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Easy Marinara

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp oregano
2 (28 oz) cans peeled whole tomatoes, crushed
salt and pepper to taste

1. saute onion and garlic in olive oil
2. add oregano, simmer about 10 minutes
3. add squished tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes

Easy Alfredo Sauce

¼ cup butter
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 cup milk
3 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
⅛ tsp ground black pepper

1. melt butter in saucepan over medium heat
2. add cream cheese and garlic powder, whisking until smooth
3. add milk, slowly, whisking to smooth out lumps
4. stir in parmesan and black pepper
5. remove from heat when sauce reaches desired consistency
6. toss with hot pasta to serve

serves 2

from Allrecipes.com

Fajita Marinade

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp cider vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp chili powder
1 clove garlic, minced
1 dash hot pepper sauce
½ lb beef, sliced thin
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
1 tbsp lime juice

1. in ziploc, combine Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, chili powder, garlic, and hot pepper sauce.
2. add beef, turn to coat well
3. marinade in fridge for about 1 hour
4. heat oil in large skillet over high heat
5. add beef to pan, sauté 5 minutes
6. add onion and bell pepper, sauté 5 minutes
7. remove from heat and sprinkle with lime juice

serves 2