15 Monday Jun 2020
Posted in breakfast & brunch, desserts, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, salads, side dishes
Peach, Berry & Basil Fruit Salad with Orange Vinaigrette.
Something special happens when the warm orange vinaigrette meets the sliced peaches and berries. Something really special. This wonderful Peach, Berry & Basil Fruit Salad is sweet and sexy enough to be served as dessert. I say let ’em eat dessert for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Continue reading »15 Monday Jul 2019
Posted in casseroles & comfort food, love to cook, pasta, Share the Love, vegetarian
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Basil, broccoli, carrots, eggplant, eggs, mozzarella cheese, oregano, panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, spinach, summer squash, thyme, zucchini
Farmers Market Roasted Veggie Lasagna.
I hope the picture above does this dish justice.
It was amazing.
I’m not one to go crazy with personal horn tooting but this was a huge success.
I have shared it with 13 people as of noontime today. The responses were unanimous. “Oh my.” “Can I have one more bite.” “Yum!” “Is this recipe on Lemony Thyme?”
11 Thursday Jul 2019
Posted in healthy choices, love to cook, Share the Love, soups, stews, chili, vegetarian
The next time you visit your local Farmers Market have this recipe in the back of your mind. In fact if you arrive near the close of the market, which means the ‘prettiest’ veggies will have been picked over, you’ll often find farmers willing to let their remaining produce go at a reduced price. Perfect for making a giant batch of Farmers Market Minestrone Soup which allows you to {Share the Love}.
Continue reading »07 Wednesday Oct 2015
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Basil, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, elbow macaroni, garlic, ground beef, mushrooms, onion, oregano
Perhaps the dish I remember most from my childhood is Beefaroni. Not the canned type, but Homemade Beefaroni, that I think we had every week. It’s affordable, easy to prepare, family friendly, and so delicious. For that reason I consider this a comfort food recipe.
Continue reading »28 Friday Nov 2014
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Basil, brussels sprouts, diced tomatoes, onion, parmesan cheese, rosemary, sage, summer squash, sweet potato, thyme, vegetable broth, zucchini
For our Thanksgiving Dinner yesterday I served Parmesan Herb Roasted Veggies. It was my secret weapon to help keep me on my Healthy Choices plan. I knew no matter what else tempted me I could find comfort in that dish. Today as a fridge full of leftovers called to me…the first thing I did was make this soup.
Continue reading »30 Wednesday Apr 2014
Posted in herbs, oils & spices, love to cook, Mediterranean, seafood
Before I talk about this wonderful Lemon Basil Shrimp & Pasta dish, I must confess I’ve been keeping something from you. I wasn’t sure when it would be the right time to tell you. So I waited until I was sure we were in the clear. It is with great pride and joy that I share the news.
Continue reading »25 Friday Oct 2013
Posted in appetizers, love to cook, vegetarian
Roasted Tomato & Mozzarella.
I have seen some wonderful recipes lately for slow roasting tomatoes, like this one by The Foodie Physician. By cooking them low and slow you get a rich tomato flavor. They then can be used in dishes as you would sundried tomatoes. Delicious. Continue reading »
08 Sunday Sep 2013
Posted in love to cook, pasta, salads, vegetarian
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Blueberry, Basil & Goat Cheese Pasta Salad.
I recently saw an article in Cooking Light Magazine that featured 250 Calorie Pasta Dishes. The idea was to start with a portion of your favorite cooked pasta, then add 3-4 of your favorite mix-ins to create a fabulous meal. That got me thinking.
Continue reading »14 Wednesday Aug 2013
Posted in chicken & turkey, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, Weight Watchers
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Basil, chicken, garic, kalamata olives, onion, tomatoes, white beans
Provençal Chicken is a wonderful weeknight meal. It’s light and full of flavor. Did I mention all you do is add the ingredients into your slow cooker, set it on low and go out the door and start your day. When you and your family arrive home 8 hours later….well let’s just say you’ll move up a notch on your way to rock star status.
Continue reading »22 Saturday Jun 2013
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, seafood, Weight Watchers
Crisp Cod Cakes with Peach Basil Relish.
I had a moment yesterday. A really big moment. I was on my way to work via McDonald’s drive-thru when my phone rang. The voice on the other end said “Lib, I’ve got to do something.” I pulled my car into a parking lot and sat and listened. She proceeded to share a conversation she had with her 7 year-old daughter that morning…a conversation that brought us both to tears.
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