01 Sunday Jun 2014
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avocado, cilantro, egg whites, eggs, lemony thyme, red onion, scallion, tarragon
There was a cooking show on Food Network a while back that we really liked. I can’t recall the name of it, but the host would always feature the ‘obedient ingredient.’ That’s exactly what I did this morning. I bought a few too many avocados this week so I’m turning them into serving vessels. Our Herbed Scrambled Eggs were quite happy in their avocado boats. Continue reading »
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31 Saturday May 2014
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, salads, seafood
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cilantro, cucumber, halibut, lime juice, red onion, scallops, serrano pepper, shrimp, Tomato
We celebrated Shelby’s birthday last evening. When we asked her what she’d like for dinner she said “one of your amazing Ribeye steaks.” To which we gladly obliged. I wanted to come up with a fun and light appetizer to start us off. I remembered a time when Shelby and I met for lunch at a Mexican restaurant in town. As soon as we sat down she said “you’ve got to try their Ceviche.” I had no idea she shared my love for this chilled seafood salad. Continue reading »
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26 Monday May 2014
Posted in appetizers, eat out of the fridge/pantry, healthy choices, love to cook, snacks
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black eyed peas, black olives, cilantro, corn, cumin, lime, pimento, radish, red onion, zucchini
Looking for an easy appetizer to bring to a holiday party….Cowboy Caviar might just be the answer. Cowboy Caviar is one of our most popular recipes. It’s no wonder since you can whip up a batch from ingredients already in your fridge and pantry. Continue reading »
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13 Tuesday May 2014
Posted in love to cook, salads, side dishes
I joined my mom and dad in-law for lunch on Saturday. Among other favorites, mom had made her amazing potato salad. It was still slightly warm and dad couldn’t say enough about it. There was an unmistakable twinkle in his eye. I’m certain my Warm German Potato Salad was one of the recipes that helped me catch my husband hook, line and sinker. I still make it when I want to capture his attention. Continue reading »
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22 Tuesday Apr 2014
Posted in burgers & sandwiches, healthy choices, love to cook, vegetarian
I woke up this morning and put on my workout clothes. I did it before I could talk myself out of it. I figured that gave me at least a 50% greater chance of it actually happening. Low and behold I have a workout under my belt. No way, no how was I going to offset that kind of progress with a unhealthy lunch choice so I made a California Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Continue reading »
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03 Thursday Apr 2014
Posted in appetizers, Asian, chicken, cooking for two, eat out of the fridge/pantry, love to cook
When life gives you Boston Bibb lettuce and chicken, the first thing that comes to mind are lettuce wraps. Our Chicken & Cashew Lettuce Wraps are a favorite but these Thai Larb Salad cups may have just inched them out in a popularity contest. Continue reading »
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22 Saturday Feb 2014
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, love to cook, Mexican/Latin, seafood
Margarita Ceviche
My mom gave me a unique cookbook several years ago called Surreal Gourmet Bites. It changed my life or at least the way I viewed food. Thank you Surreal Gourmet (Bob Blumer) for inspiring me to eat with my eyes first and thanks mom for always choosing gifts for life.
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23 Thursday Jan 2014
Posted in gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, Mediterranean, salads, vegetarian
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cucumber, feta cheese, fresh parsley, kalamata olives, lettuce, oregano, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, Tomato
It’s crazy to admit that this is the first time I have made a Greek Salad. I’ve loved every one I’ve ever enjoyed at a restaurant. For me it’s the combination of fresh ingredients with big bold flavor personalities, that somehow get along really well. No competitiveness here. I like it!! Continue reading »
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21 Tuesday Jan 2014
Posted in beef, pork, lamb, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, Mexican/Latin
Shredded Pork Tacos {with Chimichurri Sauce}.
We cooked a gorgeous Boston Butt Pork Roast this weekend that was seasoned oh so beautifully. We’re now having a blast coming up with ways to use shredded/pulled pork. We had Cuban Sandwiches on Saturday, pulled pork and gravy over mashed potatoes on Sunday, and these heavenly Shredded Pork Tacos {with Chimichurri Sauce} on Monday. Talk about the roast that keeps on giving!! Continue reading »
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05 Thursday Sep 2013
Posted in love to cook, Mexican/Latin, side dishes
Oh my word. Mexican Street Corn makes me want to board a plane and head to Mexico. Wait, I just made this incredible corn at home in 30 minutes. Continue reading »
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