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Shrimp Pita with Avocado Dressing

We love shrimp at Carolina HeartStrings and Alessa and I both decided to create a wonderful sandwich using this…

Strawberry Shortcake Muffins

I had really intended to make strawberry shortcake for the 4th of July but that didn't happen so I had strawberries that I needed to use.

"Ice Cream" Frosting

I have made this many times and have had positive reactions, especially when people are told it is made with flour. It is easy to make; costs…

Blueberry French Toast

A fantastic easy little breakfast that can be made ahead and popped in the oven in the morning!

Skinny Chinese Spaghetti with Meat Sauce (Dan Dan Noodles)

Here’s a fabulous Chinese take on an Italian classic, spaghetti and meat sauce! You’ll see this delicious dish…

Shrimp Relleno

Shrimp (“camarones” in Spanish) are one of my favorite foods to cook. This easy to make Relleno Sauce complements the shrimp well and goes great…

Peanutty Oatmeal Cookies

A different take on peanut butter cookies. The oatmeal adds chewiness, and the chopped peanuts add extra crunch. For an over-the-top serving, spread…

Zucchini Almond Cookies

Here's a cheaters recipe for Oatmeal Cookies with a twist.

Smashed Red Potatoes with Gorgonzola Cheese

Thirty minutes and two steps are all that's needed to prepare this cheese and red potatoes side dish recipe.

Squash Patties

So often after Thanksgiving and the holidays we quit thinking of pumpkin and squashes. But with healthy eating on my mind I wanted to incorporate…

Apple Crumble

Healthy Banana-Carrot Oat Nut Muffins

I never like to throw away bananas, so with two very ripe bananas I adapted this recipe. They were moist and…

Jo Rooney's Buttermilk Biscuits (from NYT)

From NYT Recipes - Jo Rooney's Buttermilk Biscuits Biscuits are easy to make, as long as you follow two basic…

Thick and Creamy Garlic and Parsnip Soup

I ate a raw clove just the other night. Am I turning into a witch doctor? Possibly. But also, you…

Broccoli and barley vegetable soup

This vegetarian recipe for a hearty homemade soup is delicious, healthy and filling.