Monthly Archives: July 2009

Whole Wheat Rigatoni with Sauteed Kale

When life hands you kale?  Make pasta, of course! Last week we got our first CSA share. In it, there was a big bunch of kale. I tend to keep away from greens at the grocery store – kale, swiss chard,  bok choy, etc.  I never really knew what to do with them… and it’s not…

Penny Pinching Berry Rhubarb Cobbler

When I started the Penny Pinching Pantry Raid challenge, I decided that I would not be counting the food I prepared for previously planned events as a part of the challenge.  The two picnics I attended yesterday for the 4th of July fell into that category. Since I needed to make four dozen cupcakes, I decided…

Happy 4th of July!

It seems that whenever I ask what I can bring to a picnic or gathering, I am usually asked to bake something.  Before I really started cooking, I got into baking and cake decorating.  So, I have pretty much become of the official dessert-maker in the family.  This year, my husband and I are going…

Friday Favorites – Episode 16

Friday is just about over, and I am just starting my Friday Favorites post.  So, I will be brief!  This week’s Friday Favorites are my favorite dessert posts from he week that I think would be great for 4th of July celebrations!  I did quite a bit of baking today, and will be posting my…

Peanut Chicken Pasta Salad

I mentioned in my kick-off post for the Penny Pinching Pantry Raid Challenge that I had some leftover Peanut Chicken Pasta Salad in my fridge.  Well, here is the recipe! This recipe was inspired by (and includes) Alice’s Quick and Easy Thai Peanut Vinaigrette on Savory Sweet Life. I am a huge fan of peanut sauce,…

Busy Day Chicken

It seems that ever since I got home from vacation, I have been running around frantically, unable to get caught up. I’ve been busy with work and busy at home. As a result, I haven’t had a lot of time (at least, not as much as I would like) to spend in the kitchen.  On Monday, I…