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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”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”
Minnesota is now ripe for the picking! Amidst the state park forests and trails you will find mushrooms, ramps, leeks, wild asparagus, fiddle-head ferns, and the aromas of spring fresh in the air. Foraging has always been one of my favorite past times: getting fresh air, enjoying the beautiful scenery, and hunting for Minnesota’s treasures. I have always had an affinity toward morels (See my morel butter recipe!) but this year I have found a new obsession: the Pheasant Back mushroom, also called the Dryad’s Saddle. It’s a large, disc-shaped mushroom with a light, delicate flavor — almost like a cucumber or watermelon rind.
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”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!
Continue reading “Ginger-Soy Marinated Green Beans”