Author Archives: Sandy

Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Pull Aparts or Monkey Bread

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Sandy

Ingredients 3 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough (Like Grands) or make your own biscuits (see below) 1 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 cup margarine and/or walnut oil 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped walnuts … Continue reading →

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Sandy

3 large chicken breast 28 oz canned green enchilada sauce 2 8oz cans Mexican Hot Sauce Style Tomato Sauce 2 14 oz cans tomato sauce 1/8 cup taco seasoning 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp chili powder 3 tsp dried cilantro … Continue reading →

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Lobster Bisque almost as good as Jon Minken’s!

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Sandy

A big shout out thanks to sons James and Jon for running out to Santa Cruz Island for a little night diving to bring home some fresh live lobster as the season just opened. To make sure the lobsters cook … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Thai Curry Soup with Shrimp

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Sandy

2 Cans Pumpkin 2 Cans water (measure using the pumpkin cans)or Chicken Broth 2 Cans unsweetened Coconut Milk 1 Can Carrots and Onions pickled with jalapenos 2 tsp Chinese Five Spice 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp salt Using a … Continue reading →

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Beef Pot Pie

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Sandy

Beef Stew Filling Chop Beef into bite size pieces 1 diced onion 6 celery stocks diced 6 carrots sliced into coins 1 cup diced potatoes (optional) Saute onion, celery and carrots 48 ounces beef stock 1/2 cup brewed coffee 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Firehouse Clam Chowder

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Sandy

It was a relaxing day, I waved goodbye to son Jon and his friends as they headed off to Anacapa Island for a bit of diving. James and Denny were going diving also, but on the Rapture accompanying my nephews … Continue reading →

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Albondigas (Meatball) Soup

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Sandy

Abby makes excellent meatball soup. My kids crave it when they are not feeling well because she used to make it for them. When I told my boys that I made soup like Abby’s, they rolled their eyes. “Mom, you … Continue reading →

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Chorizo and Eggs Breakfast Burrito

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Sandy

My family likes breakfast on the weekends. But when you are too hurried and need to get on the road, you can take it with you! Wrap it up in a burrito and you are a happy camper. Chorizo Eggs … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Spinach Salad

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Sandy

I love this salad. I remember going to Kansas City and Dennis ordered this salad. Inspired, I went home and imitated it! Easy to make, family and friend favorite. Dennis loves it without the bacon as well. Who would have … Continue reading →

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Roasted Tomato Fennel Soup

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Sandy

I woke up this morning wanting to make soup for my office luncheon meeting. Up at 5:00 AM, roasting vegetables. Husband looking at me oddly, and finely asking, “What are you making?”. As the vegetables roasted I grabbed a cup … Continue reading →

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