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Boneless Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Zucchini

This time in my travels I did not pack any cookbooks (too heavy!) and relied more on my website and email collection of recipes. I found this recipe on my old google group recipe site and gave it a try. … 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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Latin Skillet Scrambled Eggs

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Cheese Ball for All Occasions

I adapted this recipe from my first cookbook, a Betty Crocker one.  Bring to work at least once a year for potlucks and it’s gotten very good reviews. For the one tablespoon of salad dressing, use your favorite vinaigrette type.  My current … Continue reading

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Arroz de Cerveja (Rice in Beer)

From this wonderful Portuguese cookbook I have.   I make this recipe all the time and everyone loves it.  Depending on the type of beer you use, it can change the flavor a lot.  Experiment.  It’s all been good for me … Continue reading

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