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Mary Ann Allen  |  pastryparrot@gmail.com  |  500 posts


My name is Mary Ann Allen and I am here to help you get organized so you can save money on groceries and feed your family healthy, nutritious food. My multi-cultural cooking background comes from being born in the US and raised in Bolivia. I have 5 kids and own around 400 cook books. I absolutely love to cook!

Paprika Grilled Chicken Breast

Paprika Grilled Chicken Breast

→  September 2, 2010 0

These chicken breasts are very moist, tender and bursting with flavor! They are also super easy to make. Here is what you are going to need: 2 whole chicken breasts – cut into 1/4 inch fillets Paprika Garlic Powder Salt & Pepper Olive Oil Rinse and pat dry the chicken. Rub a generous amount of [...]

Left-Over Brisket Chili

Left-Over Brisket Chili

→  September 2, 2010 0

This recipe can be made with any left over beef that you need. I used some left over braised beef brisket and the results were quite good! You will love the how easy this is to make. And the price! Absolutely great! Print the Left-Over Brisket Chili Recipe Here Amazon.com Widgets

Red Wine Braised Brisket

Red Wine Braised Brisket

→  September 2, 2010 0

Here’s a great way to cook beef brisket. It will take some time but you will end up with some super tender meat. I went ahead and made a large one in order to have left overs. I used the remaining meat to make a quick chili. Wonderful way to stretch a meal and save [...]

Watermelon Granita

Watermelon Granita

→  August 24, 2010 0

Granita is much like an icee. You can make it from just about anything you desire! This one is made from watermelon and is very, very refreshing! Great for any hot summer day! Print the Watermelon Granita Recipe Here Amazon.com Widgets

Simple Syrup

Simple Syrup

→  August 24, 2010 2

I always have simple syrup available at my house. I use it to make lemonades, fruit juices, cocktails and desserts. It is really, really easy to make and a good staple to have. Enjoy this short video! Amazon.com Widgets

Saute’ Zucchini & Tomatoes

Saute’ Zucchini & Tomatoes

→  August 24, 2010 0

Sauteed zucchini with onions and tomatoes makes for a healthy and flavorful side dish. You could also have this for a light lunch. Just make sure your pan is really hot and you do not overcook your vegetables and end up with a mush! Here is what you are going to need: 2 medium zucchinis [...]

Mustard Roasted Chicken

Mustard Roasted Chicken

→  August 24, 2010 0

This recipe calls for chicken thighs but you can use a whole chicken as well. Here is what you are going to need for four people: 8 chicken thighs Salt & Pepper Garlic powder 1 large lemon – juiced Yellow mustard Preheat the oven at 375 degrees. Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs. Rub [...]

Pasta & Sausage American Chop Suey

Pasta & Sausage American Chop Suey

→  August 24, 2010 0

This dish is so easy to make, so inexpensive and so tasty you will want to include it in many a weekly menu! I use ground sausage for mine but ground beef will do just fine. The pasta will freeze very nicely so don’t worry if you have left overs! Freeze them for one of [...]

Spinach & Strawberry Salad

Spinach & Strawberry Salad

→  August 16, 2010 0

I love this salad! The strawberries go really well with the spinach and candied walnuts! Enjoy! Print the Spinach Strawberry Salad Recipe Here

Peanut Soup

Peanut Soup

→  August 16, 2010 0

This soup is perhaps one of my favorite of all time! I absolutely love it. You will need raw peanuts in order to make this. Roasted peanuts will not work. Shop for raw peanuts at Latin American or organic grocery stores. You will need: 2 beef soup bones 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and quartered [...]

Curry Chicken Salad

Curry Chicken Salad

→  August 16, 2010 0

Here’s a delicious, inexpensive recipe for chicken salad with apples and curry. It is truly wonderful! Enjoy! Print the Curry Chicken Salad Recipe Here Amazon.com Widgets

Lemon & Parsley Whole Wheat Pasta

Lemon & Parsley Whole Wheat Pasta

→  August 16, 2010 0

Here is a super easy, very frugal and delicious meal to make for a light dinner. The nuttiness of the whole wheat pasta goes really well with the lemon. Enjoy! 16 oz. whole wheat spaghetti 2 tablespoons melted butter 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Coarse salt [...]