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Blog it Forward to Fight Hunger – Your comments = Food!
Mon, August 03, 2009
from Alison
Always willing to support a good cause, Shannon and I have decided that the Cooking With Friends Club will participate in the “Blog it Forward to Fight Hunger” initiative being led by Shoprite in conjunction with General Mills.
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Helping Hungry Kids
Thu, August 06, 2009
from Shannon
I can’t think of anything sadder than a hungry kid. One of the issues I care about most is improving the quality of food in public schools, not just for my own kids, but for those who might have it as the only meal of their day. More than 12 million children in the United States are growing up hungry, which affects their immune systems, behavior and development, according to the nonprofit Feeding America. As the economic situation in our country has worsened over the past year, more children are suffering.
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In Preparation for a Weekend Away
Mon, August 10, 2009
from Alison
For some, a weekend away would mean eating three meals out.
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Blueberry Time
Thu, August 13, 2009
from Shannon
After a day spent blueberry picking in Northern Michigan with our kids, my sister-in-law and I had the same thought: Making a blueberry pie together.
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Every Artist Makes Mistakes
Mon, August 17, 2009
from Alison
Another rainy day, a canceled trip to the beach—a chance to cook.
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The Communal Pizza
Thu, August 20, 2009
from Shannon
As Ben rolled out the dough and I stirred the sauce and shredded the cheese, George (aka Grandpa) and our two daughters were out in the “Pizza Garden” plucking tomatoes, peppers, basil, and oregano. It was all in preparation for a Communal Pizza we made while on vacation in Northern Michigan.
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Kindred Cooks
Mon, August 24, 2009
from Alison
I’ve known Lynn for almost five years now, since that’s about how long my son Zack has been on a gymnastics team with her son Nick.
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Spreading the Chaat Masala
Thu, August 27, 2009
from Shannon
At dinner at Preeti’s house, she let me in on a delicious secret--mix an Indian spice blend called chaat masala with sour cream or yogurt, use it as a marinade for large shrimp, and grill them quickly for a fabulous appetizer.
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Lasagna To Go
Mon, August 31, 2009
from Alison
Friday night’s dinner was a tray of hot bubbling lasagna. It was really simple to make, since all I had to do was take it out of my freezer and place it in the oven late afternoon to bake.
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