I’ve been on a bit of a detox since we got back from vacation. At least I’m trying. Let’s not talk about the copious amounts of alcohol, chips and dips…
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Meals for One Recipe Category
Cooking for one can be a challenge but this selection of tried and true recipes from BetsyLife.com will make even a single portion feel like a gourmet meal. No more cans of soup! Cooking for one can be a hearty salad, a baked mini casserole, and much more. This is the last recipe index you'll need if you're cooking for one.
Kimchi and Avocado Quesadillas
This probably sounds like a weird combination, but its actually truly delicious. Do you remember a while back when I made my own kimchi? Well The Hubs gobbled up that batch faster…
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Champagne Chicken Salad
This was the day last year where I received the unfortunate news that my Grandma had died. Her birthday. She would have been 100 years old today. She always said…
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Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
I did pretty good for my first installment of “cooking my pantry”. There is a whole lotta pantry items up in this business! These turned out great, although a little…
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Lobster rolls!!!!!!!
There is one thing I DO NOT eat and that is mayo (ok, and bananas). If its mixed into a dip or VERY well camouflaged I will have some, but…
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A little snack
Plums, cantaloupe, prosciutto and arugula on Wasa crackers spread with goat cheese. Oh yeah………
You can grill anything, even salad
Yesterday was the official first day of summer which called for some grillables! In the short history of betsylife, I’ve done a lot of grilling experimentation. I’ve made clams on…
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Fair Fare: Zucchini Weenies
Today marks the opening of the San Diego county fair. A nightmare for me since I have to drive into the “eye of the storm” to meet with a client,…
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Easter fun with eggs: Round one. Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs
A while ago I wrote about how I saw some amazing images of Martha Stewart’s easter eggs, and had decided to try to replicate them. Lo and behold this project…
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Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos
What do busy families need on chaotic mornings! Pre-made breakfast that doesn’t come from a bag or box! These Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos are protein-rich and filling to give you and your kids the best start to the day without lots of sugar!
You probably saw this one coming
Oh sweet chili dogs…….I can never decide between mustard and onions or cheese (never both!) Sometimes I make a half and half dog but tonight I just had one of…
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