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Hyaku Yonjo Waterfall, Ishikawa, Japan



Wajima, Ishikawa, Japan #CMGlobetrotters


Brugge Belgium



Vertical Pear Salad



Brugge, Belgium


Brugge



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dez Open-Faced Egg Sandwich. Yum.



chicken enchilada



Probably my most FAV breakfast next to oatmeal! Open-faced sandwich...totally Polish! 



 Digest Baked Polenta with Mushrooms, Bacon and Swiss Chard



Skinny Peppermint Mocha



Arugula and Pear Salad



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Dessert Quesadillas Recipe By Picture Dessert Quesadillas



Open faced Caprese sandwich




Switzerland



Switzerland!






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fennel, pear & cranberry salad.



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Amalfi Coast






Black Bean Soup with Lime Marinaded Shrimp

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Amalfi Coast



Amalfi Coast



Brugge, Belgium,, tres beau y pays du bon chocolat ,,,,,,,,,,**+



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Brugge-BEAUTIFUL Brugge



Brugge, Bélgica



illuminated canal, Brugge, Belgium



White Mockingbird



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Grilled Eggplant Naan Wraps with Tahini-Yogurt Dressing Recipe by sunset.comvia myrecipes: You may want to make extra, because leftovers


Summer treat to try



This is a recipe you will want to make. VELVEETA POTATO BITES. It uses SHAKE n BAKE EXTRA CRISPY SEASONED MIX and TACO BELL SALSA for dipping!



cool summer treat



A must try for Summer



The perfect baked potato. How to make... -rinse and scrub potatoes -cut into thin slices (not all the way through), use a spoon or knife beside potato to keep you from cutting all the way through -put inbaking dish and fan out slices -sprinkle with salt and drizzle with butter, sprinkle with herbs -bake at 425 for about 50 minutes -remove from oven and sprinkle with cheeses (whatever you want) -bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese are melted and potatoes are soft inside by christy1

Sweet Potato, Zucchini, Summer Squash Casserole: slice all veggies approx same size alternate slices in baking dish drizzle with olive oil minced garlic & onion, s, thyme, bake at 425 for 20 min, top with vegan diaya cheese then bake another 15 min



BUBBLE PIZZA Preheat oven to 400°. Cut each biscuit into quarters. Place the biscuit pieces in a greased 8 x 8 glass baking dish. Top with sauce and pepperoni, sausage, etc. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Remove from oven & sprinkle mozzarella & parmesan cheese on top. Bake for an additional 5 minutes. Sprinkle with oregano and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.



cut a zucchini in half lengthwise & trim a little off the bottom so it will sit still in a baking dish* Scoop out the center where the seeds are* Brush the surface w/ a mixture of crushed garlic, olive oil, salt & pepper* Arrange halved grape tomatoes into the grooves, sprinkle with bread crumbs and bake in a 350 oven for about 30 min* Remove and place diced fontina or mozzarella in between the tomatoes, place them under the broiler til golden/bubbling* remove & drizzle w/ olive oil & parmesan


Cheesy Potato Wedges... 4-6 Potatoes 1/4 c. Olive Oil Sea Salt, Pepper, your favorite Seasoning Salt 1 c. Sour Cream 1/2 c. Ranch Dressing  1/4 c. Milk 1 c. shredded Cheddar 1/2 c. shredded Mozzarella 1/2 c. Real Bacon Bits 1/4 c. Green Onions Cut potatoes into "steak fries". Place on foiled baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Lightly toss with tongs. Sprinkle seasonings over the potatoes. Bake 400* for 40 min til fork tender.


Zucchini Chips - 0 weight watcher points. Yum! Bake at 425 for 15 min. Dip in salsa. Baked Zucchini Chips - Thinly slice zuchini, spread onto baking sheet, brush with olive oil, sprinkle sea salt. - try them out!



 Zero points: Cauliflower popcorn (Break a head of cauliflower into popcornlike, bite-size florets, then spread them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spray the cauliflower lightly with butter-flavor cooking spray, then sprinkle lightly with turmeric, freshly ground pepper, and sea salt. Bake 20 to 30 minutes at 425 degrees F or until the cauliflower is slightly browned.) (1 cup = 29 cal., 5 g carb., 0 g fat, 2 g pro.)



Cheesy Potato Wedges... 4-6 Potatoes 1/4 c. Olive Oil Sea Salt, Pepper, your favorite Seasoning Salt 1 c. Sour Cream 1/2 c. Ranch Dressing  1/4 c. Milk 1 c. shredded Cheddar 1/2 c. shredded Mozzarella 1/2 c. Real Bacon Bits 1/4 c. Green Onions Cut potatoes into "steak fries". Place on foiled baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Lightly toss with tongs. Sprinkle seasonings over the potatoes. Bake 400* for 40 min til fork tender.



Grilled Vegetables in Foil Packets


Parmesan baked tomatoes. Yum! On baking sheet place 2 sliced medium tomatoes, 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, fresh oregano, salt, pepper, Drizzle olive oil over top. Bake 450 F for 10 to 15 min. @ Delicious Recipes



Sliced baked potatoes: thinly slice almost all the way through. drizzle with butter, olive oil, salt and pepper. bake at 425 for about 40 min. OMG!



Roasted Asparagus: 2 bunches asparagus (about 2 lbs.) 2 tea. olive oil 1/4 tea. salt 1/8 tea. freshly ground black pepper 1/3 c. packed freshly shredded parmesan cheese 2 tea. fresh lemon juice. *Preheat oven to 475°. Hold the end of an asparagus stalk and bend until it snaps off. Repeat with remaining stalks & discard woody ends. Toss asparagus with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, & toss well. Arrange asparagus in an even layer in a shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice.



_Monroe_Wanna_Bemarinated thinly sliced zucchini in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper.



torr Easy Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Parmesan and Basil Filling 4 skinless chicken breasts (10-12 ounces each) 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1 cup) 2 ounces cream cheese, softened (about 1/4 cup) 1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves 1 small clove garlic 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil



vmooneyham.5 Red snapper with asparagus, cherry tomatoes, onion, lemon, olive oil, crushed red pepper, basil,oregano, salt, pepper. Baked in Le Creuset



obbe Greek Marinated Chicken ~ 1 cup plain yogurt 2 Tbsp olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced ½ Tbsp dried oregano 1 medium lemon zest juice from 1/2 lemon ½ tsp salt freshly cracked pepper ¼ bunch fresh parsley 3½ to 4 lbs chicken pieces ~ Combine marinade. Place pieces in marinade in gallon ziplock. Bak'

pumphrey 2 cups cooked quinoa 2/3 cup grated fontina cheese 3 tablespoons all purpose flour 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil salt to taste

pumphrey 2 cups cooked quinoa 2/3 cup grated fontina cheese 3 tablespoons all purpose flour 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil salt to taste



Oven Baked Tacos! Brown your ground beef and drain completely - then add refried beans, taco seasoning and about half a can of tomato sauce. Mix together and scoop into taco shells, (stand them up in a casserole dish). Sprinkle the cheese on top and bake at 375 for 10 minutes!!!!!!



Made these last year, they are awesome. Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone baking sheet. Place Hershey Kiss on pretzel on baking sheet. Heat 4-5 minutes (Kiss will still hold shape, it should not melt). Remove from oven and top with MMs Refrigerate until set, about 5 minutes. Store in airtight container





tureck Crab-Filled Crescent Wontons 1-8 oz. tube crescent roll dough 3 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup mayonnaise 3/4 cup cooked crabmeat, chopped 2 green onions, chopped 1/8- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper salt and pepper, to taste Heat oven to 375°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows to make 24 squares. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown..


ortilla Pinwheel Appetizers 10 large flour tortillas 1 cup chopped veggies – I like using red and green peppers, red onion, and celery. 1.5 blocks cream cheese, softened 1 package dry ranch dressing mix 1/4 cup salsa 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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Appetizers: Crescent Bacon Cheddar Pinwheels 1can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations® refrigerated seamless dough sheet 4 - 6slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled ½cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz) ¼cup chopped green onions (4 medium).



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Creamy Ravioli with Yellow and Green Zucchini: using ravioli of choice 16 oz , reserve cooking water, heat 1T olive oil in lg skillet over med heat add 3 zucchini thin sliced, season with salt +pepper cook until squash begins to soften (4-5 min) add 1 c cream add 1T lemon zest cook another 1-2 min add ravioli 1/2 c parmesan cheese and 1/4 c reserved cooking water, toss together and serve



ell Spinach Burgers Makes about 4 1 bag of thawed and well drained chopped spinach 2 egg whites 1 whole egg 1/4 c diced onion 1/2 c shredded cheese 1/2 c bread crumbs 1 tsp red pepper flakes 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp garlic powder Mix well in a bowl Now, form into burger-sized patties. (or you can do spinach balls) Heat a non stick skillet over med-high. Spray with a bit of cooking spray. Cook about 5-6 minutes. Serve on your choice of bread product, or eat them “naked”.



1 package (16 oz.) bowtie pasta 1/2 cup butter 1 cup whipping cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1 packet Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix *Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pot. Add butter and mix until butter is melted. Add cream and Parmesan and mix well. Add seasoning and mix again. Serve right away while it's creamy and hot.




m Cheesy grilled potatoes Ingredients 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 medium onion, chopped 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon minced chives 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese








Balsamic Grilled Vegetables







Balsamic Root Vegetables



 pasta salad with grilled summer vegetables and fresh mozzarella



Boil potatoes for about 20 min until fork tender. Drain. Coat a rimmed cookie sheet well with olive oil. Place potatoes on cookie sheet and press with the bottom of a glass. Drizzle with more evoo and salt and pepper to taste. Bake at 425 for 20- 30 minutes until slightly golden.



Zucchini Chips...trick: press between paper towels before baking to remove excess moisture. slice on a mandolin, brush with olive oil, lightly season, bake 2 hours at 225 on sheet lined with parchment paper. Yum!







Parmesan Toasts with Asparagus, Prosciutto & Eggs: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 8 asparagus spears, ends trimmed 1 fresh rosemary sprig, about 3 in. long 2 slices crusty bread such as ciabatta, sliced 1 in. thick 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 2 large eggs 4 thin slices (2 oz.) prosciutto 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper [Directions below]


 Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado and Goat Cheese: 8 cups chopped spinach (1 bag), 1 cup halved cherry or pear tomatoes, 1/2 cup corn (frozen, canned, or cut off the cob), 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken, 1 large avocado (sliced), 1/3 cup crumbled goat or feta cheese, 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts, DRESSING: 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.


Thai Tofu Lettuce Wraps 1 small Thai pepper, minced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 Tbsp. olive oil 3 Tbsp. soy sauce 1/4 cup water Juice of 1 lime (plus more for garnish) 1 Tbsp. arrowroot powder or cornstarch 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 16-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1 Tbsp. basil, finely chopped (plus more for garnish) 8 iceberg lettuce leaves


A summer salad of cherry tomatoes, orzo pasta, cucumbers, feta cheese, oregano and green onions, dressed with olive oil and lemon

A summer salad of cherry tomatoes, orzo pasta, cucumbers, feta cheese, oregano and green onions, dressed with olive oil and lemon



for summer when I have too many tomatoes! Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Parmesan Cheese




8 Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons Butter 1 whole Medium Onion, Finely Diced 4 cloves Garlic, Minced 2 cans (15 Ounce Each) Tomato Sauce Or Marinara Sauce Salt And Pepper, to taste Dash Of Sugar (more To Taste) 1 cup Heavy Cream Grated Parmesan Or Romano Cheese, To Taste Fresh Basil, Chopped 1-1/2 pound Fettuccine



Creamy Garlic Shells. 8oz mini shells pasta 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 Tablespoon butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 Tablespoons flour 3/4 cup chicken broth 3/4 cup milk (I used skim) salt & pepper 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (not garlic salt) 2 teaspoons parsley flakes



Italian Wonderpot: 4 cups vegetable broth 2 Tbsp olive oil 12 oz. fettuccine 8 oz. frozen chopped spinach 1 (28 oz.) can diced tomatoes 1 medium onion 4 cloves garlic ½ Tbsp dried basil ½ Tbsp driedoregano ¼ tsp red pepper flakes freshly cracked pepper to taste 2 oz. feta cheese -

Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread Recipe - Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 1/4 cup canola oil 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon GLAZE: 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons milk

Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread Recipe - Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 1/4 cup canola oil 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon GLAZE: 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons milk



mccarter.37 Chicken Francese - Lightened Up 4 large (32 oz) chicken breast halves, thinly sliced in 3 (12 cutlets total) 1/4 cup unbleached flour* 1/2 cup egg whites, beaten 1 large lemon, juice of (about 3 tbsp) or more, to taste 1/2 lemon sliced thin 1/3 cup white wine 15 oz low sodium chicken broth salt and fresh pepper, to taste 3 tbsp fresh chopped parsley 1 tbsp



Pumpkin Pancake Recipe 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup ground chia seeds (can use flax meal) 1 tablespoon of sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg pinch of ground cloves 1 cup 2 percent milk 6 tablespoons canned pumpkin puree 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 egg



Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread Recipe - Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 1/4 cup canola oil 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon GLAZE: 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons milk



Roasted BrusselsSprouts with Bacon

gatigger Spinach & Artichoke Wonderpot (another one pot wonder recipe) Ingredients 8 oz. mushrooms 1 (14 oz.) can artichoke hearts 4 cloves garlic 1 medium yellow onion 5 cups vegetable broth 2 Tbsp olive oil 12 oz. fettuccine 1 tsp driedoregano ½ tsp dried thyme freshly cracked pepper (15-20 cranks) 4 oz. frozen cut spinach

 Kobalt Dark Blue Lace Crochet Fingerless Gloves by AllSoCute

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Fingerless Gloves Wrist warmer Winter gloves holiday by AllSoCute

Lace CrochetFingerless Gloves Crochetmittens by AllSoCute





ptorr White Queso Dip (no Velveeta) 16 ouncescream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sour cream 2 cups grated Jack cheese 2 cups grated Parmesan 1 can Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles, drained 1/2 teaspoon salt Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well to combine. Spread into an 8x8 baking dish and bake for 20 minutes @425 - or until hot and bubbly.

1 roll Pillsbury Pizza Crust 3/4 cup buffalo wing sauce 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 1 cup each grated cheddar, mozzarella cheese 2 green onions Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Form pizza dough into a 10x15 rectangle, then bake for 8 minutes. Heat sauce and chicken together in sauce pan for 3-5 minutes over medium heat. Spread chicken on crust, top with cheeses and half green onions. Bake pizza 6 to 10 minutes until cheese has melted. Scatter remaining sliced green onions on top. Enjoy

1 roll Pillsbury Pizza Crust 3/4 cup buffalo wing sauce 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 1 cup each grated cheddar, mozzarella cheese 2 green onions Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Form pizza dough into a 10x15 rectangle, then bake for 8 minutes. Heat sauce and chicken together in sauce pan for 3-5 minutes over medium heat. Spread chicken on crust, top with cheeses and half green onions. Bake pizza 6 to 10 minutes until cheese has melted. Scatter remaining sliced green onions on top. Enjoy

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DIY Rose ice cubes.






Late Summer Treat: Chilled Milk with Chai Tea Ice Cubes



Coffee ice cubes! No more watered down coffee, or great to throw in the blender!



coffee ice cubes, good idea!





Bacino Ice cubes




Ultimate Iced Coffee (with coffee ice cubes. brilliant.)



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ice cubes



Milk with chocolate ice cubes



Snail parkour



omez Christmas morning!!! Champagne Ice Cubes for Orange Juice! Genius!



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Coffee Ice Cubes for iced coffee.



Coffee ice cubes so your iced coffee doesn't become watered down.



coffee ice cubes and milk


DIY Homemade Summer Smoothie Ice Cubes Recipe




s Large Ice cubes for pitchers


 Summer Ice Cubes



Shave ice... best summer treat









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Colored ice cubes





.. Summer Ice Cubes!

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