Ginger Cookies

So I will just be up front about his, I took this from another bloggers site.  So here's the link... Chewy Spicy Ginger Cookies  The only thing that I did differently was substitute the cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg for some Chinese 5 Spice and I probably put more than 2tsp of ginger into the mix. But the amount of ginger is really up to the baker.  Some people like more or less ginger, so taste as you go to decide what you think is best for you...

Spaghetti and Meatballs



So this was my first attempt at meatballs and I was VERY HAPPY with the outcome!  I just picked a simple recipe for my first go at it.  As usual, I didn't exactly follow it to a T, but they turned out excellent anyways.  This recipe also makes enough to freeze some for later which is always convenient for next time you want this dish. Meatballs Equal...

Roast Chicken and Vegetables with Mashed Potatoes



For some reason, roast chicken always seems to impress people. I must say, the bird does look pretty good when it comes out of the oven, but the best part is that you don't have to do much to make it look that way! I like to roast my chickens with some veggies in the bottom of the pan.  Nothing too crazy, just some carrots, celery, onion...

Lemon Pepper Cod with Swiss Chard and Rice



So for the most part I ma completely against any kind of prepared food.  So call me a hypocrite if you wish, but these lemon pepper cod fillets are SO TASTY.(http://janesfamilyfoods.com/micro-seafood/product_lemon-pepper-cod.html) My only grievance with them is that they are a bit expensive ($10 for 6 fillets), but that is a problem with...

Breakfast Bagel



Alright, so this isn't really that exciting and most of you probably make something like this at school already, but someone actually made this for me for breakfast!  It really is great when other people cook for you.  I don't know if anyone else has noticed this, but boys seem to be substantially better at making breakfast than any other meal of the day......

Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff



The slow cooker was one of the best inventions for the student.  Put stuff in, in the morning and come back to amazing smelling apartment and amazing tasting food. It baffles me why more students don't utilize slow cooker technology.  You barely have to do anything and a marvelous dinner appears at the end of the day.  What more could you ask of a machine?! But...