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WIAW 196 – Birthday Edition

WIAW 196 – Birthday Edition

Wow. We just had a couple of weeks of total chaos…  first medical appointments for half the family (from routine checkups to minor elective surgery for one of the cats – she’s fine, thank you.) And then a series of minor not-quite-crises from a totally 

Corny Cheesy Cornbread

Corny Cheesy Cornbread

Add corn and cheese to cornbread to make Corny Cheesy Cornbread – a terrific side dish that’s interesting in itself, without overwhelming your main dish! Anyone who has read this blog for a while knows that Rich and I have eaten quite a lot of 

WIAW 195 – Spring Farmer’s Market

WIAW 195 – Spring Farmer’s Market

I’ve told you that we seem to have gone to every food store in North Raleigh… But you know me, I love to buy vegetables fresh from the farmer, when possible! (And I have not been totally thrilled with the produce here – it’s certainly 

Egg Salad

Egg Salad

Mix several condiments together to make sauce for your egg salad, with some chopped vegetables – add a little variety to the flavor! I always seasoned egg salad basically the way I always seasoned deviled eggs. Mayonnaise, a little mustard, same way everyone I knew 

Red Lentil Soup with Butternut Squash

Red Lentil Soup with Butternut Squash

Add butternut squash to basic red lentil soup, and enjoy the flavor sensation! Simple and easy to make, this delicate orange-colored soup will keep people guessing! I did not develop this recipe for the blog. Nor have I made it for years and years… Instead,