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Pasta Carbonara with Peas

Pasta Carbonara with Peas

Traditional Carbonara does not have peas or cream, onions or garlic, but this is the version that our family loves, and since it has bacon and eggs…what else could we call it? Cooking bacon in the oven ensures that all pieces are cooked evenly.  I 

Smoky Cilantro Pesto with Penne and Cherry Tomatoes

Smoky Cilantro Pesto with Penne and Cherry Tomatoes

I love love love cilantro.   Swap out basil for cilantro and then replace pine nuts with smoked almonds! While visiting friends in Madison, WI, we were challenged to utilize a bumper crop of cilantro.   We decided to make pesto and decided to use 

Migas

Migas

  Fluffy eggs scrambled with crisp fried tortillas, sautéed peppers, onions and cheese best served with warm corn tortillas.  No real recipe is needed, but here is how we make them in our family – no spicy peppers or salsa. Pan frying your own corn 

Baked Potato Soup

Baked Potato Soup

  Leftover baked (not boiled) potatoes are a huge time saver.  No roux, slurry or béchamel required for this super easy bowl of happiness.   Each person can still customize flavor toppings as if personalizing his or her baked potato. This recipe comes together quickly