Recipes from Chef Nancy Waldeck
TWO Spectacular Summer Salads Its hot and steamy summer, and its hard to get excited about turning on the oven – here are two EASY and delicious salads that you can serve up for dinner on their own, or as a super side to the grill. So Cara and I whipped up...
Friday Four 071417: Happy Bastille Day French Inspired Tuna Salad
This recipe for a beautiful and hardy salad is perfect for a hot summer weekend – especially on Bastille Day!
Spicy Tuesday – Super Foods Brussels Sprouts Slaw – Parsley
Sure, Parsley makes a good garnish. We’ve all seen the little sprig adorning the side of the plate, but did you know how good PARSLEY is for you? Parsley is a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. When consumed regularly, it can combat the onset of many disorders....
Friday Four 070717: GUAC Stuffed Eggs
If you, like me, think the firm rubbery white of a deviled egg is just a handy vehicle for the creamy and luscious filling stuffed inside, you’ll love this recipe. Combining the tangy taste of guacamole and the buttery taste of the yolks is a match made in heaven. See if you don’t agree!
Drink Wine and Get Organized: July 3rd Summer Fun Edition
What do Vidalia Onions, Summer Cherries and Pantry Organization have in Common? Did you join us? It was our fourth FACEBOOK LIVE video yesterday for a little wine tasting, a couple of easy yummy recipes, good pantry organizing tips and LOTs of laughs....
Friday Four 063017: Peach and Goat Cheese Slaw
If you are looking for a side for your weekend barbecue – look no further! Cool and juicy, easy to make and quick with fruit forward flavors everyone will love!
Spicy Tuesday – Date Bites with Indian Spices – Cardamom
Just like yours, our lives are on the go! Between families and jobs, friends and obligations it’s not surprising that it’s sometimes hard to find time to eat. Instead of resorting to fast food or purchased bars, these easy-to-make, flavor filled date bites are...
Friday Four 062317: Lentil, Sweet Potato and Spinach Sliders
This recipe is sure to please even the carnivores among your family and friends. SO worth making, even if its not a recipe you’ll whip up in 15 minutes – it will make 12 to 15 burgers or up to 30 slider-sized burgers. They freeze GREAT, so make them and enjoy them one, two or three times!
Drink Wine and Get Organized – First Day of Summer!
We had a blast on Wednesday with our latest Facebook LIVE video. Neatsmart owner Carrie Peebles presented some smart organizing tips, and I got to share a trio of super cool summer eats and the wine that pairs perfectly with them. If you didn't get a chance to see the...
Spicy Tuesday – Spring Green Salad with Dill Dressing – Dill
Does the clean fresh aroma of dill make you happy? Us, too. Great news - dill can be used in more than just pickles. This easy recipe highlights the versatility of this mouth-watering herb. The feathery soft fronds are used in both the salad and the dressing, but...
Almost Summer Chilled Soups – Atlanta and Company
Almost Summer Chilled Soups Even though it’s almost summer, it can still be soup time! Soup is wonderful chilled, whether savory or sweet. I'm showing host Cara how to make these soups - even without turning on your oven! Roasted Red Pepper Gazpacho 1 Large English...
Churrasco Style Steak with Chimichurri
Father’s Day is Sunday, and we’re planning on celebrating with this South American take on steak. Even if you’re not a steak eater – this rub and sauce are too good to pass up!
Drink Wine and Get Organized – Fathers Day Edition!
Fab Friend and professional organizer Carrie Peeples of Neatsmart joined me in our second FACEBOOK LIVE last week, we had a blast. I promised to share her fabulous organizing tips, as well as some yummy wines and my paired foods for Dad on his special day....
Spicy Tuesday – Spicy Summery Fruit – Garam Masala
In India, it’s said that every family has its own secret recipe for Garam Masala. Each kitchen holds the key to the amounts and types of spices and herbs that create the mix. A yummy combo of ground spices like Cinnamon, Cumin, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Turmeric, Bay...
Atlanta and Company – Super Sides for Dad’s Day!
You may already be prepping the grill for Fathers Day on Sunday, but what’s going on the side? Here’s a couple of quick and yummy ideas to whip up for dinner that Dad AND the whole gang will love! Grilled Veggie Skewers Broccoli Florets Cauliflower Florets Baby or...
Friday Four 060917: Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Mango Salsa
I’m thinking ahead to Father’s Day with this recipe and really, the entire summer grilling season! There’s nothing like folding warm grilled shrimp into a corn tortilla and topping it with cool and tropical salsa. Don’t limit your enjoyment of this easy avocado and mango salsa with the shrimp tacos – its tastes great with a chip, too.
Spicy Tuesday – Cherries and Berries Salad – Cinnamon
Here in Georgia, cherries are just starting to roll into the stores. We love the bright cheerful flavor and color they add to recipes. Here’s an easy and delicious way to add them to a salad that's tart and delicious. You can find *wheat berries in many grocery stores...
Friday Four 060217: Grilled Ras Al Hanout Kebobs with Moroccan Taktouka Salad
Although we grill all year round in Atlanta, Memorial Day weekend makes it official…its grilling season! This is a fun and easy way to enjoy an entire dinner off the grill, whether you prefer a veggie or meaty meal. And don’t let the rest of the yummy Ras El Hanout spice blend that you make for the recipe go to waste. Use it on roasted veggies, or fish from the grill, too.
Spicy Tuesday – Smoked Trout on Granny Smith Apples – Horseradish
Spicy, pungent, hot and healthy, its hard to NOT like horseradish. Shayna and I love it for its special, (sneaky), way of enhancing flavors in food. Have you ever seen a horseradish root up close and personal? Isn’t it gnarly and ancient looking? Did you know that it...
Friday Four 052617: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Easy, full of protein and the flavors we associate with Mediterranean foods like olives, capers, roasted red peppers and garlic this is a super picnic and potluck salad for a holiday weekend! No. 1 : Quick Recipe Mediterranean Quinoa Salad 1 1/2 Cups...