Author Archives: kelleychisholm

Homemade Pizza – Yum!

  I don’t know too many people who don’t love pizza. It’s near the top of my list of all-time favorite foods, whether it’s a supreme, veggie, some gourmet concoction or just plain cheese. There are so many great places that … Continue reading

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Ick! – GaviLyte-N Is Vile

  I usually don’t like to blog about negative things. My Mom always says  if you can’t say anything good about something, then don’t say anything at all (actually, I think all moms say that.) But in this case I … Continue reading

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Artichoke, Potato and Red Pepper Quiche

  The first time I ever had quiche was in the late 1970s. My Aunt Jean made an awesome one that was sure to clog your arteries and cause heart disease. I can’t find the recipe, but I do remember … Continue reading

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Sockeye Salmon Two Ways

The great thing about wild Alaska sockeye salmon is not only is it delicious, but it is also full of natural minerals and vitamins that are good for you. High in protein, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, it contains no … Continue reading

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Mushroom Madness

“Suddenly Frodo laughed: from the covered basket he held, the scent of mushrooms was rising.” J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring I think people either love mushrooms or avoid them like the plague. I’m a lover. My mom is … Continue reading

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Marinated Portabella Mushroom Sandwich

  Portabella mushroom sandwiches ares a great alternative to calorie-laden burgers. Good for you and good to eat! I love the red wine vinegar in the marinade – although balsamic vinegar works well, too.

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Cheats – Macaroni and Cheese

It’s hard to make homemade meals every night between working full time, teaching water aerobics twice a week and carting the twins around to their various functions (I swear they have a busier schedule and social life than I do!) … Continue reading

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Player’s Retreat: 60 years old and still going strong

Been to the Player’s Retreat (PR) lately? If not, it is worth a visit. Across from N.C. State’s campus on the corner of Hillsborough St. and Oberlin Rd., the PR is a Raleigh institution since 1951, when Bernie and Mickey … Continue reading

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Gaga About Gadgets: My Top 5 Kitchen Tools

I love kitchen gadgets. From measuring cups/spoons, chopsticks and skewers, to hand-held can openers, apple corers and corn-on-the-cob holders, I have drawers full of them. I was thinking about the ones I use most and the ones I must have, … Continue reading

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For the Love of Q

I love Q (and I’m not talking about the mischievous, evasive, omnipotent and aptly named character on Star Trek: The Next Generation, although I loved John de Lancie in that role.) No, I’m talking about heavenly hog, and in particular eastern … Continue reading

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