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From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity

Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Fish with Peppers and Lemon – Dill

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

Friday Four 071919: Refreshing and Cool Mango and Avocado Salad

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Refreshing and Cool Mango and Avocado Salad 1 TB Lime Juice 1 TB Lime Zest ½ Tsp Dijon Mustard ¼ Cup Toasted Nut Oil (Almond, Hazelnut, Walnut, etc.) 1 Jalapeno*, Seeds and Ribs Removed, Minced ½ Cup Chopped Parsley Sea Salt and Freshly Ground...

Grilled Summer Veggies with Herbed Mustard Dressing

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

Friday Four 071219: Simply Summer Fruit Tarts

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Simply Summer Fruit Tarts Crust 1 Package Active Dry Yeast ¼  Cup Warm Water (about 105F) 2 Cups Whole Wheat Pastry Flour ¼ Cup Raw Sugar 1 Tsp Salt ¾  Cup Butter cut into ½” pieces 1 Large Egg, lightly beaten 1 Tsp Vanilla *Bench Flour Fruit...

Friday Four 070519: Summer Squash, Feta and Mint Pasta

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

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

Friday Four 062819: Happy 4th! Veggie Burgers for the Grill

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Luscious Veggie Burger 3 Cups Cooked *Lentils 2 Large Eggs 4 Egg Whites 2 Tsp Sea Salt  ¼ Cup Minced Red Onion ¼ Cup Grated Carrots 2 TB Minced Cilantro 1 TB Tomato Paste 1 Cup (Whole Wheat) Panko Breadcrumbs ½ Tsp Each Sea Salt and Pepper 1 TB...

Spicy Tuesday – Refreshing Mango and Tomato Salad – Parsley

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....

Friday Four 061419:  Happy Dads Day! Red Pepper Jelly Pork Tenderloin

Friday Four 061419: Happy Dads Day! Red Pepper Jelly Pork Tenderloin

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Red Pepper Jelly Pork Tenderloin 1 Cup Chopped, Seeded Tomato ¼ Cup Finely Chopped Red Onion ½  Cup EACH Finely Chopped Red and Green Peppers 1 Jalapeno Pepper, Chopped 2 Cloves Garlic, minced or grated 1 (2-pack ) Pork Tenderloin 2 TB Dark Brown...

Friday Four 060719: Smashed Potato Salad with Manchego Vinaigrette

Friday Four 060719: Smashed Potato Salad with Manchego Vinaigrette

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Smashed Potato Salad with Manchego Vinaigrette About 2 – 3 LBs Baby Potatoes ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil + 2 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper 1 Cup Grated Manchego Cheese 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika 4...