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Quinoa And Sweet Potato Stew

Quinoa and Sweet Potato Stew

Quinoa and Sweet Potato Stew. This is part of our Recipe submission feature (https://cookingsecretsformen.com/submit-your-own-recipes/). This recipe comes from my son, Luke, who has made this dish for us several times when he was visiting. It is always nice to have a couple of great cooks in the family (Carlo IV […]

Pasta Puttanesca

Pasta Puttanesca

Pasta Puttanesca is a great fall/winter weather meal. It is comfort food. What does Pasta Puttanesca mean? There are almost as many explanations for the origins of pasta puttanesca as there are ways to make it. “Puttanesca” literally translates to “in the style of prostitutes.” It is supposedly because of […]

Spaghetti Squash in Pan

Spicy Asian Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash is a very healthy and versatile vegetable. This Asian version can be vegetarian if you omit the sausage.

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken

This is by request from my son Carlo and his friend, Isiah. Kung Pao Chicken is a staple in Chinese restaurants. Easy to make

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Grilled Salmon

Grilled Salmon Honey Mustard Glaze

Grilled Salmon Honey Mustard Glaze – As summer approaches, we tend to break out the grill and cook big hunks of meat, chicken, and seafood.  Grilling for some is a year-round experience, although summer is unofficially the start of Grilling Season. Most men are much more comfortable working in front […]