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From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity

Spicy Tuesday – Collard Green Pesto – Basil

Spicy Tuesday – Collard Green Pesto – Basil

Who says basil has to be the only leafy ingredient in pesto? Not us! Recently we presented a class on “Eating for Energy” and highlighted the leafy greens that packed the most powerful punch. This green that is sometimes hard to love because of its strong flavor can...

Friday Four 083118: Cheesy Grilled Corn and Chile Casserole

Friday Four 083118: Cheesy Grilled Corn and Chile Casserole

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Grilled Corn and  Chile Casserole  3 Cups Grilled Corn, (about 2 -3 ears of shucked corn) 3 Roasted Poblano or Hatch Chiles, chopped 2 Cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, divided ¼ Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese ¼ Cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise ¼ Cup...

Spicy Tuesday – Crab Stuffed Tomatoes – Basil

Spicy Tuesday – Crab Stuffed Tomatoes – Basil

Ripe, red tomatoes stuffed full with briny crab, lemon and basil? Yup, we love easy and delicious appetizers like this. This quick recipe fills up lots of small tomatoes – or for a yummy dinner on a hot night, OR dress some baby greens with a little lemon juice and...

Spicy Tuesday – Melon Skewers with Asian Lime Dressing – Mint

Spicy Tuesday – Melon Skewers with Asian Lime Dressing – Mint

You may think that watermelon is just a juicy sweet dessert – but this savory, spicy skewer will change your mind! The hoisin along with the zesty lime and crunchy nuts compliment the sugary moist melon. Don’t miss out the easy-to-make hoisin, you’ll have leftover...

Spicy Tuesday – Guacamole Stuffed Eggs – Smoked Paprika

Spicy Tuesday – Guacamole Stuffed Eggs – Smoked Paprika

The tangy guacamole filling in these eggs combined with the creamy yolk to create a taste sensation that will surprise you and have your hand reaching for a second in no time at all, This recipe will make 6 servings, perfect for dinner tonight topping a summer-fresh...

Spicy Tuesday – Chile Chickpea and Artichoke Dip – Cilantro

Spicy Tuesday – Chile Chickpea and Artichoke Dip – Cilantro

Here's a fun summer dip that you can switch out for hummus - perfectly delicious to drag a carrot or a skewer of tomatoes through! Just a bit more than a handful of ingredients creates this unusual recipe, each adding its own special flavor. Make a double batch and...

Drink Wine and Get Organized for the Fourth of July!

Drink Wine and Get Organized for the Fourth of July!

Talking summer weekends – and celebrating next week’s Fourth of July! Neatsmart’s Carrie and I whipped up a yummy and versatile pesto, tasted a shareable red wine for pairing and talked about what you DON’T have to worry about over the long weekend!...

Spicy Tuesday – Strawberry Pistachio Ricotta Toasts – Basil

Spicy Tuesday – Strawberry Pistachio Ricotta Toasts – Basil

Strawberries are everywhere these days and so beautiful. We love using them in new and interesting ways like this fun idea for bruschetta - its sure to be a crowd pleaser! We've use basil for garnish on this pretty toast. It adds a spicy herbal flavor to the...

Spicy Tuesday – Better than Caprese Skewers – Basil

Spicy Tuesday – Better than Caprese Skewers – Basil

The basil in home gardens here in Atlanta is starting to shoot up like a teenage boy, and the aroma can capture the kitchen – whether or not you even turn on the stove.For us basil is a sign that summer is on its way - and oh! we are ready! We love basil for its use...

Spicy Tuesday – Black Bean and Avocado Hummus – Garlic

Spicy Tuesday – Black Bean and Avocado Hummus – Garlic

Memorial day was the kickoff to summer – and we see lots of yummy picnics, patio parties and potlucks ahead! This is a dip we love to share – black bean goodness and the yummy creaminess of avocado. Although garlic isn’t techinically an herb – we often think of it as...

Memorial Day Munchies on  Atlanta and Company Today

Memorial Day Munchies on Atlanta and Company Today

Memorial Day is just around the corner – and as the kickoff to summer fun – many of us will be picnicking, patio dining and enjoying the great outdoors! I loved sharing 2 fun and easy appetizer with host Cara,  that are great for sharing, along with a perfect wine...