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From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity

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 – Roasted Summer Squash with Peppers – Sumac

Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Summer Squash with Peppers – Sumac

Here’s the perfect recipe to add interest and flavor to summer’s bounty of squash. Colorful, flavorful and so easy to make, you can pop them in the oven while you enjoy the porch or patio. Add them as a side to something off the grill – or toss them in a salad. Think...

Summer Picnic Perfection on Atlanta & CO

Summer Picnic Perfection on Atlanta & CO

Happy International Picnic Day! Here are three easy recipes are unique twists on everyone’s favorite picnic dishes. All are foods that will keep well, can be made ahead of time, be easy to transport, and of course delicious! Missed the Show? Click HERE for the VIDEO!...

Friday Four 062218: Fresh Cherry Salsa Topped Cilantro Chicken

Friday Four 062218: Fresh Cherry Salsa Topped Cilantro Chicken

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Fresh Cherry Salsa Topped Cilantro Chicken ¾  Cup Chopped Cilantro  ½ Cup Chopped Shallots 2 TB Lime Juice  1 TB Orange Juice ¼  Cup Olive Oil  4 -6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Step One Combine the cilantro, shallots, juices and oil in a...

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...

Friday Four 061518: Happy Fathers Day Asian Grill for Dad!

Friday Four 061518: Happy Fathers Day Asian Grill for Dad!

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Asian Grilled Salad 1⁄4 Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari
3 Cloves Garlic, Grated 2 TBs Toasted or Black Sesame Oil
1 Inch Ginger, Peeled & Grated 1 TB Dark Brown Sugar 1 TB Rice Wine Vinegar 1⁄2 Tsp EACH Sea Salt & Black Pepper 2 LB...

Happy Fathers Day Dinner from the Grill on Atlanta & CO today!

Happy Fathers Day Dinner from the Grill on Atlanta & CO today!

Everyone’s gearing up for Dad’s Day – and Flag Day is today!  We’re typically cooking up for a crowd of well wishers on the holiday, Churrasco Steak with bright flavor-packed Chimichurri Sauce is an easy way to grill up steak for dad, family and friends, A glass of...

Spicy Tuesday – Chilled or NOT Tomato Soup – Herbes de Provence

Spicy Tuesday – Chilled or NOT Tomato Soup – Herbes de Provence

Its starting to get really WARM in Georgia, so our soup choice for this week is chilled. But this easy to make, “Provencal” inspired soup is equally delicious hot or cold. We’ve dressed it up in this picture with a shrimp topper, but you can serve it as we have in the...

Friday Four 060818: Sherry Vinegar Chicken with Spanish Potato Salad

Friday Four 060818: Sherry Vinegar Chicken with Spanish Potato Salad

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Sherry Vinegar Chicken with Spanish Potato Salad Sherry Vinegar Chicken 3 Large Chicken Breasts (with skin and on the bone) ¼ Cup Sherry Vinegar ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil ½ Tsp EACH Cumin, Smoked Paprika, Chili Powder, Sea Salt and Black Pepper...

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...

Friday Four 060118: Summer Salmon with Bright Green Salsa

Friday Four 060118: Summer Salmon with Bright Green Salsa

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Summer Salmon with Bright Green Salsa 4 TB Olive Oil, divided ¼ Tsp Cayenne Pepper 1 Tsp Cumin 1 Tsp Ground Coriander 1 Tsp Turmeric 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika 1 Tsp Sea Salt 2 Cloves Garlic 6 Green Onions, chopped coarsely ½  Cup Cilantro, Packed ¼ ...

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...