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Sep 09
Dijon Crusted Halibut with Orange Butter Sauce
This is another dish that can be prepared very quickly for a great weeknight meal, or is impressive enough to wow dinner guests. Halibut can be hard to find and pricey; I have used cod and it works just as well. Extra dry vermouth can be used in place of the white wine also. Enjoy! …
Aug 28
Macaroni Salad
One of the great side dishes for summer that is great with anything grilled is macaroni salad. This dish is so simple and quick to make there is no need to buy a pre-made brand from the grocery store. Feel free to use what veggies you would like. Enjoy! 1-1/2 C. uncooked macaroni 1 Tbsp. …
Aug 24
San Francisco Pork Chops
I have made these for years using bone-in chops and a crock pot, but I like this way much better. The pork chops simmer in a sweet and savory sauce that, when thickened, is great served over rice, pasta or mashed potatoes. Enjoy! 4 boneless pork chops (3/4-in thick) 1 Tbsp. oil 1 garlic clove, …
Aug 17
Baked Avocado with Salsa
You will find these stuffed avocados deliciously packed full of flavor. The salsa is enough for two whole avocados. It is also great over grilled chicken or tossed with cooked pasta. The nutritional facts on avocado, tomatoes, and garlic are so incredible that we should definitely be adding more of these foods to our diets. …
Aug 04
Grilled Peaches with Hot Buttered Rum Sauce
Grilling fruit brings out more of the fruit’s natural sweetness, and it’s quick and easy. The peaches in this recipe need to be ripe. If you use hard dry peaches, that is what you will have once they are grilled. Adding fresh, juicy peaches to ice-cold vanilla ice cream, topped with a to die for …
Jul 24
Chili Jack Chicken
This dish is quick, simple, and very easy to double. The green chilies used have no heat to them, but if you would like a little spice, swap the Monterey Jack cheese out for Pepper Jack. Feel free to use any mustard you would like, and deglazing the pan with white wine before adding the …
Jul 21
Tropical Coconut Pudding
Celebrate summer with this velvety smooth coconut pudding topped with tropical fruit. If you want to add some crunch, add either crushed banana chips or chopped macadamia nuts. Toasted coconut would be another great topper. I have found if I make sure to whisk continually, while cooking the pudding, it eliminates the need for the …
Jul 17
Pineapple Shrimp Packets
These shrimp packets are great for weeknight dinners or a backyard cookout. When grilling steaks, throw a few on the grill for a surf and turf dinner. The shrimp are seasoned beautifully with the seafood seasoning and a hint of sweetness from the brown sugar and pineapple. A bonus is easy clean-up! Enjoy! 6 canned …
Jul 13
Stromboli
Here is a quick and easy way to impress your family at dinner time. Start by using any deli meats and cheeses you like. The dough can be fresh, frozen or a can from the refrigerated section of your store. I make my own marinara sauce, and have added it below, but feel free to …
Jul 06
Grilled Flank Steak
This marinade flavors flank or skirt steak beautifully while tenderizing also. Grilled flank steak is great for fajitas or a steak salad. Remember to slice against the grain. Enjoy! 1/2 C. soy sauce 1/4 C. red wine or beef broth 2 green onions, sliced 3 Tbsp. lemon juice 3 Tbsp. canola oil 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire …