Vol. 14, Issue 9, September 2021
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The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 18,000 Homes In East Lake & Surrounding Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To:
Anchorage, Bay Arbor, Boot Ranch, Brookers Landing, Crescent Oaks, CRYSTAL LAKE CONDOS, Cypress Cove, Cypress Lakes Estates, Cypress Run, Cypress Trails, Deer Hollow, Grey Oak, Eagle Cove, Eagle’s Cove at Lake Tarpon, Eagle Ridge, Eagle Trace, Eagle Watch, East Lake Oaks, East Lake Woodlands, Hunters Wood, Keystone Bluffs, Keystone Palms, Keystone Ranchettes, Lansbrook, Lansbrook Village,
Meadow Ridge, Nature’s Watch, Oak Hill Acres, Pine Ridge, Regina Estates, Ridgemoor, Tarpon Woods, Wentworth, Whispering Lakes, WINDMILL POINT, Woodfield
BergHOFF: Welcome to a world of AFFORDABLE QUALITY and DESIGN! “I believe in providing design, functionality and quality at an affordable price for all.” President Raf Vanthoor, Belgium. In 1994, BergHOFF entered the USA market with a single cookware set. Now 27 years later, they offer an extensive selection of beautifully
designed kitchenware in over 60 countries. BergHOFF’s international brand is directed by the BergHOFF headquarters in Belgium. Distributed on 6 continents, BergHOFF is the brand that brings innovation to every kitchen. From the See “BergHOFF” on page 18
Donna’s Cleaning Angels – From Small Business to Sparkling Success
INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Editor..............................5
By Joy Bergman
Tampa Bay, get ready to sparkle and shine your way to a
cleaner and happier home life, with the help of some lovely cleaning angels from the Bay-areas’ one-and-only Donna’s
Cleaning Angels! Whether you need a general house cleaning
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weekly, biweekly, or monthly, or a good team to scrub your
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iconic cleaning service, Donna Ferrante, first started cleaning
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kitchen, Donna’s Angels are on the job! Since the founder of the homes back in the ‘90s, her company has built an impressive track record in the cleaning business now 29 years later. See “Cleaning Angels” on page 14
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Explore Tampa Bay - Support Local Businesses! I’ve lived in Tampa Bay since 2004, and I am still surprised at the amount of hidden local gems I have yet to explore. From adorable boutiques to food trucks and everything in between, Tampa Bay has numerous amazing small businesses just waiting for you to visit! With the pandemic numbers still rising, and with many business owners struggling to stay afloat, I am encouraging everyone to continue supporting your locally owned stores. Explore your neighborhood and surrounding areas for small shops that offer goods and services you would normally purchase online or at big chain corporations. There are hundreds of businesses around you that are dying for an opportunity to win you as a customer. People that will greet you by name when you first walk in, people that still believe in family values and that go above and beyond to make you feel appreciated for your business. During one of my “adventures” exploring local shops, I found myself at “Salty Paws” in Downtown Dunedin. It happens to be the first doggie ice cream shop in Florida, and it is a dream come true for any dog owner in town! Salty Paws Dunedin is owned and operated by Florida native Robyn Nackino, and Michelle Bimble, who has lived in Tampa since 1999. Robyn and Michelle are family-oriented women who enjoy supporting local businesses and have a passion for animals. I encourage everyone to spend a day exploring Dunedin and its multiple small local businesses, including Salty Paws! But be careful though, their “dog treats” look
so beautiful and delicious that you may be tempted to bite one! Recently, my mother and I have found ourselves on the fun quest to find Tampa Bay’s most unique “locally-owned coffee shop.” We spend every weekend supporting one new coffee shop/bakery in town, getting to know the owners, and exploring their menu options. Our dates are usually less than $20 and we leave having made new friends in a new place. By doing this we’re not only supporting small businesses, but we’ve also gotten to know our city better and all the wonderful things it has to offer. For information on art festivals, concerts, farmers markets, and other local events in town please get online and visit https://www.unation.com/fl/ tampa-bay or eventbrite.com for the latest information on local activities. Another great way to support local organizations is through volunteering. The scope of the need is unprecedented. If you have the time and resources to volunteer at any local non-profit, please don’t hesitate. In these trying times, your help is always needed. Metropolitan Ministries and Feeding Tampa Bay are organizations that are always looking for volunteers, and they help ensure that local families can find help when they need it most. If you’re ready to start, visit https:// www.metromin.org/volunteering-areas/ and https://feedingtampabay.org/ respectively. Stay safe and stay kind, always!
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Tech Talk with Bob: Are you CyberSecure?
You rely on your computer every day to perform multiple tasks; some of which involve transmitting your confidential information over the internet. Online banking, staying in touch with your child’s school, working remotely, paying bills, reviewing the results of your most recent blood test, monitoring and managing your investment accounts, preparing and filing your taxes, even the simple act of ordering a pizza using your credit card. Each of these basic tasks, that most of us do every day is a potential security exploit. I am willing to bet that you are the type of person who is smart enough to wear a seatbelt while driving. That’s because you know that even though you are a safe and considerate driver, you are still at the mercy of the less considerate drivers or those who are not as vigilant as you. You know you need to protect yourself while driving and you know that you need to protect yourself while online, navigating your digital world. Now I know you might be thinking, “Bob, I’m pretty sure my computer is safe. We haven’t had any problems. I’ve been using such and such software from the store where I bought the computer,” or
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“the tech-savvy neighbor kid put something on my computer for me.” If you are doing any of the financial or medical transactions I mentioned earlier, you don’t you want to be “pretty sure” your computer is safe --- you want to be “certain” it is squeaky-clean! Some of my long-time clients who manage online banking and investment accounts that have balances from thousands to millions of dollars were “pretty sure” their computers were safe too. Every one of these folks was shocked when my cybersecurity team discovered their systems still had security exploits. OK, time for some tough love. If you do anything online of a financial or medical nature, you need to stop procrastinating and be proactive about securing your system. I know that performing deep scans on your computer system is a time-consuming process. Many people do not have the knowledge, resources, and most of all the patience to properly execute a thorough scan. The completion time of these scans have taken a few hours to a few days thanks to the many variables involved: the storage capacity of the hard drive, the number of files on the hard drive, the number of threats discovered on the hard drive, just to name a few. In addition to the automated scans we perform, my team also manually inspects critical areas of your system for threats that are not typically discovered by anti-malware software.
A lot of the more popularly known and usually all the FREE anti-malware usually complete their scans in 30 minutes or less, which can be very appealing. No one wants to wait for a long scan. But let’s be realistic, you’re not ordering a pizza; you’re protecting the device that holds the keys to your digital world. My cybersecurity team performs a through security scan of your computer “so you know for certain” whether your system is clean or not. Since these security scans have taken from hours to days to complete, to be fair, I only charge one hour of bench time to perform these scans. Whether your scan takes a few hours or 30 hours, your only obligation is our onehour bench fee. Once my cybersecurity team completes your scan, I will personally review the results with you. If you require any additional work, I will discuss your options and costs. I want you to have all the facts regarding your computer’s security health so you can make a well-informed decision based on what solution best serves you. In observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which happens to be October, I challenge you to “know for certain” whether your computer is in order security-wise. Starting right now and through the end of October I will do a security scan of your computer on my bench for only $99.00. Yes, for less than the cost of a onehour service appointment, my team will assess the security
of your computer! Even if you think your computer is secure, I still challenge you to have my team check it. If I find that your system is squeakyclean, YOUR SCAN IS FREE! If we don’t find any potential threats on your computer, I won’t charge you the $99. If I do find something on your computer, then at least you get a meticulous, timeconsuming, supervised by professionals, security scan of your system for only 99 bucks. Never forget, cyber criminals will exploit the easy victims and unprotected systems. Whether you are a business or non-profit who keeps records about clients, customers, prospects, employees, vendors, sales, budgets, inventories… you get the idea. It is your responsibility to protect your personal network, your computer’s operation, and your data. Even a home user who may keep records about club members, kids’ sports leagues, volunteer work, or just filing your income taxes on your home computer is a target. Are you certain your computer is safe? You don’t have to do this alone my Friend. My staff and I are here to keep your computer safer and keep it running. We have the best solutions already in place and we’re only a phone call away. Call us anytime at 727-5344000. We’ve been helping folks restore their peace of mind, and sanity, with their technology for decades. We Keep You Safer In Your Digital World!
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SAT AND ACT IMPROVEMENT: FALL OUTLOOKS Dr. Wayne Adams FALL EXAM DATES: SAT: October 2, December 4; PSAT October 13; ACT: September 11, October 23, December 11. Now that school has started and most schedules have settled down, we can all take a long breath and think about fall planning. Seniors and their parents are thinking about applying to colleges, the SAT and/or the ACT Exam, FASFA forms, Bright Futures, and other scholarships … on top of all the academics and activities that constantly demand attention. The “gorilla in Florida” is the UF deadline. According to the UF website, applications are due on November 1st, and any received after November 16 are accepted on a space-available basis, which is extremely limited. Most other schools are fine with a January 1st application and standard exam scores following soon behind. For those wanting to apply for early option or early decision, most of these programs are fine with exam scores coming in late November through December – but make sure to check the dates with your target schools to be absolutely sure. More important, with most schools your percentage of acceptances from Early Acceptance or Early Decision are roughly three times the rate of acceptances from the regular application dates. Juniors and Sophomores are simply looking forward to successfully completing their fall term, and doing their best on the PSAT coming in mid-October. Many are already preparing for the full exams, which gives them more time to prepare and experience the exams. On occasion, I have tutored seventh graders for the SAT and ACT, and it is becoming more common for me to start with ninth or tenth
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graders as well. When I am asked, “Wayne, what do you do?” most expect the answer, “I am a tutor.” Instead, my answer is, “I help my students have their best possible futures which includes doing their best on the SAT and/or ACT Exam.” This is why each of my students/parents receives a copy of two guides that I have written. The first is Negotiating with Colleges, which has saved many families from $1,000 to $10,000 a year in college costs. The second is How to Write College Application Essays that Colleges will Love, with 104 pages including how to write great essays and over 40 examples with my comments and explanations. My new guide Achieve and Maintain Your PEAK MENTAL PERFORMANCE ZONE on the SAT and ACT including HOW TO WIN OVER PERFORMANCE ANXIETY has proven to be very helpful for my students to do their best on these exams. Also, I help with college application information, ideas about possible schools, coaching for students in how to study most effectively, and special negotiating points. Many Florida parents and students are very surprised to
learn that it can easily cost less to attend a top university than a Florida public university. The reason is because top academic schools have large endowments, and adopted generous grant and assistance policies several years ago to help their students graduate “debt free” if possible, and make awards on a “net cost” basis that includes room and board. For example, if your student is admitted to Harvard and the family makes $75,001 - $110,000 a year, the net cost is $15,553 a year according to collegescorecard.com. That is often less than the net cost for UF on a 100% Bright Futures scholarship because students at UF must pay full room and board which can easily run more than the Harvard net cost. At Yale, the net cost is $11,492; Princeton, $16,989; Stanford, $10,631; U Chicago, $17,929; and MIT $14,381. If You Would Like To Talk More About How I Can Help You, please contact me at 727-253-0639 or at wwa0811@ mykolab.com. Dr. Wayne Adams is one of the leading SAT and ACT tutors in the country. His students normally improve 200 – 350 points on the Writing, Reading,
Writing and Essay, and Math, and 4 – 7 points on the ACT composite. They have been admitted to eight of the top ten universities in the country, seventeen of the top twentyfive, and many schools in Florida. These schools include Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Stanford, U Chicago, Duke, U Penn, Johns Hopkins, Cornell, Notre Dame, Emory, UC Berkley, UCLA, USC, UNC (Chapel Hill), NYU, Northeastern (Boston), Boston College, Georgia Tech, Air Force and Merchant Marine Service Academies, Penn State, LSU, Auburn, UF, U Miami, FSU, USF, UCF, Florida Atlantic, Florida Gulf Coast, FIU, New College of Florida, Stetson, and Julliard – Manhattan - New England - and Berkley Conservatories of Music. Many have received academic, athletic, or music scholarships. This year, he also tutored three juniors who scored at the national merit finalist/semi-finalist levels on the most recent PSAT. He is a former Dean of a Graduate School of Business and Full Professor, and began college teaching at the University of Maryland in 1968. He has degrees and advanced studies at Harvard, Yale, Vanderbilt, Columbia International, and Luther Rice.
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Redesigning a small room that packs a punch By Decorating Den | Design Inspiration Does your home have that one nook or room that makes it difficult to make the most of its space? You can’t figure out how to decorate it, let alone articulate how exactly you can maximize the area and utilize it to its fullest potential. Whether it’s a bedroom, makeshift workspace or a little corner that your kids use for playtime, there are specific design tips and elements you can incorporate into the living area that can make it seem larger than it actually is. Color, furniture and decor choice all play a major role in how you can have fun with design and really pack a punch
out of what could’ve been an ignored, empty space. Evaluate your needs within the living space How do you currently use this space? Do you have new plans after renovating the small area? These are valid questions to consider as you decide what type of decor and furniture you’ll need. Take the following scenarios, for example: • For a small workspace: All you need is a desk, chair and some type of storage space. We recommend vertical shelving here so you can free up the floor space that a bookshelf or storage unit would take up. • For a bedroom: Take a minimalist approach here
as well. Your bedroom should have a bed and storage for your clothing. Other furniture can make it feel cluttered, so keep it minimal and include
only the necessities. Keep a neutral color scheme in mind. Use appropriate colors
Take lighting seriously As previously mentioned, light means everything in a tiny space. We always talk about the importance of lighting regardless of your living space arrangements, but it doesn’t get more important than this scenario.
Unfortunately, certain colors and shades can make your small space feel even more minuscule and cluttered. Dark colors should be avoided in this case; they absorb light and make the four walls feel more closed in. Lighter shades can create the illusion of a larger area — that’s because they’re more reflective and
maximize the way light moves around the room. During the initial stages of your redesign process, keep this tip in mind. A neutral color scheme can work wonders over one that’s dark and deep. The 2021 Pantone Color(s) of The Year, Ultimate Gray and Illuminating are two excellent choices for a smaller room, for example.
Natural lighting is your best friend in a small space. Take advantage of natural lighting to its fullest extent by keeping window coverings as minimal and sheer as possible. If there’s little opportunity for outdoor lighting, artificial illumination will work wonders here. Try to keep your lighting options off of the ground to avoid taking up unnecessary space; hanging sconces are helpful in this scenario. Of course, if you have a desk or side table in your room, lamps
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are also useful here. Use multifunctional furniture as much as you can When you’re minimizing the amount of furniture in your rooms, you still need to make sure that you have enough storage for your belongings. That’s where multifunctional furniture becomes the best friend of a small space. A bed base with drawers is ideal for the bedroom, while a desk with built-in compartments reduces the need for additional storage options. You’re spending more time in your house than ever before — you should feel satisfied with every room! Contact Decorating Den Interiors today to help your living space feel more complete.
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“Cleaning Angels” continued from page 1
The successful cleaning service, which Donna started and built all on her own, is highly praised and regarded throughout Tampa Bay. Altogether, the impressive company serves a total of three counties, including Pasco, Hillsborough, and Pinellas. While serving such an expansive area is an astounding feat for any small business, it isn’t the only reason for the Cleaning Angel’s rising popularity. Donna’s Cleaning Angels has won the trust of their customers because of their dedication to doing “the job right the first time,” both openly and honestly. In fact, some of Donna’s clients have been using her for over 20 years! And as another result of the team’s hard work and dedication, Donna’s Cleaning Angels has been voted by their customers as the top cleaning service in the Tampa Bay area. No matter the service or the situation, whether it be a last minute clean before you move out of your house, or a clean for your brand-new home before you move in, Donna’s Cleaning Angels are ready to help and do a thorough job. Or as they say, “We are obsessed with the details of clean!” Diane Morris of Odessa, who was particularly pleased by the angels’ work, gave a detailed report of what the house looked like after the team left. She wrote, “House is clean from baseboards to ceiling fan blades and a/c
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grates. Good attention to detail. Kitchens and bathroom look great. Wood furniture looks great. Blinds, window ledges, picture frames are dusted. Appliances shine… The girls work in teams, this way they have a lot more energy together. References and insurances provided per request. Her team brings their own supplies. Donna herself returns my calls,” she continued. “Overall, I’m very pleased with this company, and understand why they’ve remained in business for so many years in this area. I have referred them to many people.” Why is it, you might ask, that Donna cares so much about providing a quality service for her customers? Well, the answer lies in Donna’s family legacy of going above and beyond for their customers. Donna came from a mixed Italian and French-
Canadian family up in New Hampshire, whose dedication to their Italian restaurant of over 70 years, helped teach her to have a strong work ethic in whatever she does. She also learned the importance of serving others in business, and when she needed more money as a single mother after moving to Florida, she knew what she had to do. Back in 1991, Donna started Donna’s Cleaning Service, in which she worked vigorously to clean homes and offices, leaving nothing behind but her angelic touch. But not only was Donna’s hard work ethic making a difference in the places that she cleaned, but she was also touching hearts along the way… At the start of her business, the inspirational entrepreneur began cleaning for an elderly woman on hospice. The two quickly became close friends, to the point where Donna
decided to give the older woman a beautiful crystal angel as a symbol of their friendship. The woman was extremely grateful of the gift, and thus referred to Donna as her “Cleaning Angel.” And that’s how Donna’s Cleaning Angels got its wings! Over time, the company grew, and more angels were employed to swoop in and clean for customers. Years later, as a successful entrepreneur and a true emblem of the American Dream, Donna’s small-side business that she had started to help the family, ended up growing over the course of almost three decades, to the true success story that it is today. And now, you can welcome your own pair of angels inside your home! “I love the feeling of coming home to a sparkling clean home and Donna’s Cleaning Angels deliver every time!”
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JoAnne Peters of Palm Harbor rejoiced. “So thankful for Donna and her attention to us as her customer!” As a true businesswoman, Donna enjoys getting to meet her clients while giving them a free consultation for their residences. People are impressed with the long-term business owner’s skills, both in cleaning and in managing her angels. After all, it isn’t easy
being an entrepreneur, let alone a caring businessowner with a stellar reputation for almost thirty years! However, the biggest lesson that Donna has learned over time, “is that the only way you can be successful is you have to keep at it…Never let up. Keep going and do the right things.” And it’s no doubt that Donna has done just that. The Cleaning Angel company also
has a Refer-A-Friend program that can offer either a free clean or a discount once you refer friends and family. Whether you need a deep-house cleaning, or a regular cleaning, Donna’s angels will provide your home with the versatile tools needed to uncover your place’s natural shine. And if you own a rental property or two, there’s no need to stress! The experienced and well-trained angels perform every job with the finest cleaning products, including high-quality germkilling chemicals, commercial grade vacuums, and much more. Due to Covid 19, the Angels also wear masks and follow CDC guidelines while cleaning your home. But the shine doesn’t just stop there – Donna’s Cleaning Angels also offers commercial cleaning for offices, such as real estate offices, doctor offices, and more! “If anyone is looking for a great cleaning service then call Donna’s Cleaning Angels at 727-942-8289,” Bob Fortin of Tarpon Springs advertised about the company. “I have been using this service for about three years. Attention to detail and professionalism
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is what is very important to me and I have been very satisfied each time the ladies come to clean my home. Customer service has been wonderful and they are extremely dependable.” Over the course of almost 30 years, all it took was one determined individual to turn a small business into a sparkling success with many loyal customers. Just as she touched the heart of her elderly friend in hospice, so does Donna bless her community every day, by managing her team to care about helping others and to provide the best service they can. But don’t just take others’ word for it - give Donna’s Cleaning Angels a chance to sparkle up your own home or commercial space today! After all, to many people in our area, they really are “Simply the Best.” Dust your home ownership worries away with a sparkling clean from Donna’s Cleaning Angels! Call Donna’s Cleaning Angels now at (727) 942-8289. Don’t forget to check out Donna’s Cleaning Angels on FaceBook! References provided upon request.
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“BergHOFF”
- continued from page 1 beginner cook to the seasoned chef for a limited or a broader budget, BergHOFF offers a wide range of products. In 2006, Owners Raymond and Deborah Van Den Langenbergh moved to Odessa/Trinity area to house their North American headquarters. Their new location was designed to be the distribution point for all BergHOFF products that went to stores in North America, South America, Mexico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In 2006, Ray and Deborah wanted to create a showroom where they could meet with the companies that bought and sold BergHOFF products. However, as they did so, they were surprised to find local residence knocking on the door asking if they could come in and buy BergHOFF products directly. While this had never been done before, on November 26, 2006 they opened the doors and welcomed our first customers. Over 8,000 customers have
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enjoyed the opportunity to purchase some of the best culinary products, at a buy direct price. BergHOFF sells cookware, knives, portable induction cooktops, porcelain, flatware, cook’s tools, ovenware & bakeware, outdoor Kamado Grills, Tabletop BBQ & accessories. Made of only the finest materials, BergHOFF spends a lot of time creating energy efficient products, as their cookware is induction ready, long lasting products. BergHOFF store is a fantastic place to shop and
save, whether you are looking for a knife set, some pots & pans or perhaps the perfect gift for the chef in your life. One of the most important features of the store is the ability for customers to look, touch and feel the products and we believe in customer service. We are here to help you choose the right products to match your needs, per the store manager, Candace Powers. It is the spirit of all things culinary that touts BergHOFF’s international acclaim and numerous design awards.
Over the years BergHOFF has won close to 100 of the most prestigious design awards. ( will send you the logos of the awards and you can place them here.) BergHOFF is a proud sponsor of JCAA, Jacobson Culinary Arts Academy at Tarpon Springs High School. The brand new Liquidation Center, opened a year ago, offering Outdoor Products, Grills, BBQ Accessories and many more items they have promoted thru the years at amazing prices. Collector Swarovski pieces at 40% OFF,
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exercise machines (popular at physical therapy locations) at a discounted price, designer ladies handbags & jewelry and so much more. Stop in,
look twice, never miss out on great deals located in the same building just a different entrance. Buy Smart…Buy Quality at
Great Prices. BergHOFF is located at 11063 SR 54 (between Little Rd & Gunn Hwy in Odessa) just minutes from East Lake. BergHOFF is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 5pm, closed Sundays and Mondays and Holidays.
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For more information email us at store@berghoffusa. com or call us at 727 853 3373. For the Liquidation Store, call 727 853 3371. If you are not able to visit our Store & Liquidation center, visit their website: shopberghoff.com.
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JACOBSON CULINARY ARTS ACADEMY AT TARPON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Andouille Sausage, potato, and leek sauté • 12 ounces Andouille sausage • 1-pound small creamy white potatoes or red bliss, cut in half or quartered • 2 medium leeks, sliced • 1 large red sweet pepper, sliced • 2 tablespoon olive oil • 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine • 1 cup fresh cherry or plum tomatoes, cut in half • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme • 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes • Salt and pepper to taste
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In a large skillet heat a few drizzles of olive oil. Add potatoes and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and let potatoes cook for several minutes, let brown on one side before turning. Remove green tops of leeks, slice the white part of leek into ½ inch slices. Place in water and wash to remove any sand. Cook the potatoes for 8 – 10 minutes until fork tender. Add leeks, sweet red peppers, and garlic. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until leeks and peppers begin to soften. Slice the andouille sausage into ¼ inch slices and add to pan.
Cook covered on medium heat for several minutes Adjust seasoning, add fresh thyme, pepper flakes and tomatoes.
Allow to cook for several more minutes until everything is warmed through. Serve by itself, or over white rice.
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