A New Approach to Food…For Me!
By now you know that I like good food. I like to plan it. I like to cook it. I like the creative aspect of it. And of course, I … Continue reading
Dugan’s Kitchen…and More!
It’s been a long time since I posted anything. For a while I wasn’t cooking anything new, or I would forget to take a photo of what I did make, … Continue reading
Another Creative Outlet – Pottery
Cooking has long been a great creative outlet for me, but it isn’t the only one. When I was working I always wanted to learn how to make pottery. (No, … Continue reading
Chicken with Almond and Paprika Vinaigrette
Once the holidays are over, I often want to stick to tried and true recipes…or quick meals. After a month of sweets and rich recipes, there is something to be said for … Continue reading
German Chocolate Brownie Cookies
I have a dear friend whose favorite cake is German Chocolate. One day he shared with me fond memories of his mother making this cake for him each year on … Continue reading
Pork with Chunky Applesauce
Growing up I always heard that pork was the traditional dish for New Year’s Day. I’m not sure where I heard it, or whose tradition it’s supposed to be, but … Continue reading
Fresh Cream Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Many years ago, when I headed marketing in Michigan for KeyBank and had an office in downtown Ann Arbor, there was a charming little breakfast/lunch place on Washington called Fresh Cream. … Continue reading
Easy Enchilada Casserole
My very favorite Mexican menu item is beef enchiladas. I order them at every Mexican restaurant we go to, and I have searched to find just the right recipe to make them at … Continue reading
Cranberry-Apple Pie with Pecan Shortbread Crust
Recently we took a color tour in northern Michigan. The colors were beautiful, the air was crisp, and it gave me the annual urge to start baking. So when we … Continue reading
A Different Kind of Chili
Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the crisp air, the magnificent colors, the excitement of people going back to school, college football, and looking forward to Halloween. … Continue reading
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