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are left over from the ones I made for Christmas gifts)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-11-anchovie.jpgCaesar 11 anchovieAt this point, in our home it's time to open up a can of anchovies...'cause Mark loves 'em!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-10-whisk.jpgCaesar 10 whiskBlend in your Romano Cheesehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-9-olive-oil.jpgCaesar 9 Olive OilCrack the coddled egg into the bowl and whisk. Stream in the Olive oil and continue to whisk until emulsifiedhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-8-coddled-egg.jpgCaesar 8 Coddled eggLet your egg come to room temp, then pour boiling water over it and let steep exactly one minute for a perfect coddled egg.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-7-lemon.jpgCaesar 7 lemonLemon juicehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-6-pepper.jpgCaesar 6 pepperSalt and pepperhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/caesar-5-worcester.jpgCaesar 5 WorcesterNext up, everyone's favorite Worcestershire Sauce2013-08-20T19:43:58+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2013/06/28/spring-travels-part-one/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/dallas-car-show.jpgDallas car showParking Lot Car Showhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/depository-building.jpgdepository buildingDepository Building, Dallas TX2013-06-28T17:00:34+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2013/01/27/thanks-i-had-a-wonderful-christmas/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/dont-look-back.jpgdon't look back2013-01-27T21:02:11+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/03/26/sailing-into-marriage-a-nautical-themed-bridal-shower/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/making-seaglass.jpgmaking seaglassmaking "sea glass"https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/036.jpg036My happy sister, Jill. https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/033.jpgseaside champagne punchSeaside Champagne Punchhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/032.jpgjacqui at tableReady to gohttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/031.jpgsandwicheshttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/030.jpgmore detailshttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/029.jpgfish bottlehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/028.jpglighthouselighthouse tea lighthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/027.jpgmessage in a bottlemessage in a bottlehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/026.jpgcupcakessand and seaglass2014-07-11T13:01:41+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/02/14/a-little-love/2012-02-14T17:02:18+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/02/12/sunday-gravy-with-meatballs-and-sausage/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/016.jpg016https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0151.jpgdoneHere's the finished dish, delicious! And...my husband loves me :)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0141.jpgsauce readyOK, the sauce is ready. I remove the meats and dump in the pasta, add a little past water and I'm ready to serve.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0131.jpgwide noodlesI decide to make nice, wide spaghetti noodles. Here they are hanging out, ready to be added to boiling water.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0121.jpgpasta doughOK, here's some pasta dough ready to be made into spaghetti.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0111.jpgpork ribNice pork rib to flavor the saucehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0101.jpgadd meatballsBring to a boil, then add the meatballs and sausage.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0091.jpgadd crushed tomatoesAfter a couple of minutes of cooking off the wine, add a can of crushed San Marzano tomatoes.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0081.jpgdeglazeAdd minced garlic and shallots and saute for a minute, deglaze the pan with white wine.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0071.jpg0072012-02-24T17:32:02+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/02/08/wednesday-musings/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/scale_cry1.jpgscale_cry12012-02-09T04:46:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/02/04/game-day-salsa/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/0301.jpg030https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/031.jpgorganic olive oil pamOrganic Olive Oil Pamhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/030.jpgdoneReady for eating! Get out your tortilla chips and enjoy.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/029.jpglimeAdd the juice of one large lime and 2 tsp of salt, stir. Refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight to let the flavors meld together.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/028.jpgchopped cilantroAdd the chopped cilantro.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/027.jpgfresh tomatoChop up a fresh tomato to add to the processed mixture to bulk up the salsa.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/026.jpgprocessStart by adding the peppers, peeled garlic and onion to the processor and pulse lightly. Next add the tomatoes and pulse once or twice. Pour into a bowl.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/025.jpgadd tomatoesReady for the food processor.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/024.jpggrill panFirst, take te peppers, garlic (in their skins) and onion and grill them until lightly charred.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/023.jpgrough chopDo a rough chop to prepare for the grill pan.2012-02-05T02:07:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/02/03/when-dinner-is-just-salad/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/015.jpgdinner is servedYup, just me and my ipad...and my delicious, filling 9 point dinner salad. Tomorrow's my weigh in! Wish me luck :)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/014.jpgadd dressingPour over the "dressing" olive oil, parsley, pepper, lemon mixture and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasonings.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/013.jpgtomato potato and artichokeToss together the tomato, beans and potato. I also added some left over quartered artichokes I needed up use up.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/012.jpgparsleyAdd the chopped parsley, stir it all up and just let in sit and marinate for a while.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/011.jpgsea saltAdd some sea salt and ground pepper and mix well with a small whiskhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/010.jpgshallot lemon olive oilAdd 3 teaspoons of Olive oil to a bowl, add chopped shallot and sliced peppers, then squeeze in the juice of 1 small lemon. https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/009.jpgpotatoCut the potato in half and leave the skin on. Bring salted water to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and let potato cook for about 20 minutes.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/008.jpgingredientsStart with 1 medium potato, 1 beautiful red tomato, a small shallot or other mild onion, 1 lemon (mine is a Myer Lemon which is in season here in Florida)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/007.jpgcookbookWhite Bean and Tomato Salad 9 Weight Watchers Points Plus2012-02-04T02:05:40+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/02/02/up-up-away-the-fifth-dimension/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/marilynmcoo.pngmarilynmcooMarilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr2012-02-02T15:08:17+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/25/presenting-amazing-pasta-free-veggie-lasagna/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0131.jpgdoneBest 5 points plus EVER. Enjoy!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0121.jpgzucchini and repeatRepeat the layering, this time starting with the zucchini, then the sauce, ricotta mixture, Parmesan and last the mozzarella.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0111.jpgricotta and mozzarellaAdd 1/2 the ricotta mixture and sprinkle one cup of part skim mozzarella on top covering evenly.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0101.jpgmore sauceAdd another thin layer of sauce.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0091.jpglayer eggplantThe next layer is the eggplant. Use it all, overlapping if necessary.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0081.jpgsauce firstAdd a thin layer of marinara sauce (canned is fine- I use Hunt's) to the bottom.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0071.jpgready for assemblyOK, now we're ready for the assembly. Lower your oven to 350.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0061.jpgsliced zuchinniDo the same thing with the zucchini. Pop into the oven and roast for 8 minutes or so. Turn the veggies over, spray with Pam and roast for another 8 minutes.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0051.jpgadd egg and parmAdd 1 egg and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Mix well.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0041.jpgricottaAdd a container of part skim ricotta to a bowl.2012-01-25T18:25:08+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/24/fennel-mushroom-salad-try-it-youll-like-it/2012-01-24T13:38:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/22/low-point-cucumber-and-yogurt-soup-fired-or-iced/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/022.jpgportionsFor me, it's all about bringing it to work so I can stay on my Weight Watchers plan.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/021.jpgseasonadd salt to taste plus a big pinch of dillhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/020.jpgblendedLet 'er rip until all the cucumber, garlic & shallots are pulverized.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/019.jpgimmersion blenderGet out your immersion blenderhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/018.jpgyogurtGet your yogurt ready. Let the mixture cool a little before adding the yogurthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/017.jpgadd yogurtAdd your one and 1/2 cups of plain, non-fat yogurthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/016.jpgcucumber mushroom saladSlice a fennel, cutting away the core. Thinly slice a couple of mushrooms. Chop up 1/8 of a cup of Italian parsley. Mix in a bowl. Toss with the juice of a small lemon and 3 teaspoons of Olive Oil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and a good shake of paprika. Mix, taste & adjust seasonings.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/015.jpgboilBring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 20-25 minuteshttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/0141.jpg014https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/014.jpgadd chicken stockSaute cucumbers until nice and soft, add 1 oz of white wine. Raise heat, let mixture cook for 5 minutes, then add the chicken stock.2012-01-24T13:35:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/21/can-i-get-a-drum-roll-please/2012-01-22T01:00:09+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/19/singing-burns-calories-who-knew/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/healthy-food.jpghealthy-food2012-01-21T14:02:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/18/jacqui-visits-the-gym/2012-01-18T12:35:43+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/12/27-points-plus/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/thursmenu1.jpgthursmenuhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/thursmenu.jpgthursmenu2012-01-12T14:19:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/11/ready-for-health/2012-01-11T20:42:43+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2012/01/09/a-slice-of-life-2011/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/hogwarts-orlando.jpghogwarts orlandoHogwarts and Harry Potter at Universal in Orlandohttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/robert-klein-at-the-clubhouse.jpgrobert klein at the clubhouseRobert Klein performing at the Clubhousehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/top-of-the-ferris-wheel-s-fl-fair.jpgTop of the Ferris Wheel, South FL FairTop of the Ferris Wheel, South FL Fairhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/roadtrip.jpgRoadtrip!Girl's Road triphttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mothers-day.jpgMother's dayMother's Day with my Mom at Brios'shttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/reunion.jpgreunionStill on the Roadtrip, I met up with dear childhood friends I hadn't seen in 35 years!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/lacey-decorating-jilladam-cake.jpgLacey decorating Jilladam cakeLacey decorating Jill & Adam's Wedding Cakehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/lacey21.jpgLacey21Lacey turns 21https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/hhh-2011.jpghhh 2011Haunted Halls of Horrohttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/christmastea.jpgchristmasteaA cup of Kindness, dear. Farewell 20112012-01-10T14:07:36+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/11/24/grateful/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/0021.jpg002https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/002.jpgHappy Thanksgiving2011-11-24T14:07:06+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/11/21/sunday-dinner-eggplant-parm/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/028.jpgfiniYUM. Kiss your family and Happy Sunday!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/027.jpgready for the ovenHere's it is, ready for the oven.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/026.jpg026https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/025.jpgbreadingSet up 3 bowls, the first with 1/2 cup of flour seasoned with salt & pepper, second with 4 eggs, & 3 tbs half n half, salt & pepper whisked together and the with 2 cups of seasoned breadcrumbs and the third https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/024.jpgsliced eggplantAfter the eggplant sits for the hour, lightly rinse under water and pat dry with a dishtowel. Return the eggplant to the sheet pan.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/023.jpgeggplanthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/022.jpgsimmer tomtoesLet the tomatoes simmer until the tomatoes break down and the ingredients meld together, about 30 to 45 minutes,https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/021.jpg021https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/020.jpgadd tomatoesafter about 7-10 minutes, when the onions are translucent add 3 26oz cans of diced plum tomatoes.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/019.jpgonions in panWhen the olive oil is hot, add the onions, shallots and garlic along with 2 tsp salt and hot pepper (to taste).2011-11-21T13:03:58+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/10/27/list-for-a-late-october-thursday/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/halloween-list.pnghalloween list2011-10-27T11:37:38+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/10/26/crazy-busy-social-director/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/050.jpgLet the mixture cool and pour contents into a glass jar. Keep in fridge for quick access. Enjoy!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/049.jpgGJust take a clove of garlic, a dried chili pepper, salt, pepper and a few springs thyme. Add 1/2 cup Olive Oil and cook over low heat until garlic is soft.2011-10-26T11:32:44+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/28/a-little-chicken-piccata/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/chicken-piccata.jpgchicken piccatahttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0113.jpgfiniTake the chicken out and place in serving dish. Add a little more butter to the sauce, adjust seasoning and pour over the chicken. Sprinkle some parsley on top to complete.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0103.jpgadd the chickenAdd the chicken to the sauce in the pan, and simmer for 5 minutes.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0093.jpgdump in capersdump in the capers and bring to a light boil.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0083.jpgadd lemonScrae up all the browned bits from the bottom and then add the juice of one plump, juicy lemon.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0073.jpgdeglaze panadd 1/2 cup of white wine (whatever you're drinking) and 1/2 cup chicken stock to deglaze the pan.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0063.jpggolden chickenSaute in 2 batches adding a little more butter and Olive Oil for each batchhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0053.jpgsaute in batchesSaute the chicken in batches, about 3 minutes each side until goldenhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0043.jpgplace in panOnce the butter is melted and the oil is hot, place the chicken pieces to saute in the pan. https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0033.jpgolive oil & butterheat about 3 tbs butter and 2 tbs of olive oil in a pan over medium heat2011-09-28T00:22:55+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/05/12/6/2011-09-26T01:33:23+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/25/end-of-summer-start-of-diet-veggie-soup/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/veggie-soup-recipe-card.jpgveggie soup recipe cardhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0032.jpg003https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0022.jpgfirst in potFirst in the pot: chopped turnips, celery, carrots and leekshttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0012.jpgleeksSlice leaks and give them a bath in water to release their dirt.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0122.jpg012https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0112.jpgbeans and pastaAdd the beans & pastahttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0102.jpgcabbage mushroom zucchinichopped cabbage, mushrooms and zucchini- into the pothttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0092.jpgchicken brothAdd chicken broth to the softened veggie mixture first.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0082.jpgtomatoesNext up, fire roasted tomatoes. These have garlic in them as well. You can use any canned or chopped fresh tomatoes. Be sure to include the juice.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0072.jpgPasta2011-09-26T02:43:06+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/24/saturday-list/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/satlist1.jpgsatlisthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/satlist.jpgsatlisthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0152.jpg0152011-09-24T15:40:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/21/list/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0021.jpgsandwichGrilled tilapia on a hard roll with Guacamole, tomatoes & red peppers. Side of grilled cabbage with butter, salt & pepper.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0011.jpg001https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/wed-list.jpgwed list2011-09-21T23:31:24+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/18/my-mamas-makin-chili/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/039.jpg039https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/038.jpg038https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/037.jpg037https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/036.jpg036https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/035.jpganticiption"Happy Family" Don't worry, we saved some for Mark who was working latehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/034.jpgservingA delicious bowl of chili...not too greasy, full of flavor and really easy to make...served with a dollop of sour cream, tortilla chips and cheddar cheese sprinkled on top.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/033.jpgmixingmix everything together, taste and adjust spices, then let it simmer for 30 minutes on the stove while everythings melds togetherhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/032.jpgadd kidney beansand the kidney beans...https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/031.jpg031https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/030.jpgadding tomato sauceMom adds the tomato sauce2011-09-23T00:54:23+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/06/chicken-in-white-wine-sauce-with-potatoes/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/023.jpgLaceyLacey approves :) Enjoy!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/022.jpgplatingA nice dinner for a Monday Night...https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/021.jpg021https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/020.jpgfinishedFini!https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0191.jpgpour wine sauceRemove the wine sauce from the heat and pour over the chicken and potatoes. Sprinkle the parsley on top and we're all set. https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0181.jpg018https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0171.jpg017https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0161.jpgadd chicken brothadd the chicken broth and bring to a simmer https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0151.jpg015https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/0141.jpgadd wineRaise the heat a bit and pour in the wine2011-09-14T09:40:58+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/04/29/hello-world/2011-09-05T12:17:34+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/05/17/wanting-my-life-back-the-quest-for-strength/2011-09-05T12:16:23+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/05/18/that-special-piece-of-paper/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/on-the-mend2.jpgon the mendhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/on-the-mend1.jpgon the mendhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/on-the-mend.jpgOn the MendOn the mend2011-09-05T12:14:44+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/05/20/tomorrow-is-the-day/2011-09-05T12:13:36+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/08/09/trying-new-things/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/braiser1.jpgbraiserMy new kitchen Inspirationhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/braiser.jpgnew braiser2011-09-05T12:12:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/08/28/start-of-a-new-season/2011-09-05T12:11:41+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/09/19/a-simple-authentic-pasta-dish/2011-09-05T12:10:21+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/09/20/1-point-soup-for-weightwatchers/2011-09-05T12:09:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/09/22/funny-name-but-delicious-to-eat-baba-ganouj/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/baba-ganouj.jpgbaba ganouj2011-09-05T12:08:32+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/09/24/an-experiment-in-using-up-food-you-already-have/2011-09-05T12:07:39+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/09/28/the-last-20/2011-09-05T12:06:58+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/10/02/walnut-honey-butter/2011-09-05T12:06:01+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/10/10/cheddar-ale-soup-for-bruces-birthday/2011-09-05T12:05:20+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/11/04/easiest-crockpot-recipes/2011-09-05T12:04:00+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/11/28/turkey-soup/2011-09-05T12:03:05+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/12/05/candy-cane-martini/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/h_r_b_candycanemartini.jpgH_R_B_CandyCaneMartini2011-09-05T12:02:12+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2010/01/31/family-cookbook/2011-09-05T12:01:24+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2010/04/06/jumping-into-organic-with-both-feet/2011-09-05T12:00:30+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2010/06/22/baking-bread-and-other-cozy-things/2011-09-05T11:59:23+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2010/06/30/july-4th-and-the-masses-will-be-arriving-around-2pm/2011-09-05T11:58:43+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2010/12/05/grilled-cabbage-on-the-bbq-not-for-the-faint-hearted/2011-09-05T11:57:54+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/07/15/in-love-with-the-pa-amish-country/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/good-and-plenty-e1310694624264.jpgGood and Plentyhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/cornfields.jpgcornfieldshttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/breakfast-and-kindle-e1310694450895.jpgbreakfast and kindlehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/treehouse.jpgtreehousehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/path.jpgPathhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/girls-orchard-inn-e1310694208936.jpgNoelle and Laceyhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/orchard-inn-view.jpgOrchard Inn View2011-09-05T11:56:59+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/07/18/its-been-a-long-long-time/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/waterbury-ave-reunion.jpgwaterbury ave reunionWaterbury Avenue Reunion2011-09-05T11:56:01+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2009/05/16/tabouli/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tabouli2.jpgTaboulihttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tabouli.jpgTabouli2011-09-03T21:20:20+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/09/03/friday-night-dinner-and-calming-of-the-nerves/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/019.jpg019At the end, I finished off the rest of the fennel salad while Mark did the dishes. (love my hubby!)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/018.jpgfinished packetHere's the finished packet torn open to revel the lovely fish and veggie mixture.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/017.jpg017https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/016.jpgtossed with olive oil & lemonAdd it to the bowl (notice I re-used the pretty bowl again. I just added it to the existing remains of the veggies). Then toss together.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/015.jpgsliced fennelSlice up your fennel lengthwise. You can chop out the core as you go.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/014.jpgpeeled fennelUse your peeler to take off some of that tough outer skin.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/013.jpglemon and olive oilI need a side dish now. I decide to make a fennel salad. First, squeeze half a lemon and add to a dash of olive oil. Whisk together with some salt & pepper.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/012.jpg3 in a rowHere are my little packets...3 in a row 'cause there's 3 of us. All tucked in a ready to be popped in the oven.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/011.jpgtilapia in paperQuickly roll up the parchment paper like this to seal in the wine & veggies.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/010.jpgfish in paperTake a piece of parchment paper and fold it in half, add the fish and a scoop of the veggies on top. Add a pat of butter.2011-09-23T11:23:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/27/my-pasta-collection/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/019.jpgTomato & Vegetable soup with turkey bacon & mini farfalleWell, got to go- my soup is ready! Piping hot tomato & vegetable soup with turkey bacon & mini farfalle...pass the parm!.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/018.jpggourmet pasta...and a little bit of a gourmet touch.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/017.jpgLinguineOne of my all time favorites.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/016.jpgbasicsOf course, I do keep the basics on hand at all times.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0151.jpgwhole wheat fusilliNo Italian kitchen is complete without curly Fusilli.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0141.jpgfusilliHere's another whole wheat pasta.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0132.jpgMostaccioli RigatiPresenting....Mostaccioli Rigati (whole wheat). The name alone makes you forget it's good for you.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/012.jpgwhole wheat Mostaccioli RigatiOf course, I have some whole wheat pasta as well.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0111.jpgmini rotelle wheelsThese babies are also good in soup and with Olive oil and garlic.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0101.jpgmini rotelle wheelsNext up, another one of my babies- Mini Rotelle Wheels2011-08-27T16:52:39+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/18/my-own-little-dinner/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0131.jpg013Just me, my Kindle and a wonderful plate of food to enjoy...in peace :)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/011.jpg011https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/010.jpgpastaI pour the pasta into my bowl, and add some grated parmesean. Yummmmm it smells delicious...https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/013.jpg013https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/015.jpgmarinated oliveshomemade marinated oliveshttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/014.jpgpasta bowlMy pretty little pasta bowlhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/009.jpgboiling pasta waterOk, my pasta water is boiling away and ready to go.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/008.jpgTomato-sun-dried tomato-olive oil-red pepper mixtureHere's my delicious mixture, melding together nicely in the pan.2025-04-03T19:48:39+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/12/21st-birthday-list/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/birthdaylist.jpgbirthdaylist2011-08-12T16:00:14+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/11/work-your-real-home/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/countdown1.jpgcountdown1Countdown to Jill & Adam's Wedding Honeymoon Cruisehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/deskshelf.jpgdeskshelfTea and honey to get through the day. And also, my Susan Branch desk calendar. Can't get through the day with out her happy illustrations either.https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bulletin-brd.jpgblt brdHere's my board with pics I like. Notice the picture of me and Tony Orlando...yes THE Tony Orlando. I hired him to entertain at one of our shows- such a nice guy:)https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/clubhouse-pics-1.jpgview from the poolView of the poolhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/vslobby.jpgValencia Shores lobbyThe lobby of the clubhousehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/valenciashorespool.jpgInfinity fountain entranceHere's the first thing I see in the morning when I enter through the gate of the community.2011-08-11T21:55:08+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/06/planning-9-10-11-the-wedding/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/macaroni-grill-martini.jpgMacaroni Grill martini https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/wedding-shoes-and-veil.jpgwedding-shoes-and-veilhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/004.jpgCAddressing the Invites2011-08-06T13:05:19+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/05/friday/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/morning-coffee.jpgmorning coffeehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/list-for-a-fridaymorn.jpglist for a fridaymorn2011-08-05T11:13:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/04/this-is-a-best-western/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bw-pool.jpgBW poolhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bwroom.jpgbwroomhttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bwbreakfast.jpegbwbreakfasthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bw-indoor-dining.jpgbw indoor dininghttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bw-france-dining.jpgbW France Dininghttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/bw-la-magnaneraie.jpgbW La Magnaneraie2011-08-04T13:29:00+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/08/03/musings/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/vinaigrette2.jpgvinaigrettehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/vinaigrette1.jpgvinaigrettehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/vinaigrette.jpgvinaigrettehttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/list2.pnglisthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/list1.pnglisthttps://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/list.pnglist2011-08-03T19:57:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jacqui722.com/2011/07/29/these-are-a-few-of-my-favorite-things/https://jacqui722.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/016.jpgtea cupOne of my favorite tea cups. 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