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Hints and Tips

Erin go Bragh!!!

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Camille

I know we all have heard the phrase “Erin go Bragh” when St. Patrick’s Day is approaching.  And I know that many us that are Irish on that one day only have no idea what it means.  Here is the … Continue reading →

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Soup, Glorious Soup

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Camille

This blog is dedicated to all of my friends and family that are suffering through the terrible weather north of Paradise.  That means all of you north of the Florida boarder. Here are a few of my favorites.  Some have … Continue reading →

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Texas Chili With A Twist

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Camille

I love a good bowl of chili but I can only eat so much of the ground meat version, the kind I grew up on.  I started to make this chunky pork (using pork instead of beef is the twist) … Continue reading →

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Homemades (Fresh Pasta)

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Camille

Most Italians call fresh pasta “Homemades”.  Yep, that was the word Mom used to let us know we were going to have fresh pasta for Sunday Dinner.  (I know I have told you in the past the story of my … Continue reading →

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The Holidays Are Here

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Camille

The Holidays are just around the corner and I am sure that many of you will be preparing Christmas Dinner or New Year’s Day Dinner.  I want to give you something new to bring to the table on the special … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Feast

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Camille

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I am posting some of my old favorites for the  American Day of Feasting.  I’ve made changes in many of the recipes to give them a new and improved twist.  My favorite change … Continue reading →

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Memory Of A Past Party

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Camille

This past Sunday, on my daily walk, I ran into a couple who I catered parties for before I retired.  After spending about half an hour talking I went on my way and began reminiscing about the parties I did … Continue reading →

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Pot Roast – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Camille

Pot Roast I love slow cooking pot roast or whole fresh hams or pork butts or beef brisket.  I don’t get much of a chance to do it in Florida because it is so warm all of the time, but … Continue reading →

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Homemade Ravioli With Homemade Pasta Dough

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Camille

About 5 months ago I stopped eating Gluten:  No bread or pasta, nothing with flour, white or whole wheat.  No cakes, pies, or cookies.  I did this because I know several people who have joined the No Gluten Challenge and … Continue reading →

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Perfectly Perfect Pan Seared Filet Mignon

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Camille

Saturday night at the Hansen’s is steak night.  Sometimes I make steak at home and other times we will have it at a steak house.  I prefer to eat Rib Eye but would rather cook Filet Mignon.  Filet is much … Continue reading →

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