originally from martha stewart, but we made a few modifications. thank you anna for the zucchini! serves 4 •  total time: 40 minutes 1 1/2 lbs. chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices 2 T. cornstarch salt and pepper 4 tsp. vegetable oil 1 onion, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 bell pepper, [...]

click image to see bigger bret made these last night, and topped them with mango, banana, and sloppy strawberry deliciousness! serves 4 •  total time: 30 minutes 1 T. yeast 2 c. lukewarm milk 4 eggs, separated ½ tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla 1 T. sugar 2½ c. flour ½ c. melted butter 1. Dissolve yeast [...]

no recipe–still trying to find one that really works for me.

Coconut Cream Pie serves 8 • prep time: 25 minutes • total time: 1 hour + chilling For the crust: 30 wafer cookies 1/8 tsp. salt 5 tablespoons butter, softened 1/3 c. sweetened coconut For the topping & filling: 1 3/4 c. sweetened coconut 2 3/4 c. milk 4 egg yolks 1/2 c. sugar 1/3 [...]

chicken tostadas serves 4 • prep time: 10 minutes • total time: 45 minutes 2 onions, thinly sliced 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 can corn 1 can black beans 1 c. salsa 2 tbsp. oil salt & pepper 2 chicken breasts 4 corn tortillas 1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar 1. Preheat oven to 450°. [...]