Monthly Archives: April 2014

Pico de Gallo

Posted on April 30, 2014 by

It’s almost May and I am looking forward to fresh local produce.  As a rule, I make a real effort to cook with foods that are in season in the area.  January, February, March and April are the worst months for … Continue reading →

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A New Tradition

Posted on April 19, 2014 by

Tomorrow is Easter.  And no matter how old I get or how far away my kids, I still love all the Easter traditions; Easter baskets, dyed eggs and Lamb Cake.  Every year, for the last 43 years, I have made … Continue reading →

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Book Club Salad

Posted on April 16, 2014 by

I belong to a book club that meets every six weeks or so.  Each member takes a turn selecting the book and hosting that meeting. We meet for dinner so the host is responsible for the entree and the rest … Continue reading →

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Red’s Last Day

Posted on April 10, 2014 by

Tuesday was Red’s last day at the Sandhill Crane Bed and Breakfast.  He had to be in the East Mountains by 2:30 and there was still alot of ground to cover. Like many of the guests at Sandhill Crane, he … Continue reading →

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Monday in Corrales with Red

Posted on April 9, 2014 by

Monday, fortified by a hearty breakfast, Red was off on further adventures.  His first stop was the Corrales Bosque – the green belt located along the Rio Grande. Red soaked in the sun along the bank of the Rio Grande … Continue reading →

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Sunday with the Red Chair

Posted on April 8, 2014 by

Sunday morning, after a breakfast of an Asian pear, mango and raspberry salad, herbed scrambled eggs, seasoned home fires, Canadian bacon and muffins shared with other guests; Red was ready to take on the world! The first stop on Red’s … Continue reading →

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The Red Chair Is Here!

Posted on April 6, 2014 by

At long last, the Red Chair has arrived at the Sandhill Crane Bed and Breakfast.  For those of you who don’t know the story – The Red Chair is an actual red kitchen type chair that is making its way … Continue reading →

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