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I’ve visited Mario’s Meat Market and Deli a few times now. As a note, the fiorst time I visited Mario’s I had Jens (a professional chef and friend) with me. First, the name is misleading.When they hear meat market and deli most people think of a butcher shop that makesRead More →

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Part 2 – Wrong Pick up Addresses Continuing my series answering Uber riders’ question of how I rate riders.  Be sure to check out Part 1. Many riders question me about how the riders get rated.  I decided to do a some posts on how drivers rate riders. Remember, I’mRead More →

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Serves 8 Brie a holiday favorite and this sweet-savory recipe is party-special  and especially easy to throw together. Nice for New Years. 1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, rind removed 1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup chopped dried apples 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1Read More →

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This is my Mom Sandy’s recipe. Always a big favorite on Christmas Eve at my Grandmothers  2 tablespoons cocoa 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies, finely crushed 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1  cup finely chopped walnuts 1/4  cup rum 2  tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 2 1/2  tablespoons light corn syrup confectioners sprinklesRead More →

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Whether you are using a DSL, digital camera, 35mm, instant or throw away camera, these tips will help to preserve the seasons memories.   Practice makes perfect Take the time to capture a few pictures before the holiday action begins. This will allow you to familiarize yourself with your camera,Read More →

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Here is a colorful cookie for the holidays! 2 cups flour 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup softened butter or shortening 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 12 oz. package M & M Candies 3/4 cup chopped nutsRead More →

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A baked French toast recipe with raisins or cranberries as well as a brown sugar and cinnamon mixture.  A family favorite that has become a tradition. Prep it the night before. On Christmas morning just put it in to bake while opening the presents. 1   cup brown sugar 1/2   cupRead More →

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One of my dad’s recipes. This is a traditional Italian Christmas Eve dessert. Very sweat and great with Espresso. 4 cups flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 pound butter, soft 4 eggs 3 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon of one of the following extracts honey vanilla extract confectioners sprinkles,Read More →

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This rich cheese dip is perfect on French bread, crackers or fruit slices. The brie melts, forming a fondue like dish with a caramelized sugar-pecan topping. Great for New Years Eve! 1 wheel brie or several wedges, total weight 2 1/2 pounds, white rind removed 3/4 cup chopped pecans 1/3 cupRead More →