21 Friday Aug 2015
Posted in cocktails & coffees, love to cook
I was on a mission to develop a new Friday Night Cocktail. I wanted it to represent Summer Thyme, because while I’m always excited about Autumn…I in no way want to rush through the last month of ‘official’ summer.
This Red Grapefruit Mojito {with Vanilla Simple Syrup} might be the perfect seasonal segue. The crisp flavor of fresh squeezed Ruby Red Grapefruit and Lime are super refreshing. Continue reading »
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10 Sunday May 2015
Posted in cocktails & coffees, love to cook
It’s Mother’s Day and on this year, also my birthday. I’m feeling doubly blessed. Enjoyed a wonderful lunch out with my family. Received many birthday wishes & calls from family & friends. And now…now I’m sipping on a Strawberry Mojito. And it is good. Continue reading »
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04 Monday Aug 2014
Posted in healthy choices, love to cook, pasta, salads, side dishes, vegetarian
I’m not sure why I’ve waited so long to make homemade Tabouleh. It’s packed full of fresh herbs and aromatics, my absolute favorite way to enhance flavor. Today, I introduced this dish to several friends, who I think now also share my love of this Middle Eastern salad.
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04 Wednesday Jun 2014
Posted in cocktails & coffees, love to cook
Oh my. How I love a Mojito.
I made this Blueberry Mojito in mere minutes. Key ingredients: fresh mint, limes, sugar, ice, rum, club soda and in this case blueberries.
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28 Saturday Dec 2013
Posted in beverages, breakfast & brunch, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, vegetarian
Here’s to a fresh and healthy start to the New Year. I’ve only had my new Vitamix blender for a few days now but I’m certain I’m going to love it. I’ve made Orange Vanilla Vinaigrette and Thai Pumpkin Soup using recipes from the Vitamix cookbook. Both were delicious. This morning I made this Going Green Smoothie without a recipe. We’ll call it a trial run. Continue reading »
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28 Friday Jun 2013
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, sauces, tips & techniques, vegetarian
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Mango Salsa.
You really ought to give fresh fruit a chance. I know I’m preaching to the choir for many of you, but there are a good number of people who don’t want to be bothered with fruit. Ahem. Continue reading »
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22 Saturday Jun 2013
Posted in appetizers, cooking for two, 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. Continue reading »
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02 Sunday Jun 2013
Posted in appetizers, healthy choices, love to cook, side dishes, vegetarian
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cauliflower, cilantro, ginger, lemon, mint, tandoori marinade
Whole Roasted Tandoori Cauliflower with Mint Chutney.
I realize this recipe is not for everyone. Someone in my house was a bit skeptical himself. Having said that, if you’ll follow this picture montage to the end, you’ll see what a whole roasted tandoori cauliflower looks like, only 17 minutes after it comes out of the oven. And I didn’t work alone. Continue reading »
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16 Thursday May 2013
Posted in Asian, beef, pork, lamb, healthy choices, love to cook, salads
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Basil, beef steak, cilantro, fish sauce, ginger, lime juice, mint, peanuts, radish, scalion, soy sauce, Thai chile, Thai red curry paste
Thai Beef Salad.
What a lovely way to enjoy a good piece of beef. I know most recipes call for using lean flank steak. And while I’m sure that’s very nice on this salad, on the rare occasion that we have steak, I prefer the most tender cut I can find. And that would be a filet. Grilled to medium-rare. Sliced nice and thin. It was that thought alone that inspired this recipe post. Every bite of this Thai Beef Salad is a flavor explosion. Continue reading »
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23 Thursday Aug 2012
Posted in dressings & marinades, gluten free, herbs, oils & spices, love to cook
For the Cilantro Mint Pesto, combine cilantro, mint, oregano, almonds, honey, and vinegar in a small food processor. Fine chop ingredients and with processor running drizzle in olive oil. Then season with salt & pepper. Continue reading »
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