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Dresses for sale!
I clean out my closet twice a year and since I'm moving across the country in a couple of weeks I was even more brutal than usual. I was going to haul these items down to the local consignment store, but I thought I would see if anyone on LJ was interested first. I take great care of my clothes so everything is in almost brand new condition. If you ( Read more... ) -
Fashion Bug Coupon
I got a "$10 off your purchase of $10 or more" Fashion Bug coupon in the mail. It's only good for an "in store" purchase and it isn't valid for an online purchase. Sadly I don't have a Fashion Bug store close by so it there isn't anyway for me to use the coupon. It makes me sad to throw it away because it's such a good coupon, it's practically like ( Read more... ) -
Jeff Fortenberry's dialogue with Hillary Clinton about abortion
I liked this dialogue between Representative Jeff Fortenberry and Secretary Hillary Clinton so much that I wanted to share it. He also made a similar declaration in favor of the Stupak amendment during the House debate over health care reform. I'm thankful that there are still some Members of Congress that aren't afraid to speak the truth and will ( Read more... ) -
George Bernard Shaw quote
Perhaps the greatest social service that can be rendered by anybody to the country and to mankind is to bring up a family
- George Bernard Shaw
Irish playwright
1925 Nobel Prize for Literature
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Summertime Chicken Cacciatore
Traditionally, this Italian "hunter's" chicken is loaded with wild mushrooms, which give it a woodsy, wintry flavor. By using eggplant or zucchini instead, it makes this recipe lighter and more summery, with a garden fresh taste.
Summertime Chicken Cacciatore:
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken, cut into 10 pieces, skin removed.
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup ( Read more... ) -
Spring Leek Frittata
Thesee flavors are mouth watering. It could easily pass as a main dish for a seasonal brunch, but is easy enough to be served for breakfast (or dinner!) anytime.
Spring Leek Frittata:
Ingredients:
2 1/2 tsp. olive oil
2 medium leeks
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup ham, diced
2 eggs
5 egg whites
1/4 cup milk
1 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
Salt and ( Read more... ) -
Vietnamese-Style Beef Marinade
The possibilities for this meat marinade are endless, use your imagination!
Vietnamese-Style Beef Marinade:
Ingredients:
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 Tbsp soy sauce (or teriyaki sauce depending on your preference)
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
2 tsp. grated fresh ginger root
2 tsp. mild honey
10 oz. beef tenderloin, cut into thin ( Read more... ) -
Lemon-Zested White Bean and Escarole Soup
This simple soup takes no more than 15 minutes max and you have a delicious pot of tasty soup ( Read more... ) -
Rutabaga and Carrot Hash
This is the most elegant alternative to the usual mashed potato that I have ever seen! It's also colorful and full of taste ( Read more... ) -
Good Eats: Curried Brown Rice Pilaf with Walnuts
I love brown rice, but sometimes it can get old just eating it plain all the time. This recipe is a nice twist on an old staple ( Read more... )