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    MIXED GREENS SALAD TOPPED WITH PAN FRIED GOAT CHEESE

    This salad is a summer must try! It has all the flavors – sweet, salty, nutty, a little tartness from the apple. Topped with pan fried goat cheese. I mean, come on! Doesn’t get much better than that. Try it, you will LOVE it! INGREDIENTS SALAD 1-2 5.5 oz container of lettuce mix (I use a romaine lettuce blend) 2 carrots – shredded handful cherry tomatoes – quartered 1/2 sweet onion -thinly sliced 1 Granny Smith apple – thinly sliced Brianna’s blush wine vinaigrette  TOPPINGS   CANDIED WALNUTS 1 2.25 oz package of chopped walnuts 1 tbsp salted butter – melted 2 tsp granulated sugar sprinkle of cinnamon dash of…

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    MOM’S STUFFED CABBAGE CASSEROLE WITH WHITE SAUCE

    My mom’s stuffed cabbage casserole recipe is a family favorite! My mom took my grandma’s recipe & made it her own. It’s such a hearty meal & even tastes great the next day! It’s got a little bit of a twist on it with the creamy white sauce, but don’t knock it until you try it! The flavors are UNREAL. INGREDIENTS CASSEROLE 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed) 1 sweet onion – chopped 1 green pepper – chopped 1 tomato –  chopped 3 cups rice – cooked whole head of cabbage – cut up 1/2 cp parmesan 1/2 tsp fennel seeds – crushed salt & pepper to taste WHITE SAUCE…

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    MINI PHOTOSHOOT

    So a few weeks back, an old friend from elementary school reached out to me asking if Jeff & I would be interested in a photoshoot. We took her up on the offer & we’re so happy we did! Her name is Erin. She has been interested in doing photography for a while now & has finally began her journey! She has an Instagram page full of photos – her work is beautiful! She met up with us at Shiawassee Park in Farmington & was able to capture some really good pics! There’s quite a bit of greenery, some water & of course some flowers. We started in one area…

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    SHREDDED CHICKEN GYROS

    The SHREDDED CHICKEN GYROS have become a staple in our household. This recipe is relatively simple & SO flavorful. It’s perfect for a summer day, especially if you’re craving something light & healthy! Enjoy! INGREDIENTS MARINADE 1 lb chicken breasts 3 tbsp greek yogurt 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil 3 cloves garlic – minced 2 tbsp dried oregano 1 tsp salt pepper to taste TZATZIKI  1 1/4 cp greek yogurt 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp olive oil 1 English cucumber – grated & drained 1 garlic clove – minced salt & pepper to taste 1 tbsp honey TOMATO & CUCUMBER SALAD…

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    HEARTY BOLOGNESE SAUCE

    This bolognese sauce is quick, easy & delicious. It takes less than an hour to make & is full of flavor! You can serve it with garlic bread for a cozy night in Fall or lighten it up in the Summer with a fresh tossed salad. Hope you enjoy this Hearty Bolognese Sauce! INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground beef 2 tbsp olive oil 1 yellow onion – chopped 2 carrots – chopped 3 celery stalks – chopped 3 garlic cloves – smashed 6 oz can tomato paste 12 oz marinara 12 oz water 3/4 cp milk 3/4 cp grated parmesan (fresh or store bought) 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp dried basil …