Monthly Archives: November 2013

PEAR-GORGONZOLA FARFALLE

Bow Tie pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with sweet pears, cranberries and sliced almonds PEAR-GORGONZOLA FARFALLE 8 ounces farfalle pasta 3 medium pears 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 6 tablespoons cream 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 1 teaspoon […]

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HANDFUL OF SNOWMEN

FUN WINTER CRAFT This family of snowmen fits together like a glove. I found this cute idea on “crafts ‘n coffee” I took their idea and went a little crazy with the accessories. We sent each of the kids one as an invitation to a Snowmobiling Holiday.  We have planned a family getaway near Park […]

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HAM AND SWISS STUFFED APPLES

Apples stuffed with ham, Swiss cheese, apple pulp and more. Drizzled with apple juice. Baked in an edible apple bowl. HAM AND SWISS STUFFED APPLES 4 large Golden Delicious apples 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups diced fully cooked ham 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 4 ounces shredded […]

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SNICKERDOODLE CUPCAKES

A cupcake with a cinnamon twist topped with a cream cheese and butter frosting made with cinnamon and sugar. The taste of a Snickerdoodle Cookie in a Cupcake SNICKERDOODLE CUPCAKES 1-1/2 cups flour 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 2 eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla […]

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APRICOT-PISTACHIO ROLLED PORK

This will impress more than just your taste buds, it looks fabulous too. APRICOT-PISTACHIO ROLLED PORK 4 pound pork boneless top loin roast (have the butcher cut it for you, lengthwise) 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots 1/2 cup chopped pistachio nuts 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup apricot […]

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