Now that it’s really starting to feel like fall, I’ve been craving everything apple. Apple pie, apple cider, applesauce, plain apples – it all sounds perfect to me. I bought too many apples though, and many of them turned mealy. Luckily, The Kitchn has some great (and delicious) uses for mealy apples.
My favorite? To use [...]

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Quick Tip: Surprising uses for olive oil from The Daily Green.
“Olive oil is more than a cartoon character, a historic symbol of peace and glory, or a food staple of the much-vaunted Mediterranean diet. It is actually tremendously useful stuff, finding applications in personal care, home [...]

Recipe and Photo Source: Italian Chef
Whether you’re planning a romantic meal for two or a large family dinner party, this lasagna recipe is sure to please.
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Ingredients
4 lasagna noodles
1 cup filling (see here)
4 1/4 inch slices fresh mozzarella
12 pieces fresh asparagus–blanched, ends cut
1/2 cup roasted red pepper filets (buy prepared or better yet, [...]

So last week’s numbing and hot chicken turned out really well, I’m definitely going to be making it again. I toned down the chicken this week, but I’m looking forward to all of my meals…
Monday
Slow cooker beef stroganoff  Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Salmon burgers Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Farfalle with lemon, walnuts, and parmesan Spring [...]

My meals last week were pretty delicious and I’m looking forward to what I have planned for this week… Chicken was on sale, so I’ve got a lot of chicken recipes coming up!
Monday
Baked pasta with tomatoes, mozzarella and aged gouda Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Primavera chicken saute Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Baked falafel Spring the [...]

Last week’s meals were delicious, especially the tortilla soup – it was a great way to finally transition into fall. I’m really excited to try this week’s dessert recipe – red velvet cake and cheesecake are two of my favorite desserts, and I’m sure the combination will be tasty!
Monday
Lasagna rolls with roasted red pepper [...]

Why not try a this blueberry lemon bread for a tasty afternoon treat? It’s the perfect combination of sweet and tart!
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Ingredients
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
pinch of salt
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/3 cup lemon juice
zest of 1 whole lemon
1/4 cup extra virgin [...]

Last week was a little hectic, so I’m glad to be back on schedule with a great new set of meals!
Monday
Spinach and brie chicken with tomato orzo Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Ridiculously good taco salad Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Smoked mozzarella and tomato quiche Spring the recipe!
Thursday
Chili piquin vegetarian tortilla soup Spring the recipe!
Friday
Pasta with [...]

Quick Tip: Simplify cooking with a handy conversion apron from Life Hacker
“Once you’ve got the ball rolling in the kitchen, nothing puts a damper on your head of steam like an unwieldy, unfamiliar unit conversion. Sure you could use Google’s conversion calculator, but your hands are covered with flour and your keyboard’s already dirty enough [...]

This week is National Simplify Your Life Week.  So we’re bringing you a round-up of some of our best, simplest posts over the last year!
August 2008:  Organize your home redecoration project
September 2008: Drink more water for your health & to save money

October 2008: Shampoo your hair every other day
November 2008: Save time sorting dirty laundry
December [...]