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The weekend

Short version: A good weekend, all around.
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OK, that's about it for now.

Remember: You woke up on the proper side of the grass this morning. By definition, that makes this a good day.

Peas. Out.

Recipe: Pina Colada Scallop Brochettes

This came out very nicely. If you can't get the pineapple wedges, and need to use canned, use chunk as opposed to rings. The rings are too thin for the skewers.

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Recipe: Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi

This came out REALLY well. It was well worth the headache to find the mahi-mahi. I didn't use the coconut milk, as I was full flat-out hustle mode, but it came out wonderful.

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Recipe: Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Caveat: I don't like asparagus. At all.

That said, I almost liked this preparation. Almost. F. had seconds of this; everyone at the table liked it. I would caution to be careful in the roasting though. I had varying thicknesses of asparagus, and in order to ensure the thicker pieces were done, the thinner ones overcooked a bit. Might suggest tossing everything in the oil and seasoning, then seperate into two or three batches by thickness. Start the thickest first, wait 3-4 minutes, then add the medium, wait another 3-4 min, then add the thinnest. YMMV.

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Recipe: Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

I always try to find a sugar-free or no-sugar-added dessert for Mother's Day, especially since my Mother-in-law is a diabetic, my father is a diabetic, and I am borderline diabetic.

That said, this was a dessert I knew would please everyone. Blueberries are a favorite in my family, and the ladies all love cheesecake. Not completely sugar free, but close, and not too difficult to make.

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