Thursday, August 29, 2013

Year Two in Review

It is hard to believe it has been TWO years since I started Perfecting the Pairing!  Thank you to everyone that reads my little pet project.  I can’t tell you how much I appreciate hearing your feedback, comments, stories, etc.  It is the best feeling to find out that someone has made and enjoyed something from this site.  Makes it all worth it!  I have learned so much along the way and I can’t wait to share more recipes and perfect pairings in the coming year.

Let’s do a little recap of year two. Ok, maybe it is not little.

Top ten most viewed posts from year two 

Lake House Brownies  - I have to agree with this being the #1 most viewed post, they are just ridiculous.
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World’s Best Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies – Yep, agreed.  Awesome.  Great Grandma Lucy nailed it.  It could be so popular because I go topless in this post.  True story.
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Garlic and Onion Biscuit Ring – Super easy side dish
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Pasta Fagioli Soup – Just like the Olive Garden…. But better!
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Thai Peanut Pasta Salad – So easy, it will be your new favorite salad.  I’m predicting it!
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German Sugar Cut-Out Cookies – Family favorite.  You have to check out the frosting tip in this post.  Life changer.
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Smoked Salmon Breakfast – I like all the things on my toast.
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Candied Bacon, Tomato and Avocado Sandwich – You read that right, candied bacon.
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All Purpose Breakfast Casserole – I use this recipe all the time.
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Pumpkin Pecan Shortbread – Falls a comin’, break out the pumpkin
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I love all of the top posts but I have to share my personal favorites from each month.

September 2012

Strawberry Pie – Make it with the press no mess crust.  I love it the next day for breakfast.  Just an idea.
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October 2012

I can’t make up my mind.  October was a good month. 

Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna Roll Ups – Let’s face it, these are just more fun than normal lasagna
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Overnight French Toast – No words.  Just make it.
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November 2012

Alright, November must have been a really good month because I HAVE to share three favorites.  Have to.

Butternut Squash and Chickpea Tahini Salad – Surprising flavor combo that is delightful.  Funny story about this salad…. Before I posted it on my blog I told my brother to make it and somewhere along the line he confused tahini for tzatziki.  FYI, tzatziki is not a good substitute for tahini.
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Apple Cake with Warm Caramel Sauce – The best fall dessert, ever.
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Tortilla Soup – I make this ALL the time.  It is so easy, filling, and healthy.  Love it.
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December 2012

Basil Slice and Bake Crackers – Best enjoyed with a glass of vino
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January 2013

Creamy Spaghetti Squash with Fresh Tomato Sauce – Best plate of food for 225 calories. 
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February 2013

Butternut Squash Risotto – Comfort food
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March 2013

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April 2013

Corn Casserole – No joke, I have never made any dish more than this one in my life. 
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May 2013

Greek Turkey Burgers – Spinach and Feta IN the turkey burger and topped with Tzatziki (not tahini, see November above)
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June 2013

Raisin Bran Muffins – Staple in our house
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July 2013

Salted Peanut Bars – Gooey salty goodness
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August 2013

Mini Chile Cheese Corndog Muffins – There are never any leftovers of these bad boys

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What a year! 
I hope you will stick with me for another one.  xoxo

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