Artichoke Heart & Parmesan Frittata

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Behold, the frittata. I had to repost this recipe from last year for egg week in our Back to Basics cooking series. Frittatas are so easy, perfect for using up leftovers and they go together quickly.

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Tackle Dinnertime Challenges with Hellmann’s Chicken Change Up

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In honor of egg week, here is a creative way to use mayonnaise – for a super fast chicken recipe from Hellman’s.

Braised Lettuce for One

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Lest you think that braising and stewing is only for meat, I’m reposting this recipe from last spring–it’s a great way to use up extra lettuce that you might get in your CSA share.

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Braised Chicken in Red Sauce

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This recipe from Extending the Table: A World Community Cookbook provides a great example of braising chicken; it takes a lot less time than beef!

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Marrakesh Lamb Stew

Marrakesh Lamb Stew

One of my favorite recipes from Simply in Season, this recipe is an excellent example of a stew. Don’t let the long list of spices turn you off – it goes together rather quickly.

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Roasted Recipes Link Up

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It’s time to share your roasting inspiration! Link up any time over the next week, or share your advice in the comment section.

Herb Roasted Lamb with Roasted Asparagus

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In anticipation of spring and in honor of “roast” week in our Back to Basics Series, I present to you Herb Roasted Lamb with Roasted Asparagus.

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Wondering What to Do with Random Winter Root Vegetables? Roast ‘em!

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Perhaps you joined a winter CSA and aren’t exactly sure what the root vegetables you received are; or maybe you just want something quick to make that will clean out your refrigerator. Regardless, roasting winter root vegetables is the answer!

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Mushroom Risotto

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In celebration of rice week, I thought I’d re-publish this post from a Daring Cooks challenge that I did two years ago. My how time flies! Pin It

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My Favorite Bean Soups

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Continuing the theme of beans in our Back to Basics cooking series, I thought I’d share some of my favorite bean soup recipes. Don’t feel limited by a recipe though – feel free to experiment by adding beans to your own creations. Pin It

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