachers One-Day Strike

These are video interviews and photos from the April 1, 2016 Chicago Teachers One Day Strike and general day of action to save public education, public services, against police brutality and low wages, and for immigrant rights. First up is … Continue reading

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Salmon Quiche

From allrecipes.com, recipe by Stef.  She notes: “My father made this while I was growing up on the holidays for family who didn’t like turkey or ham.  It’s become a staple in my holiday dinners as well.  I have never … Continue reading

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Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce

I’ve made this several times.  It’s one of my favorites from Uma Casa Portuguesa – Portuguese Home Cooking.  Usually have made 4 to 8 servings, never bigger than that.  

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Holiday Brunch Menu

This is a work in progress.  Here’s what we got so far. Beverages Coffee Orange Juice Bloody Marys Mimosas Brunch Chris’ Homemade Cherry Scones Salmon Quiche Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing Roasted Asparagus  

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Broccoli Cornbread

I got this recipe from my co-worker, Gwen, a while ago.  In cleaning out my email at work I found her email with the recipe and saw that it needed to be posted here.  Thanks for sharing Gwen!  

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Nutmeg-Maple Cream Pie

From the New York Times.  Doesn’t include pie crust recipe.  Would it be really bad of me to just buy a pie crust? “This pie is a delicious twist on a custard standby, and it is exceedingly easy, a humble … Continue reading

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Irish Oatmeal, Bacon and Cheddar Souffle

From Irish Central, which sends me daily emails.  Some good recipes and this one is from Chicago! “Chef Michael Foley, an internationally renowned chef from Chicago, suggests for your Irish breakfast a light and airy oatmeal, bacon and cheddar soufflé.” … Continue reading

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Chocolate and Irish Baileys Cream Truffles

From Irish Times; sounds yummy.  Will post a note if I try them this holiday season. “Taking the time and effort to make this yummy treat at home is a great way to show how much you really care. Beautifully … Continue reading

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Looking forward to Turkey Day cooking!

Really this is me testing something with WordPress.  The two of you who follow this site please ignore.

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Recipes to Try

I haven’t been cooking as much as I’d like to.  I’m going to reserve this page for links to recipes I want to try. This one sound yummy–Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup.  My favorite combo. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/cream-of-fresh-tomato-soup-recipe.html New York Times today … Continue reading

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