Author Archives: Sandy

Pumpkin Thai Curry Soup with Shrimp

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

2 Cans Pumpkin 2 Cans water (measure using the pumpkin cans)or Chicken Broth 2 Cans unsweetened Coconut Milk 1 Can Carrots and Onions pickled with jalapenos 2 tsp Chinese Five Spice 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp salt Using a … Continue reading →

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Beef Pot Pie

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Beef Stew Filling Chop Beef into bite size pieces 1 diced onion 6 celery stocks diced 6 carrots sliced into coins 1 cup diced potatoes (optional) Saute onion, celery and carrots 48 ounces beef stock 1/2 cup brewed coffee 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Firehouse Clam Chowder

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

It was a relaxing day, I waved goodbye to son Jon and his friends as they headed off to Anacapa Island for a bit of diving. James and Denny were going diving also, but on the Rapture accompanying my nephews … Continue reading →

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Albondigas (Meatball) Soup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Abby makes excellent meatball soup. My kids crave it when they are not feeling well because she used to make it for them. When I told my boys that I made soup like Abby’s, they rolled their eyes. “Mom, you … Continue reading →

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David’s Best in Show Apple Pie

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Ingredients 6-7 Crisp Apples (3 Granny Smiths and 4 Fugi Apples) 1 Cup Sugar 2 tsp Light Brown Sugar 1 tsp Flour 1 tsp Salt 2 T Cinnamon Crust 1 1/2 Cups Butter 2 Cups Flour Start with the crust: … Continue reading →

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Chorizo and Eggs Breakfast Burrito

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

My family likes breakfast on the weekends. But when you are too hurried and need to get on the road, you can take it with you! Wrap it up in a burrito and you are a happy camper. Chorizo Eggs … Continue reading →

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Saganaki

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Saganaki – This amazingly delicious Greek appetizer is named after the single-serving frying pan it is cooked in. Pan seared kefalograviera, kasseri or sheep’s milk feta cheese is melted in a small frying pan until it is bubbling. Brandy is … Continue reading →

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Orange Meringue Baked Alaska Pie

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Ingredients 32 vanilla wafers 2 cups vanilla low-fat ice cream softened 2 cups lemon sorbet, softened 4 large egg whites 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind Preparation Line bottom and sides of a 9-inch deep-dish … Continue reading →

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Very Orange Vanilla Sundae

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

1/2 gallon Orange Sherbert 1/2 gallon Vanilla Ice Cream – Low Fat 1/2 gallon Cool Whip Free Whipped Topping 3 Lemons Orange marmalade Melt Vanilla and Cool Whip in microwave for sixty seconds. In mixer, dough attachment, blend together. Add … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Spinach Bruschetta

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons sherry, what balsalmic or white wine vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon minced red onion 3/4 teaspoon poppy seeds 1/4 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika 1/8 teaspoon … Continue reading →

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