Spinach Turkey Burger With Mango Mayonnaise & Grilled Pineapple

Spinach Turkey Burger With Mango Mayonnaise & Grilled Pineapple
This not so little burger was messy, juicy and jumping with flavor! Napkins are a must with this healthy burger. It’s also a great way to get greens into your day…even for the kiddo’s. The mayonnaise is outstanding and the dollop of my homemade pesto took this burger off the charts. A great burger for this holiday weekend… Continue reading

Stuffed Pepper Pizza

Stuffed Pepper Pizza 1
My Hubby came home early yesterday for a long lunch. So while he was taking a dip in the pool I decided to serve him a little lunch poolside. For an easy go to pizza I like to use Naan bread so I always keep some in the freezer. Also the garden has begun to produce some nice green peppers so I just thought… Stuffed Pepper Pizza. Super quick and easy and we were both enjoying lunch poolside!  Continue reading

Ahi Tuna Lettuce Wraps With Sesame, Ginger Mayonnaise And Crispy Onions

Ahi Tuna Lettuce Wraps With Sesame, Ginger Mayonnaise And Crispy Onions 3
This time of year is the best for lettuce from the garden. Our new favorite to grow is Boston Bib or Big Boston from our heirloom seed collection. We buy almost all of our seeds from Bakers Creek because we know they are committed to saving heirloom seeds from all over the world….I highly recommend checking them out at rareseeds.com. Today’s lunch of lightly seared tuna with an awesome Asian inspired mayonnaise was delicious! And the little crunch from the crispy onions (also from the garden) was perfect!
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Taco Tuesday: Mexican Beef~Meat Pie

Mexican Beef Meat Pie
When I was growing up my mother made a dish called ‘Tom’s Taco’s‘ and although I didn’t like it much when I was young, I had the memory of it recently. After reading her recipe, I quickly went to work changing it into something I would enjoy. I kept the Frito’s, because I remembered that was the best part.  Here’s what developed… Continue reading

Black Bean Burger With Sun Dried Tomatoes, Basil & Goat Cheese

Black Bean Burger With Sun Dried Tomatoes, Basil & Goat Cheese
I really like veggie burgers, but I have to admit I prefer to make my own. I get the occasional Falafel when I am in the city, but at home it’s black bean burgers for me. I like to switch them up with different flavor profiles and this time it was with basil, sun dried tomatoes and a smear of creamy goat cheese. Yummy… Continue reading

1-2-3-4 1/2 Mac & Cheese

Simple Mac & Cheese 2
I was swapping recipes at a picnic about 15 years ago with a stay at home dad. I’m not one for remembering things if I don’t write them down, but this was one I could remember… 1-2-3-4… Lol! Over the years I’ve changed cheeses to find the perfect creamy combo and I’ve added an extra 1/2 cup of milk for the same reason. I have been known to add herbs, spinach, ham, bacon, chicken, corn and tomatoes … whatever I want to make it a meal. Served here as a side, it is everyone’s favorite.  Continue reading

Orecchiette Pasta With Sauteed Tomatoes, Sausage And Fresh Basil

Orecchiette Pasta With Sauted Tomatoes, Sausage And Fresh Basil
The other day I bought a big package of grape tomatoes for a salad I was making for a picnic, the only problem was when I left the house I left the tomatoes too! Ugh… alas, I decided to make a sautéed tomato and pasta dinner the next night. It was very good – so I am sharing it with you. Continue reading