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March 29, 2012

Down to the Final Four Recipes

So we're really getting down to the wire here.  Last time I checked in, we were left with these eight recipes: Soups 1.  Beef and Barley Soup 2 2.  Cordon Bleu Soup Chicken 3.  Massaman Curry 4.  hawaiian chicken Meaty 5.  beef gyros 6.  café … Read More »

March 29, 2012

Recipe for 5-Minute Prep Slow Cooker Asian Chicken

Makes 4 servings 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce (if you use regular, it may be a little salty) 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp quick-cooking tapioca 1 tsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp brown sugar 2 Tbsp oyster sauce 1.  Use this trick, if you … Read More »

March 29, 2012

Recipe for Slow Cooker Cuban-style Black Bean Soup

Makes 6 servings 1/2 lb dried black beans, picked over and rinsed 3 1/2 cups water 1 bay leaf 1 smoked ham hock, rinsed 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp lime juice 1-2 tsp salt (to taste) 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce Optional toppings:  cilantro, sour cream, cheese, diced … Read More »

March 28, 2012

Daily Herald Article

Here's an article from the Daily Herald all about my new cookbook.  They even came to my house and photographed me.  Fun times! … Read More »

March 28, 2012

Recipe for Chocolate-Covered Coconut Peanut Butter Bites

I had a dream. No, really, I literally had a dream.  And it was about coconut peanut butter dough dipped in chocolate.  I woke up and was so excited to try this out.  (that just shows you how much I think about food.  I am even dreaming about it these days). I love … Read More »

March 27, 2012

Things I’ve Pinned: Girl Scout Cookie Edition

Check out this article I wrote for the Deseret News it's all about girl scout cookies and how to use them wisely such as: Girl Scout Thin Mint Truffles as seen on Blog is the New Black Homemade Do-Si-Dos as seen on Savory Sweet Life Tagalong Girl Scout Cookie Cupcakes as seen on … Read More »

March 26, 2012

Final Four Recipes

Anyone up for trying 2 recipes this week as part of the March Madness Tourney?? We have 4 recipes left and I need to get it down to 2. If you're interested email me at [email protected] (the deadline for the recipes is Saturday, so it's kind of short).   … Read More »

March 26, 2012

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Salsa Verde

Makes about 6-8 servings 3 lbs bone-in pork roast (shoulder, butt, or boston cuts are the best--if you want to use pork loin you can, but you'll need to cut down on the cooking time and increase the liquid.  It definitely won't turn out as tender and shreddable either.) 2 cups … Read More »

March 23, 2012

Win a cookbook and book signing info

The publisher is giving away FIVE copies of 365 Days of Slow-Cooking, and selecting winners from their email subscribers. If you are not on the list, subscribe today by clicking on the link (winners will be announced on Monday): http://eepurl.com/j3Yib I will be at the new City Creek mall in Salt … Read More »

March 23, 2012

March Madness Round 3 Results

Here's where we stand after 3 rounds of the tournament.  The last eight recipes standing are:   Beef and Barley Soup, Cordon Bleu Soup,  Beef Gyros,  Cafe Rio Beef,  Massaman Curry,  Hawaiian Chicken,  Turkey Lasagna, and the  Salsa Rice … Read More »

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