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Home Again! And Tacos in a Hurry!

imageWe had a great time in New Orleans, but were very glad to get home. No place like it!

We got in late, tired and very hungry – bad combination! The fridge was bare and all the frozen entrees would take at least 20 minutes to thaw.  Fortunately we have canned food in the pantry and a garden to raid. (more…)

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EASY Killer Chili

We very often have chili is our fridge. It heats quickly, is satisfying and full of protein. We eat it as traditional chili in a bowl topped with extra onions (and cheese), over rice or with cornbread.  We use it in our breakfast “omelets,” or as a mid-afternoon snack.  For me, there is nothing more comforting on a cold rainy night than a big bowl of piping hot, spicy chili.

Best of all it is a quick and easy dish to make.  From the time I walk into the kitchen until I have cleaned up and am ready to leave is about 20 minutes.  Admittedly, the cooking takes hours, but not prep. And finally, the smell of the cooking chili is it’s own special treat! (more…)

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Taco Salad

I’m on roll so I am just gonna go with it.  I promise I know how to make something besides Mexican and Italian. but the tomatoes and onions have inspired me so this week.

taco saladTaco Salad is a big favorite around our house.  We have sampled versions of Taco Salad in lots of  restaurants; we like ours best.  It is an incredibly easy salad to make but it is truly a complete meal with lots of bulk and lots of phyto-nutrients.  It takes about 10 minutes from start to finish to turn out this incredible food.

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