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Lemon Chicken Pasta

Lemon Chicken Pasta

Too bad that I’m already married because if I could marry lemons, I would.  That little squirt of acid brightens up so many dishes and punches you in the face with fresh flavor.  You all know that chicken and lemon taste good together.  So add…

Kielbasa and Potatoes Skillet

Kielbasa and Potatoes Skillet

I thought by adding the word “skillet” to the name of this recipe, it would make it sound more hearty and homey. But really, all you have to do is fry up sliced kielbasa and baby potatoes, with some onions in a pan. This dish…

Quinoa Stir Fry

Quinoa Stir Fry

I have been pressured twice by my friend Lynda to post up this recipe, so here it is.  I recently went to a casual get-together potluck lunch with a few friends, and we all brought something.  The hostess was making a Korean dish, so I…

Chicken Orzo Soup

Chicken Orzo Soup

When we moved to Southern California, we did not sign up for triple digit weather AND humidity.  It’s been crazy hot here lately, but I think it’s slowly starting to cool down now.  So in the spirit of the hopefully soon-to-be chilly weather, I thought…

Chicken with Chickpeas and Arugula

Chicken with Chickpeas and Arugula

I try to eat low carb meals every now and then, even though I’m not on Atkins, South Beach, or any other kind of food-specific diet.  Come on now, I can’t give up on my bagels, cookies, or pasta completely.  However, I do like to…

Shrimp with Lime

Shrimp with Lime

Lately, I’ve been trying to eat more balanced meals and less carbs.  Thus, I am grouchy.  I suddenly realized that I have to squeeze myself into a bridesmaid dress next month so I have to step up my game and be more disciplined.  I’m dragging…