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Appetizers and Snacks

Tomato and Caper Bruschetta

By Mandy · May 26, 2026

Bruschetta. Though technically it means “thick slices of bread grilled, rubbed with garlic, drizzled with olive oil” (thanks Webster’s!), to me it conjures up images of summer when there is an abundance of fresh tomatoes and basil. So, as I sit here in mid March with yet another snow storm approaching, I decided to make...

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Main Dishes

Avocado, Hummus and Veggie Sandwich

By Mandy · March 5, 2025

Everyday for lunch it’s the same old thing…salad, salad, salad. I love salads, don’t get me wrong. But day after day it is getting old. Today, being Sunday, I thought I’d try something different and boy did I hit the jackpot!! This sandwich is packed with good nutrition and has tons of flavor. Give it...

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Soups and Sides

Stuffed Peppers

By Mandy · January 28, 2025

The holiday season is upon us and with that comes lots and lots of entertaining. Whether it’s a dinner party you are hosting or a pot luck you were invited to, getting creative in the kitchen becomes so much more festive this time of year! Fancy china is dusted off to take its place at...

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Appetizers and Snacks

Gouda Stuffed Mini Meatloafs

By Mandy · January 11, 2025

I’ve had a request for “fancy finger foods” from a fellow blog follower — she is looking to make appetizers for an upcoming book group meeting she is hosting. I’ve got some great recipes that I will be posting in the upcoming days but let’s get started with my Mini Meatloafs. I made these last...

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Salads and Dressings

Panzanella Salad

By Mandy · July 7, 2023
Panzanella Salad

I had the most amazing lunch today! It was so delicious that I knew immediately I had to share it with you guys ASAP! Part of the fun was picking the tomatoes, cucumbers and basil fresh from my vegetable garden (warm from the sun, mind you). But this salad would be just as good if...

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