Author Archives: Michie

About Michie

I write two blogs - This Food Thing, (www.thisfoodthing.com) and This Life I Lead (www.thislifeilead.wordpress.com).

A bit about Oatmeal

Posted on September 27, 2007 by Michie

Not being much of a fan of oatmeal porridge, I never made it for my son.. not since he was an infant. However, over the last couple of years, he has really grown to like the “instant-flavored” packets that are … Continue reading →

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Creamy Bleu Cheese & Pesto Wraps (Tortilla Wraps, Part 2)

Posted on September 26, 2007 by Michie

A couple of years ago when I was at a conference in the city for work, we ordered lunch from one of those “gourmet” deli’s that were everywhere at the time and I had this simply amazing sandwich. The menu … Continue reading →

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Philly Cheesesteaks

Posted on September 18, 2007 by Michie

I work a lot in Pennsylvania (PA, for short), and I’ve been there a quite often lately. I work in the Pocono area, and just enjoy the people, the mountains (ha..mountains!! I grew up 150 miles from the eastern rim … Continue reading →

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Basil Mayo

Posted on September 12, 2007 by Michie

The women at work keep bringing in vegetables. Everything from onions, basil, garlic, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers and zucchini. It’s been a veritable feast of veggies. One of the women brought in a loaf of bread, a jar of mayo, and … Continue reading →

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Chicken and Mushrooms

Posted on September 12, 2007 by Michie

Again it was cool here today, and especially at the beginning of Autumn, I always seem to want quick, but warm and tasty food, and nothing goes together as well as chicken and mushrooms. This recipe started out as one … Continue reading →

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Fresh Apple Cake with Butterscotch Sauce

Posted on September 8, 2007 by Michie

I know it is not officially autumn yet, but school has started, the yummy apples are in the markets, and the cold mornings have already begun. There are so many apple recipes in my collection, but this particular recipe brings … Continue reading →

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