Pumpkin Curry Soup

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I wanted to share an amazingly easy and flavourful dish!  This pumpkin curry soup will win you over to curry if you are not already a fan!  Throw in some naan and red pepper hummus, and you’re in for a real treat. *If you’re sad I don’t have labels on 2 of my spice jars, [...]

Japanese Chicken

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Japanese Chicken I got this recipe from my mother-in-law who got it from a girl in Turkey when she was visiting my sister-in-law there.  Anyway, it has literally been around the world now, and I urge you to try it- we LOVE this dish!  The Mirin is essential in achieving the right sweetness, and the [...]

5-Cheese Stuffed Shells

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5-Cheese Stuffed Shells I just made the 4-cheese stuffed shells again and really enjoyed them.  You can use jarred sauce or the following marinara. {Note: this recipe makes 2 smaller dishes so you can give one away or freeze one for later!} 1# jumbo shell pasta (40 shells) cooking spray 1 12-ounce carton 1% low-fat [...]

Homemade Caramel Popcorn

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Homemade Caramel Popcorn My good friends Christy and Rachel encouraged me to pop my own popcorn…like on the stove.  I was shocked how easy it was, as well as how incredibly delicious.  Plus, Rebekah and Luke love the whole process!  Then, the other night, Josh got a glimmer in his eye and returned 15 minutes [...]