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Jun 08
Black Bean Salsa
Delicious and healthy! Serve Black Bean Salsa with chips, or with grilled chicken and an ice-cold drink this summer for a healthier and lighter meal. If you don’t care for avocado leave it out. If cilantro isn’t your thing you can substitute with parsley. Enjoy! 2 (15-oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (17-oz) …
Jun 04
Pecan-Crusted Salmon
Pecan-crusted salmon has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor. Soaking the salmon will help remove the strong taste salmon tends to have. Use whatever you have on hand whether it is milk, half and half, buttermilk, or cream. I also like to use half butter half olive oil instead of the vegetable oil. Using a cast …
Jun 01
Marinated Cheddar Cheese
CHEESE….what can I say I love it! I do eat more than I should, but hey I can’t help it. This recipe calls for mozzarella cheese, but I use sharp cheddar. I need more flavor. I upped the sun-dried tomatoes too, because to me the more the merrier. I have made this with dried herbs …
May 28
Sweet ‘n’ Sour Coleslaw
Another great summer time side dish. Quick prep, and great flavor. Enjoy! 5 1/2 C. coleslaw mix (14 oz. bag) 1/2 C. heavy whipping cream 1/4 C. sugar 3 Tbsp. white vinegar 1/2 tsp. salt In a large serving bowl, whisk the whipping cream, sugar, vinegar and salt. Add the coleslaw mix to bowl and …
May 21
Homemade Refried Beans
It is hard to take a good picture of refried beans, since they don’t look delicious on their own. I like making my own for a couple of reasons. First, this recipe makes more than I need for one meal, so I can freeze some for another time (puts me ahead). Second, I can use …
May 15
Chicken Marsala
Here is your chance to have Chicken Marsala at home and not just when you visit a restuarant. This is an easy and elegant recipe for a family meal or a special occasion. Serve Chicken Marsala with your choice of rice, pasta or mashed potatoes. Enjoy! 1/2 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. …
May 11
Carolina Marinated Pork Tenderloin
There are a couple of things to making a delicious, moist, grilled pork tenderloin. Due to pork being very bland by itself, one is to let it sit in a marinade as long as you can to pull in lots of great flavor. This can be done with a dry rub too. Second is not …
May 09
Individual Apple Crisps
This pared-down version of apple crisp for two is so delicious and just the right size. Again, very quick to toss together; great for after dinner, or with a cup of coffee. Enjoy! 1 C. thinly sliced peeled tart apple 1 Tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. water 2 Tbsp. plus 2 tsp. all-purpose flour 2 Tbsp. …
May 06
Cold Farfalle Salad
Looking for a great salad for summer picnics? With no mayonnaise being used, this one is perfect. Since I do not care for olives, I do not add them, hence there are none in the picture. Frozen corn can be substituted, just thaw before adding to the salad. Enjoy! 8 to 10 oz. farfalle (bowtie …
May 03
Kale Chips
Have you heard of kale chips? They are one of the new health snacks, and they are delicious. Very simple to make. You can experiment and use any seasonings that you wish. Give them a try and I think you will be hooked. Enjoy! 1 bunch of kale olive oil salt and pepper Preheat oven …