Last weekend my family was grilling out and I brought a fruit dish. Being it later in the season, I decided to go with: apples! and what better to season them with than: cinnamon!
Continue reading “…Because Who Doesn’t Like THEM Apples?”Lunches & Snacks for the Kiddos
It’s important for kids to eat a well-balanced meal, but sometimes it’s not always easy to plan one. As opposed to the unhealthy (and expensive!) snacks from the store, here are some great healthy lunch and snack ideas, most of which can be made ahead of time.
Continue reading “Lunches & Snacks for the Kiddos”Spice Up Your Routine
Spice blends are always great to have on-hand. They basically take the guesswork out of making something taste good. You can toss them with vegetables or potatoes before roasting; add flavor to chicken, fish, or other meats; season a soup, stew, or skillet meal; add to a sauce, hummus, or a quick sour cream dip. However, store-bought spice blends can be expensive, and often contain unwanted ingredients like MSG or way too much sodium.
Continue reading “Spice Up Your Routine”Easy, Delicious, Deli Salads
Produce season is finally here, and local farmer’s markets are starting to fill up with this year’s crop of Minnesota goodness. Summer’s vegetables are meant to be eaten fresh, giving you hydration and the best possible nutrients to nourish and replenish your body from Summer’s heat. Deli salads are a great way to enjoy them! Keep reading for a killer Curry Couscous salad recipe and another of my favorites, Quinoa Tabbouleh salad.
Continue reading “Easy, Delicious, Deli Salads”When Life Gives You Lemons… Preserve Them!
A few years ago, I was invited to attend a huge food show in California. There were hundreds of vendors with samples! It was sheer Abby Heaven. The vendor I remember the most was sampling a Moroccan Tagine sauce, made with olives and lemons. I was immediately in love. The flavor was deliciously tangy, yet deeply complex. There was something there I couldn’t place, and to this day I still haven’t been able to re-create that magnificent sauce. However, I think I now know why: Preserved lemons. These were something I have always heard of, but hadn’t typically used myself in cooking. I am now convinced this was the magical flavor that is almost a distant memory to me now…
Mouth-Watering Watermelon
On a hot summer day, it’s hard to top a nice, thick slice of chilled sweet watermelon. That is, unless, you decide to top it with some tangy goat cheese, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinegar and olive oil… because that would just be delicious!
Continue reading “Mouth-Watering Watermelon”Summer Smoothies
There’s almost nothing better on a hot summer day than the icy, fruity, refreshment of a slushie. A good frozen drink is perfect for a backyard event or simply relaxing in your own backyard. Please enjoy these delicious recipes for a tasty way to beat the heat or to use as an adult beverage mixer. Simply add the ingredients into a blender and let it do it’s magic!
Continue reading “Summer Smoothies”A New Twist on the Average Grill-Out
Backyard cookouts are synonymous with summer in Minnesota, andwe are well into the season! Burgers and brats are always great, but why not try something new– like a grilled brat with pizza toppings? Ever tried beer cheese sauce and onions on a brat? It’s delicious! Here are some more brat topping ideas to try. Or invite your friends and have a brat bar with different toppings. Enjoy!
Continue reading “A New Twist on the Average Grill-Out”Ginger-Soy Marinated Green Beans
This recipe is a great adaptation to your average refrigertor pickle. I love it in the summertime as light refreshing snack. However, I must warn : these are addicting!
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