Soups, Salads and Sides
Spicy Tuesday – Beet, Orange and Avocado Salad with Dill – Dill
April kicks off the spring social season, and whether you are celebrating Easter, Passover or just the change in season, this salad is one to share. It sings with not only the veggies but also one of the ironic herbs of spring – dill! Dill has been around for...
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Spicy Tuesday – Quinoa, Squash and Apple Salad with Apple Cider Dressing
We love quinoa! Since spring is here and the days are getting longer, you may be searching for an easy to fix one dish dinner - Here you go! Full of fresh veggies and fruit, it's a go-to salad that the whole family will enjoy. The bright pop of parsley adds a “green”...
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Friday Four 040519: Spring Carrot Ginger Slaw
We all know that carrots are sweet, so how about using them to sweeten up a dressing as well as the salad? That’s just one way I made this salad unique and irresistible. Crunchy carrots have a distinctive taste that marries well with spicy ginger and tangy orange flavors.
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Spicy Tuesday – Spring Asparagus Salad with Tarragon Dressing – Tarragon
Good News - the weather is turning warm, the sun is shining and we are getting ready for a wonderful spring! And we have more good news to share - Shayna has been recognized for her excellent work at Cancer Wellness by the wonderful people at Today's Dietician...
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Spicy Tuesday – Spring White Bean and Artichoke Soup with a Healthy Secret – Fennel Seeds
When we first published this yummy recipe, foods like sauerkraut were not popular. Today we know fermented foods are SO good for us and we can find things like kombucha, kefir, miso Kimchi and more are easy to find in the grocery store. The sauerkraut is not easily...
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Friday Four – Pasta Salad with an Asian Inspired Twist – 030819
Pasta salads are a fun way of adding a twist to a dinner salad – especially when you look to Asian influences! I shared this one on Atlanta & CO this week to rave reviews!
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Friday Four Mardi Gras Seafood Gumbo – 030119
Three simple steps for yummy Gumbo – right in time for Mardi Gras!
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Spicy Tuesday – Ancient Grains Stuffed Tomatoes – Basil
Even in the coldest days of winter, the bright acidity and sweet flavor of tomatoes can seduce us. Ahh, we can’t wait for the month of August when the siren sound of drippy juicy tomatoes fulfills us! While we wait for better “tomato days”, here’s a way to make those...
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Spicy Tuesday – Smoky Tomato Soup – Tarragon
Happy Valentine’s week! Since the day of love and friendship falls on Thursday, you may be waiting til the weekend to celebrate. But this easy and delicious soup with its brilliant red color with fun veggie croutons is perfect to share during the week. Tarragon adds a...
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Friday Four 020819: Happy Valentines Day Shrimp Salad with Mole Vinaigrette
This easy-to-make salad with its tangy vinaigrette is a super starter for a Valentine’s Feast!
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Spicy Tuesday – Happy Galantines Day! Cocoa Rubbed Shrimp Salad with Cilantro
Did you know that this Thursday is Galantine's Day? Yes! The perfect excuse to celebrate your girlfriends by sharing a yummy dinner with them. Chocolate and Shrimp? Yes! Unsweetened chocolate is used in cuisines around the world – today’s recipe uses Mexico as its...
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Atlanta and Company 012319 – PRESTO Pesto and MORE
Missed the Segment today? Click here to watch it: https://www.11alive.com/article/life/food/recipes/pesto-recipes-with-taste-and-savor/85-95060dcd-6391-4bf5-b037-9cbbac1a0b9c WOOHOO! It's a New Year and many of us are trying to make easy but long-lasting changes to...
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Spicy Tuesday – Mexican Style Chicken Veggie Soup – Cumin
We love a warm bowl of soup on these cold winter days in Ga. You are going to fall in love with this because of its rich layers of flavor that come from the wonderful spices. Also, take a good look at the whole food ingredients in the soup. Lots of fresh flavors and...
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Friday Four 011119: Warm and Satisfying Mushroom and White Bean Stew
Shake up your soup routine! January is a month to curl up with a good book, stay in for the evening and enjoy a bowl of warm and comforting soup. This delicious mushroom and bean soup is hearty, easy-to-make and simply delicious.
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Friday Four 121418: Christmas Eve Crab Bisque
We often gather up friends and family for a casual dinner on Christmas Eve. This soup is always a hit on the table – easy to make and OH so easy to share!
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Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Sweet Potato Croutons – Italian Seasoning
Soup is a go-to for us this time of the year! Especially after a big holiday like Thursday's Turkey Day, we are grateful for a simple pot of warm and delicious soup. This one if full of flavor of the season as well as rich roasted red peppers. Italian Seasoning is a...
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YES! You Can Fry Your Turkey This Year – ATL & CO – November 15th
At this time of year, I’m always asked the best way to cook up the main attraction at the Thanksgiving table. People automatically think that frying is off limits for healthy eating. Frying CORRECTLY in Peanut Oil and Brining makes your Turkey Taste Great AND Be...
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Spicy Tuesday – We Need SOUP, You? Roasted Veggie Soup – Basil
Here in Georgia, November is cold, wet and chilly! We’re ready for hearty, warm, filling veggies – like the ones in this easy recipe. Soup is always welcomed in our cooking classes AND at home. Especially one like this that is so power-packed with veggies, we are...
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Spicy Tuesday – Thanksgiving Dinner Starter – Creamy Seafood Soup – Oregano
You may be thinking about Thanksgiving - we are! There’s nothing like a fabulous recipe filled with seafood, herbs and spices to make us all want to get in the kitchen and cook. This recipe is perfect for a festive dinner with family and friends. Instead of using...
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Friday Four 102618: Fall Veggie Chili for Chilly Weekends
Halloween is just around the corner, and the weekend hold a promise of chilly weather. Whats better than chili to warm everyone up?
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