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Meat with Fruit

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:09:58 +0000

It's time for something fresh! Even on cold fall days, eating something that reminds you of summer is a nice change of pace. We've been eating rich, comforting foods but I feel that a simple piece of meat paired with a fresh, cold fruit salsa or salad is just right for today. If you can't find those perfect fruits, feel free to substitute anything that looks good in the market. Listen to your inner 'chef'. If she thinks it sounds good, it will be good!

Meat with Fruit originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 02:09:58.

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Everyday Menus: Meatball Corn Stew

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:26:12 +0000

I love the textures and flavors of this rich crockpot stew. Although the ingredient list is long, it goes together quickly and you'll come home to the most amazing aromas. Serve this hearty stew with some quick scones, a sweet and tart green salad, and a classic fall dessert.

Everyday Menus: Meatball Corn Stew originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at 01:26:12.

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Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:01:16 +0000

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Wordless Wednesday originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 00:01:16.

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Everyday Menus: Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:01:54 +0000

This rich and simple crockpot chicken dish has all of the flavors of the traditional recipe but is much easier to make. All you do is combine all of the ingredients in the slow cooker, turn it on, then come back hours later and enjoy! Serve with hot cooked pasta, a crisp green salad, and garlic toast.

Everyday Menus: Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 at 00:01:54.

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Crockpot Comfort Foods

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:01:05 +0000

Comfort foods are always soothing and delicious. And there's only one thing that improves these recipes: making them easier! The crockpot comes to the rescue, acting as your sous chef while you go about your day. And then you'll come home to wonderful aromas that are (almost) as comforting as the food itself. Enjoy these easy recipes, including Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings.

Crockpot Comfort Foods originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 00:01:05.

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Newest Cookbook

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:01:58 +0000

My newest cookbook, Knack Soup Classics is available! This book offers step by step instructions about making the best soup, whether a simple chicken broth or Gumbo Z'Herbs. You'll find dessert soups, Farmer's Market soups, cold soups, and comforting soups. It's perfect for fall!

Newest Cookbook originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 at 00:01:58.

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Everyday Menus: Parmesan Roast Pork

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:41:27 +0000

Roast pork is such a wonderful fall dinner recipe. The tender meat is easy to cook and adapts to almost any flavor. Two kinds of Parmesan cheese - shredded and grated - add interest to the coating on this juicy roast. Serve it with scalloped potatoes and an easy recipe for sugar snap peas.

Everyday Menus: Parmesan Roast Pork originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Saturday, October 31st, 2009 at 20:41:27.

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Mummy Franks with Vampire Dip

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:56 +0000

And our last Halloween treat is this wonderful snack of hot dogs wrapped up in puff pastry to look like a mummy. Not only is this a fun recipe, but it's delicious. The puff pastry really adds a nice crisp texture contrast to the juicy franks. And the Vampire Dip is super easy and tasty too. Happy Halloween!

Mummy Franks with Vampire Dip originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Friday, October 30th, 2009 at 00:00:56.

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Jack-O-Lantern Cake

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:05:31 +0000

I'm having the most fun making Halloween recipes! I hope you're enjoying it too. This day's offering is this cute Jack-O-Lantern (or should it be Jack O' Lantern?) cake. You can decorate any shape of cake with this design - I just happened to get lucky and found a pumpkin-shaped foil cake pan at the grocery store.

Jack-O-Lantern Cake originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 00:05:31.

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Top 10 Chili Recipes

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:01:09 +0000

Chili is the perfect recipe for any fall weekend; especially Halloween. With family members in and out of the house, a pot of chili keeping warm on the stove or in the crockpot is so convenient. And the chili just gets better the longer it cooks! These ten recipes are my favorites. And of course, Cheese Crackers are the best accompaniment.

Top 10 Chili Recipes originally appeared on About.com Busy Cooks on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 00:01:09.

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