I'm the plan ahead type when it comes to groceries. I like to buy a week's worth of food at a time, knowing exactly what we'll be cooking each night of the week. And doing this every single week, I've learned a few things. Namely, make the list when you're hungry. And go shopping when you're not. It makes the final bill much more tolerable. I found this recipe in one of my rushed and hunger-crazed list making sessions, which are easier if I'm browsing a site like tastespotting.com with my stomach growling. It's like eating with your eyes. I can easily find a week's worth of new and unique recipes there in 15 minutes. Then I wipe the drool off of my chin, slam a granola bar, and head off to the store. Poached Pear, Pecan, and Goat Cheese Salad Makes 3-4 servings. Adapted from Laylita's Recipes. Ingredients Poached Pears: 3 firm pears (we used Bosc) 3 cups white wine ¾ cup of sugar 1 cinnamon stick 4 strips orange peel Herbed Goat Cheese: 6oz goat cheese, room temperature 2 garlic

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