Today was a simple lunch with lots of flavor. My honey and I sat outside and enjoyed our fabulous fajitas. Too bad he had to go back to the office or I would have made some of Linda’s excellent Springtime Sangria. This is a great dish for lunch or dinner… Continue reading
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Sausage & Vinegar Pepper Sandwich
There is just something so satisfying about a sausage and pepper sandwich. It’s something you get at a fair or have at a picnic. Well today I was in the mood for just that kind of sandwich. I decided to make it more like a burger and it worked really well… a little less cumbersome to eat too. Continue reading
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Black Bean & Garbanzo Bean Chili
What I love about this version of chili is how fresh and clean it tastes. I like choosing beans that are high in dietary fiber for the increase in calorie burn, then I don’t feel as guilty when I cover my chili in sour cream and cheese, (and have seconds). Continue reading
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Cucumber Salad With Homemade Garden Fresh Ranch Dressing
If you follow Linda and I, you’re starting to get to know us by now. I think you know I’m a huge fan of using the herbs in my garden. I have wanted to post pictures of my beautiful gardens, but to be honest, the rain has been overwhelming this summer and our weeds are a constant battle. The plants are beautiful, but so are the weeds. Lol! Linda visited last week and I gave her a tour of the gardens, so perhaps she will comment on all the beautiful plants growing. Since I love a good cucumber salad, today I used herbs and onions that I picked in the rain. Continue reading
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Fresh Salsa Made Easy
Summer, What a wonderful fresh time of year! I was in my garden yesterday and noticed the tomatoes are beginning to grow. Just a matter of time now. Well today I was craving fresh tomatoes so I went for my salsa that almost tastes like I just picked the tomatoes from my garden. This salsa is fresh, easy and delicious. Continue reading
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Sauteed Radishes
I doubt I’m the only person who sautes radishes, but I am the only person I know who does. When our garden starts popping these beautiful little spicy bites, I get excited. They are delicious when plucked straight from the garden and they have a peppery bite to them. Also the health benefits to radishes are many. If you’re interested in a little more information on the benefits of eating these little gems, check out 9 reasons to ‘Eat Your Radishes”. I like to saute them with onions and garlic. They become tender and sweet. The greens are also good for you and are great in soups. Continue reading
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Baked Steak with Onion Sherry Gravy
Beef and gravy…. serve it with a pile of mashed potatoes and comfort just says, Hello. If you have a meat and potatoes fella, than he’s gonna love you for this dish. Tender to a fault and the gravy is rich in flavor. Continue reading
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Pork Loin Braciole
Braciole is an Italian American dish. The name meaning thin slices of meat, usually pork, chicken, or beef that are pounded thin and rolled with a stuffing. The traditional stuffing has cheese and bread crumbs, but like all good dishes, this roulade can be made with all sorts of creations. I stuffed pork with pork in this briciole so how could it be anything but delicious. I will defiantly make this dish again. Next time I believe I will try it with red wine. Continue reading
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Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with a Sweet Onions, Gruyere Cheese & Garlic Stuffing
At the church I attend, we have a Senior appreciation dinner every year. I am honored to have been a part of it for 6 years, (time to pass the baton). My staff consisted of my three children, mom and dad (who are seniors), my niece & nephew, five high school students and me. What I love best about kids is they have no point of reference in the kitchen and simply follow directions. We fed an average of about 150 people. Every year it was a challenge, but honoring our seniors with a gourmet dish was my goal. This is a spin of one of the meals I made for them. Instead of the whole pork loin (or 14), I am using a pork tenderloin. This recipe requires some simple steps, but please don’t be intimidated. Continue reading
