Author Archives: Marilyn

Nachos Grande

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. OK people… a short while ago I posted a picture from Belize of our dinner – nachos grande.  Several of you wrote and wanted the recipe.  Recipe?  Really?!?  You actually asked me to quantify this? … Continue reading →

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Dukkah, Duqqa…I Almost Forgot About You

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. The other week, at the last minute, I spotted a cooking class at one of my favorite haunts in Seattle, The Book Larder.  There is a new instructor/chef and he presented a vegetarian menu…a dinner … Continue reading →

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Rustic Carrot Soup

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Whenever I’m preparing to leave town for a length of time, one of the hardest tasks for me is to somehow cook all the produce and perishables that cannot be frozen.  I don’t like wasting … Continue reading →

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Coconut Cream Pie For Jakey Boy!

Posted on March 4, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. My youngest son celebrated his 29th birthday at the end of February – the 21st to be exact.  Each year I ask him what kind of cake or pie he’d like.  I’ve told you before … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving in February – Mid-Winter Root Vegetable Salad

Posted on February 25, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Don’t laugh…we really did have another Thanksgiving in February… the day after Valentine’s Day if you must know.  My family in Seattle (eight adults) always attend the real Thanksgiving weekend at Kal’s Cabin.  However, we … Continue reading →

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Oatmeal & Fruit Scones

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I don’t know about you, but when I have houseguests I like to make a little extra food to have around  so I can enjoy my company and not be tied to the kitchen.  Many … Continue reading →

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Ann’s Poppy Seed Cookies

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. When it comes to dessert or something sweet, I choose either (A) chocolate, the darker the better or (B) a bland, slightly sweet type of crisp cookie.  So you won’t be shocked that I dream … Continue reading →

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Savory Spanish Green Beans

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. My cousin-by-marriage called me in January and wanted to visit Seattle for a few days; she desperately needed a break from caring for my wheelchair-bound cousin Michael and from her piano students.  “Sure,” I replied … Continue reading →

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Comforting Chicken Marsala

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Want an easy main dish both kids and adults adore?  Ta-da! I give you Chicken Marsala.  I love this recipe both for the taste and the make-ahead attributes and it is definitely in my “favorites” … Continue reading →

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Kay’s Kale Salad

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. You’ll have to wait until right before Thanksgiving in 2015 to get a full rundown of this year’s family weekend and excellent adventures.  Yet I cannot in all good conscience wait that long to share … Continue reading →

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