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Scrambled Eggs with Caviar

Sometimes a special birthday deserves a special breakfast. These eggs are memorable for both their presentation and flavor. You don’t have to go to the extra effort of fitting the eggs back inside the eggshell, because the eggs and caviar will taste equally delicious either way, but if you really want to knock someone’s socks off, the filled eggshells are the way to go. I’ve had this recipe for years, and because it is somewhat labor intensive, I like using […]

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Packages for the Troops

You probably didn’t realize that there are still several thousand American troops in Iraq and Afghanistan this holiday season, in addition to American troops stationed in many other parts of the world.  Some of them read this blog, and to them I want to say thank you for your service, and we miss you!  I hope to encourage everyone else to send them a little reminder of home this Christmas.   Don’t forget that there are still military personnel in hospitals […]

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Warm Potato and Turkey Salad

The day after Thanksgiving, I always wake up ready for some lighter fare… Harry and Auggie appreciating the salad  You have to do something with leftovers, right? I like the idea of a salad supper on the Day After, and this one uses the leftover turkey. It has asparagus and baby spinach, and lovely little potatoes coated in a mustard-honey dressing. And you’ll feel righteous for using up the turkey! Did you ever notice how leftover turkey recipes are usually […]