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Penne alla Vodka

January 3, 2024 By Lisa

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Penne alla Vodka I have a confession to make, this was the first time I had this pasta. Every time I thought about it, I would think about how much cream, fat and calories were in it and then I’d talk myself out of it. Here, there’s my compromise; there’s cream but it’s half & half, and it’s also half the amount other recipes call ...

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Filed Under: Lisa G News, Mains, Pasta, Vegetarian Tagged With: italian, Low fat, special occasion

Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu – 1

February 13, 2023 By Lisa Leave a Comment

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Valentine's Day Dinner Menu - Menu Idea 1 I personally find that Valentine's Day only matters when you're single, am I alone here!?!  In case I'm wrong (I'm sure it's happened) here is my first menu idea to help you prepare a romantic and delicious meal for your love... Or your friends if you're single!  Stay tuned because in a few days I'll be ...

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Filed Under: Mains Tagged With: menu, special occasion, Valentine's Day

Spaghetti and Meatballs

May 1, 2020 By Lisa

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Spaghetti and Meatballs So I think I have stressed how much I love taking fatty food and making it low fat and healthy but have I stressed my other passion?  I love getting this done in under an hour!  That’s right; spaghetti and meatballs that are low fat and done in under an hour.  I’m the modern day nonna except I’m 34 … and blond!  Besides ...

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Filed Under: Beef, Lisa G News, Mains, Pasta Tagged With: italian, special occasion

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

April 14, 2019 By Lisa

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Garlic Mashed Potatoes It has been a crappy spring so far :(   It’s April and cold and crappy and you can always do with another mashed potato recipe. Did I mention this is almost fat free? Yup! The only fat comes from the milk. The flavour of this dish is incredible, you get the soft echo of the garlic without the intensity.   ...

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Filed Under: Lisa G News, Sides, Starches Tagged With: comfort food, potatoes, special occasion

2018 Father’s Day Dinner Menu

June 15, 2018 By Lisa

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2018 Father's Day Dinner Menu To start: Creole Shrimp and Avocado Followed by: Sweet and Spicy Grilled Chicken with (Baked) Texas Roadhouse Potato Skins ‘ and... Steakhouse Mushrooms and of course a Green Salad with...   Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette For dessert:   Gooey Yummy Chocolate Brownies (served warm), ...

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Filed Under: Mains Tagged With: menu, special occasion

Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu 2018

February 13, 2018 By Lisa

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Valentine's Day Dinner Menu 2018 Call me old-fashioned but I still think a homemade dinner is waaaaaaaay more romantic than a restaurant or take-out.  Don't be nervous if you're not 100% gifted in the kitchen because I have a no-fail, delicious and deliciously simple (healthy) menu for anyone and everyone :) To Start: Soy and Sesame Glazed ...

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New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu 2018

December 30, 2017 By Lisa

New Year's Eve Dinner Menu

New Year's Eve Dinner Menu 2018 As an hors hors d'oeuvres: Baked Brie To Start: Mussels Dijonnaise The Main Course: Roast Beef Roasted Potatoes with Mushroom Gravy Spicy Green Beans and a Green Salad with Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Happy New Year everyone; I hope 2018 brings health, joy and ...

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Perfect Roast Beef

December 17, 2017 By Lisa

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Perfect Roast Beef This is another recipe I shared when I first began blogging and I'm so proud of it :) This is the perfect time of year to prepare and serve a roast beef.  This is easy and it’s something that’s sure to impress.  This recipe is more about technique then an actual recipe.  Follow these guidelines and you’ll be fine, I ...

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Filed Under: Beef, Lisa G News, Mains Tagged With: Beef, Christmas, special occasion

A Perfect Mother’s Day Menu

May 11, 2017 By Lisa

A Perfect Mother's Day Menu To start: Baked Lobster Dip Followed by: Pasta with Cremini Mushrooms, Shrimp and Asparagus Served with: A green salad with Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette And for dessert??? Gooey Yummy Chocolate Brownies, topped with mom's fav ice cream, frozen yogurt or whipped cream :) ...

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Stress-Free Easter Dinner

April 15, 2017 By Lisa

Stress-Free Easter Dinner Instead of a weekly meal plan since we have an extra long weekend.  I wanted to share an Easter menu that can be on the table in 2 hours or less; thats right 2 hours or less! Start with the chicken, then move on to prepping the dip, then the potato salad and while the chicken is resting (after roasting), roast the ...

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Filed Under: Mains Tagged With: Easter, Meal Plan, menu, special occasion

Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu – 2

February 13, 2017 By Lisa Leave a Comment

Valentine's Day Dinner Menu - 2 Here we are, the night before Valentine's Day... don't panic!  Here is another completely delicious and impressive meal; my second menu in my two-part menu inspired by Valentine's Day.  Honestly, at this point in my life I get more annoyed with how much money Mike has to spend on roses that i actually prefer he ...

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Lasagna Rolls

March 25, 2016 By Lisa 1 Comment

Lasagna Rolls This is a sophisticated alternative to traditional lasagna.   I don’t want to say simpler because there are still many components to it but many can be done ahead of time. Also, allowing the sauce to cook as it bakes with the lasagna is a great time (and dish) saver! Might I suggest this as an option to your Easter table this ...

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Filed Under: Pasta, Vegetarian Tagged With: italian, pasta, special occasion

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