So you may have noticed I’ve been missing in action for a while. Or maybe you didn’t. That’s OK, too!
I’ve actually been cooking up a lot of delicious stuff. I even took pictures of some of it. Like this Mexican Noodle Casserole, or Sopa Seca as it’s more authentically called.
Mmmm… It was really good.
Unfortunately, my laptop is having issues. The battery doesn’t hold a charge, and even when it’s plugged in it likes to just shut itself off without warning. Like when I’m in the middle of typing out the changes I made to a Mexican Noodle Casserole recipe that I only had in my head and now I can’t entirely remember what they were.
Grrr. Of course, we have two other computers in the house but I am a true creature of habit and I only like MY laptop.
I also made this…
…which was amazing. I didn’t change the recipe at all except for adding 2 links of turkey sausage (totally negating the vegetarian aspect of things) and a little extra sauce. Head on over to Fork Knife Swoon by clicking the photo above for this ultimate cold-weather comfort food recipe.
And as if that wasn’t enough of a carb-overload, I made these later that night…
…and they were HEAVENLY. If you have any snickers bars left from Halloween you should already be over at Cookies and Cups getting that recipe! You don’t even need all snickers. I used a mixture of snickers, milky ways, and 100 grand and it worked out perfectly.
Back to the Sopa Seca. You can find the original recipe here. I used rotisserie chicken in place of the turkey and queso blanco instead of cheddar. I can’t remember the rest of the changes but if you make it like this I’m sure it will be excellent. I do recommend serving the casserole immediately. Mine got mushy overnight. Yuck.
There you have it. Comfort food, three ways. Now if only I had the comfort of a reliable laptop…
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That veggie bake looks soooo yummy! I love new ways with pasta, because if you’re avoiding creamy sauces, after a while you run out of ideas!
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I’ve missed you!!! I hope you get the laptop sitchy worked out! To funny I HATE blogging on a laptop. Scott offered to get me a fancy schmancy MacBook and I turned it down. I only like the big clunky 2 screen desktop! Lol
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My husband bought me an iPad and I made him take it back. I was like “ohhh, thanks, that was so thoughtful. But I can’t blog on this!”
wow I want that baked penne! looks fanfreakingtastic!!
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It was!
I love all three … sorry to hear about your computer issues, though
CJ at Food Stories recently posted..Monday Muster & Slowly Getting Better
That Mexican Noodle Casserole has possibilities, thanks for teaching me about that. I’ve seen Mexican sour cream at the store but I’ve never bought it. Did you use it in this recipe or did you just thin regular sour cream? Nice photo, BTW. Sorry to hear about your computer troubles, they sound very annoying, dying hard drive maybe? I definitely noticed your absence, I hope you get your computer straightened out soon!
Mary@FitandFed recently posted..Cocoa Cherry Cobbler
Aw, thanks for noticing
I actually skipped the sour cream. And the bay leaf now that I think about it.
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That blondies…. Oh man that blondies…
Cheers
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Tell me about it. Actually, tell my thighs!
I love Cookies & Cups! Those blondies look amazing, as does that penne. I fear my laptop is on its last leg too, but I choose to be in denial about it. I’m sorry about your computer issues. I hope you’re able to fix it soon!
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies recently posted..How To Roast Garlic + Roasted Garlic Grilled Cheese Recipe
I’ve been wondering where you were! Sorry about your computer issues - computers are wonderful, except when they’re causing problems! Anyway, some nice dishes here!
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I missed your face! or…words…but that doesn’t sound as good. I’ve got to see what that mexican noodle cass is all about, sounds yummy but I can’t tear my eyes away from the vege penne….oh my…
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you’ve been busy! technical troubles are the WORST! and i totally get it - it’s my laptop or none. i don’t seem to be able to type properly on other keyboards!
lovely photos as always.
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So scrumptious, Julie! Glad to have you back and at it in the kitchen! (we do notice when you’re not posting!)
All of it looks so yummy. I’m sorry to hear about your laptop; I know how much a pain in the booty that can be. Good luck with getting it fixed.
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Sorry to hear that your laptop is not working properly. Glad to see that your camera is working well- your photographs are truly edible!
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I have a think about using other lap tops too! There is something comforting and familiar when you sit down to write on your own.
These dishes all look and sound incredible! Pretzel bottom sinckers blondies?! Amazing.
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Oh gosh I totally want to eat those blondies. You HAD to post those in the first week where I give up eating chocolate everyday, didn’t you?
wow the noodles and the baked ziti look AMAZING!!
Just checking in to see how things are going ~ Hope all is well
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This is just beautiful, Julie!
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I love the casserole, Julie!
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That sopa seca looks amazing! Heading to look at the recipe now.
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I can’t believe I’ve never heard of Sopa Seca. It looks delicious! I will have to give it a try.
I have yet to have computer issues *knock on wood* but my boyfriend has the exact same problem as you, which sucks because he’s halfway across the country, and our skype conversations usually stops after a few minutes..
But this looks fabulous! I would love some of this right now!
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Where is the plate in the first photo from? It’s absolutely gorgeous!
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I had the same problem with my mac, and I had to get a new charger. The Mexican noodle casserole looks amazing- I hope you’re able to post that recipe soon!
Tess @ Tips on Healthy Living recently posted..The Juice Generation Recipe: Verdant Vista
sorry to hear about your computer. The noodles look fabulous.
Is queso blanco another term for white cheese, or is it a totally different thing? I was wondering if brie or cottage cheese can also be good replacements for cheddar in the Mex recipe. I’d like to try the Sopa Seca because I love noodle dishes to pieces. Sorry about your laptop though, every blogger hates it when their laptop crashes. Hope it will be fixed soon or that you can find a better and equally comfortable replacement for it!
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I really loved the vegetable baked penne, and I also want your laptop to be okay so that you’ll be back too!
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