Recipes from Chef Nancy Waldeck

Friday Four 080219: Cool and Creamy Avocado and Dill Soup
When it’s summer, it doesn’t mean it’s not “soup time” in the healthy kitchen!

Spicy Tuesday – Blueberry Salsa – Cilantro
Blueberries are everywhere in Georgia right now! We are taking advantage of the bounty by serving up this easy-to-make salsa with handmade chips, or as a bruschetta with a little goat cheese. Jalapeños, shallots and cilantro aren’t what we usually think as...

Friday Four – Blueberry Balsamic Salad – 080219
The summer season means BERRIES! This versatile and easy salad is full of blueberries, both whole and in the dressing.

Friday Four – Crunchy Orange Oatmeal Cookies – 072619
Sometimes you just want a treat to share with others. Celebrate generosity by baking and taking these easy, better-for-you cookies!

Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Fish with Peppers and Lemon – Dill
Do the words “simple and full of flavor” make you as happy as they do us? Shayna and I are busy, busy, busy people at work and home. Shayna has three cute little boys and very nice husband. I am married to a wonderful man who keeps me hopping and a demanding business....

Friday Four 071919: Refreshing and Cool Mango and Avocado Salad
Whew! HOT humid HOT in Atlanta – which is fine by me as long as I whip up salads like this for dinner!

Grilled Summer Veggies with Herbed Mustard Dressing
Summer time is grill time – especially to bring out the delicious flavors of veggies! This week we have used beautiful seasonal veggies like squash and zucchini along with radishes, garlic and red onions to create the most beautiful platter. You can use any seasonal...

Friday Four 071219: Simply Summer Fruit Tarts
Its so easy to capture the ripe juicy taste of summer in these fool-proof galettes!

Spicy Tuesday – Sundried Tomato Pesto with Oodles of Zoodles – Basil
This sundried tomato pesto is a great way of capturing the essence of sundried tomatoes in a pesto that can be used as an appetizer on top of a log of goat cheese, tossed with hot pasta in the cooler or months, or as a topping for “soodles” or veggie noodles in the...

Friday Four 070519: Summer Squash, Feta and Mint Pasta
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Summer Squash, Feta and Mint Pasta 2 LB Zucchini or Summer Squash, Halved and Sliced into 1/2” Pieces 1 TB Sea Salt 3 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Cup Finely Chopped Red Onion 2 Garlic Cloves, Grated Zest and Juice of a Large Lemon 2 Cups Quartered...

Spicy Tuesday – Mojito Fruit Salad – Mint
If you are planning a celebration for the 4thlike we are – here’s the perfect idea to share. Full of seasonal flavor and the bright taste of mint, serve up this orange-filled fruit salad up for a side or dessert! Make sure to keep it in the cooler until just before...

Friday Four 062819: Happy 4th! Veggie Burgers for the Grill
July 4th is all about fun, community, celebration and grilling up goodies for everyone. We’ve got a veggie slider that is: Super Delicious, Easy to make, Can be prepped ahead of time AND Can be doubled and frozen!

Spicy Tuesday – Refreshing Mango and Tomato Salad – Parsley
We may be "jumping the gun" and celebrating early with our summery-refreshing salad, but we just don’t care! Whip up this salad now, and make it through out the summer as well! The tart sweet tomatoes are a great foil for the juicy ripe mango. Easy AND delicious....

Fun with Drink Wine Get Organized (DWGO) on Facebook Live – Spanish Almond Caper Sauce and Closet Upgrades!
Missed the segment? Click below to access the video! https://www.facebook.com/nancy.waldeck/videos/10219523092490665/ Spanish Almond Caper Sauce Makes about 2 Cups – keeps for 4-5 days in the fridge, or freezes great. You can halve the recipe or double it, too! 1 Cup...

Friday Four 062119: Summertime Corn and Tomato Tacos with Poblano Salsa – 062119
Happy Summer! Love that we are rolling into to corn and tomato season – here’s a way to celebrate the bounty of summer gardens!

Spicy Tuesday – Basil-Balsamic Vinaigrette to top Grilled Veggies – Basil
Father's Day kicks off the official grilling season most everywhere - and there’s nothing better from the grill than seasonal veggies. Here’s a way to serve up those delicious veggies that is not only appetizing – but beautiful. Basil is a great accompaniment to...

Friday Four 061419: Happy Dads Day! Red Pepper Jelly Pork Tenderloin
Sunday is Fathers Day – and your chance to celebrate the men in your life – whether they have children or fur babies. Here’s flavorful easy recipe to salute Dad!

Spicy Tuesday – Broccoli Slaw with Zesty Orange Dressing and Georgia Pecans – Parsley
Spring and Summer are salad seasons! Here's a take on a crisp and crunchy salad that everyone will enjoy. Add this as a side to dinner tonight - or simply serve it up as cool dinner by itself – its THAT GOOD! We use parsley to ramp up the “green” flavor in this...

Friday Four 060719: Smashed Potato Salad with Manchego Vinaigrette
Have you tried “smashed” potatoes? Crisp and Crunchy, these easy-to-make unique baby potatoes burst with flavor!

Spicy Tuesday – Artichoke Pesto Topped Salmon – Basil
Summer brings grill season and we want to celebrate the grill, too! Here’s an easy recipe for salmon and a delicious artichoke pesto that's tastes delicious on the salmon AND as a dipper, too! To use your grill the healthiest way, marinate with acidic juices. This has...