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ISSUE #4 — February 9, 2026
If You Cook Only One Thing This Week
We got a Mardi Gras and Valentine’s party vibe going on this week!
What a lineup. Turn up the heat, and let’s all eat! — Brian Theis
Sentimental Journey
YOU DECIDE
(choose one)
Favorite Mardi Gras Parade Throw?
National Pizza Day, February 9th
2 8-ounce cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
6 English Muffins, cut in half
1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup Romano cheese, shredded
TOPPINGS: anchovies, green pepper strips, sliced mushrooms, sliced olives, sliced pepperoni sausage
Heat oven to 425°. Combine tomato sauce, oil, Italian seasoning, salt and garlic powder. Spread about 2½ tablespoons of sauce on each muffin half. Sprinkle with mozzarella and romano cheeses. Add variety of toppings as desired. Bake in hot oven 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned and cheese is melted.
Serves 12
Preparation time: 30 min
MEMORY MONDAY
Holly and Homa Day-Drink on Good Day DC
A look back on the 2024 premiere of my Mardi Gras Breakfast Menu!
À bientǒt!
(see you soon)
My classic Soufflé au Chocolat, perfect for your Valentine’s Day. Recipe right here! ❤️
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