May 28
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
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 …
Apr 03
You know the comforting potato casserole that calls for that famous condensed canned soup? Well, you don’t have to use that anymore to be able to enjoy the same taste, but without the processed soup. I toss a few seasonings like oregano, basil, garlic, salt and pepper to the bread crumbs for a little extra …
Feb 27
This bean salad is a great healthy side dish that screams summer. There is a nice zing from the red wine vinegar, the crunch of the celery and then fresh basil. Though it is great with anything grilled, the gentleman who created it likes to serve it as a bed for grilled tuna. Enjoy! 1 …
Jan 14
These potatoes can be mild or spicy, whichever way you prefer, depending on the cheese you choose to use. This is also a recipe easy to cut in half for just a couple of people. Pepper Jack Potatoes will satisfy when you are looking for that oooey gooey, potato, cheese side dish. A garnish of …
Sep 18
Whether you like brussels sprouts or not, what better way to make them better than to add bacon! 4 bacon slices 1 (14 oz) can chicken broth 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 1/2 lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed & halved Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat 10 minutes or until …
May 28
Another great side or salad topper. Enjoy! 2(15oz) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 small red onion finely chopped 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped A few celery ribs and leafy tops, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 3 Tbsp. olive oil Salt and …
May 17
Have you tried couscous? It looks like a type of rice but it is a really a tiny pasta. Another ingredient used in this dish is red peppers that you roast yourself. You could use store-bought but they are very simple to roast. If you don’t have fresh corn and use frozen wait til the …
May 03
For someone who “doesn’t like beets”, I have found another beet recipe that I really like. When I found out how awesome beets are for your body I had to find recipes so that I would enjoy eating them. This is a refreshing salad great for the summertime that comes from Martha Stewart’s whole living …
Mar 22
Haricots verts. Have you heard of them? They are French green beans; longer and thinner than the green beans we are used to here in the US. This recipe calls for haricots verts, but if you can’t find them in your grocery store don’t worry you can use the thinnest green beans available. They will …