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All worn out from folding laundry.

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Hailey, helping Dad fold some laundry.

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Christmas Eve 2012

Hailey’s first Christmas Eve started out with a Hart family tradition – last minute shopping.  Hailey and Daddy spent the day at the malls, picking out a few more gifts. Later that night, we went to the Christmas Eve service … Continue reading

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Poblano Chicken

4 to 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup flour (for dredging) 4 or 5 poblano chiles (Anaheim chiles may be substituted) 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch square pieces 6 ounces heavy cream (or half-and-half) 1 cup shredded Monterey … Continue reading

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Chicken Marsala

This is by far one of my favorite recipies! 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour for coating1/2 tsp Salt1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper2 large Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breasts, halved, (or 4 normal sized breasts) pounded 1/4 inch thick4 Tbsp Butter, dividedExtra Virgin … Continue reading

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Stir Fry

3 half breasts of chicken 1 bunch cilantro (about 1/2 cup) 2 jalapenos, sliced 3 garlic cloves green bell pepper 1 large red onion coarse sea salt lime juice soy sauce diced carrots (like you would put on a salad) … Continue reading

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Monroeville Steak Seasoning

My take on Montreal Steak Seasoning 2 Tablespoons coarse salt (kosher or sea) 1 Tablespoon paprika 4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (or cayenne pepper) 4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper (coarse) 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons dehydrated onion … Continue reading

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Lemon Chicken Scaloppini

Chicken 2 1/2 pounds chicken breast (pounded thin) 2 ounces olive oil 8 ounces sliced mushrooms 2 lemons (halved) 4 ounces heavy whipping cream 4 artichokes 4 teaspoons parsley 12 ounces lemon sauce 20 ounces angel hair pasta 8 tablespoons … Continue reading

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Pork Medallions with Cherry Sauce

1 lbs pork tenderloin, sliced into 1/2-inch thick medallions 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoons olive oil 1/4 cup chopped shallots 1 cup chicken broth 2-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 4oz  cherry flavored Craisins 1/4 … Continue reading

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B Dubs with the girls

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Hailey’s first Christmas tree

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Deep Fried Thanksgiving Turkey

This is my deep fried Thanksgiving turkey recipe. The Bird: Use a 12-17 lbs turkey.  Anything smaller and you’re wasting time with the fryer.  Anything too much bigger and it won’t fit. The Rub: I just use Zatarain’s cajun seasoning. … Continue reading

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Our little Smurfette

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Getting closer

This weekend I was able to get all of the front end accessories onto the car, work on some odds and ends electrical items, modify the battery tray to fit with the new motor, drop a new battery in,  clearance … Continue reading

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After four years, the new dash is complete.

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A major milestone… of sorts

Today, on October 17th, 2012, just 5 days after Hailey’s 1st month birthday, Hailey achieved  a major milestone. While this week was that of her first medical appointment, when we found out that she had grown nearly an inch and put … Continue reading

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Girl power!!!

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Hailey’s favorite pillow

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All of my favorite people (and pets)

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Hailey’s first happy hour

After a more than successful first night dining out with Hailey, Elaine and I decided it was time to try for a happy hour.  So off we ventured to walk around the Highlands. We decided stop by an old favorite, … Continue reading

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