Author Archives: Marilyn

Turkey Vegetable Soup

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. This month, my youngest son Jakey Boy became a 40 year old man!  He has been married for nearly 10 years, has 4 kids under the age of 7…and he happens to be a great … Continue reading →

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Santa Clara (Guatemala) Picante 

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. There is a local restaurant in Antigua Guatemala that we love.  The food is not gourmet or cutting edge but it is nourishing and affordable, and the waitstaff are delightfully friendly too.  They serve this … Continue reading →

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Chickpea Chicken Stew

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. One pot dinners are always good in my world.  One pot to clean?  Perfect!  I spotted this recipe from Ellie Kreiger and was drawn to try it due to the flavor profile.  I made a … Continue reading →

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Roasted Winter Vegetables

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. If you are looking for a pretty, nourishing, and seasonal vegetable side dish, look no further.  This combo is a winner!  It’s different from the usual roasted broccoli or cauliflower or sweet potato wedges that … Continue reading →

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Meatloaf Forever!

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I have posted my famous meatloaf recipe before, but the last time was over 10 years ago.  I remember bringing meatloaf and side dishes to friends over40 years ago when they had just welcomed a … Continue reading →

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Hamantaschen Again

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I know I published this Hamantaschen recipe back in 2014 and again in 2018.  But…it is time once again to make these.  Purim is March 2-3 this year  and commemorates the survival and strength of … Continue reading →

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Lentil Vegetable Stew

Posted on February 25, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I made this stew the other day when I discovered I had a few too many vegetables left over from the farmers market.  I named it a stew and then did a little A.I. research … Continue reading →

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Chicken Thighs and Veggies

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I love raiding my fridge and using  whatever veggies I happen to find that need a home.  The other day, I riffed on this recipe (that I posted way back in 2012!), using two handfuls … Continue reading →

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Refrigerator Sweet Pickles

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Twelve years ago when life and food shopping was much more simple, I wrote a post for marinated cucumber salad.  As the years passed, I find myself making this “salad” but calling them pickles, and … Continue reading →

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Fresh Mango Topping

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I am always on the hunt for interesting toppings I can easily make for chicken and fish, particularly when I invite family for dinner.  I often try to make some type of fish because the … Continue reading →

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