June 2012

Roasted Chicken Over Creamy White Beans, Beautifully Rustic

by Ingrid Beer June 27, 2012
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When you think of the word “rustic”, how does it make you feel? I really love the word. It’s a descriptor that implies a simple elegance and unpretentious comfort. It evokes a feeling of coziness for me, of something still close to a natural state that hasn’t been too fooled around with, too prettied up. [...]

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Cozy Cameo: Warm, Grilled Steak Salad Means Never Having To Choose

by Ingrid Beer June 24, 2012
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I love a crisp, cool salad, especially in the summer time. After all, I’m a woman; isn’t it programmed into my DNA? Just kidding. I also love a nice, juicy, medium-rare grilled steak. And ladies, don’t act like you don’t know what I’m talking about, because I get the feeling you do. Yes, it’s so [...]

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Sweet ‘N Spicy Garlic Pork For Those Sweet ‘N Spicy Days

by Ingrid Beer June 20, 2012
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Ah, life! You’ve gotta love it, don’t you? It’s surely never boring, all full of wonderful twists and turns, ups and downs. And it seems that when things are going along smoothly and perhaps too easily, a little thing called “balance” likes to stir things up a bit and trouble the waters, so to speak. [...]

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Crispy Chicken Stix Are Callin’

by Ingrid Beer June 17, 2012
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Crispy Chicken Stix are callin’ They’re finger lickin’ good Crispy Chicken Stix are callin’ They’re the cutest, tastiest food Crispy Chicken Stix are callin’ For me to take a bite With three delicious dipping sauces I won’t wait for an invite Taste what’s good and pass it on. Ingrid Crispy Chicken Stix With 3 Dipping [...]

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Spicy, Cajun Salmon Sandwiches, A Perfect Pick For Dad

by Ingrid Beer June 14, 2012
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Can you believe that Father’s Day is almost here? This year, we’re excited to celebrate it as a family with both my dad and my husband. It’s a rare joy, as my folks live abroad in Slovakia these days and grace us with their visits only every so often. We’re looking forward to simply being [...]

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