Soups, Salads and Sides
Black Baked Beans – An Easy and Flavorful Side!
Baked Beans are a traditional side for tailgates and cook outs, here’s a version made with one of America’s favorite legumes – black beans. I've made this twist on baked beans for about 10 years now - and whenever they are served up, people love them! One of the last...
Spicy Tuesday – Smoky Tomato Soup – Smoked Paprika
We’re rolling in to soup season – and we want to help you enjoy it! Here’s an easy and fun recipe to make that highlights lively tomato flavor and has fun crunchy croutons to top the delicious soup. Rich tasting from the umami rich tomatoes, the herbs you use are up...
Spicy Tuesday – Brussels Sprouts Blueberry and Pecan Salad – Parsley
Brussels Sprouts always make us think of fall, its pecan season AND we still have good blueberries in the market…that makes this salad seasonal and delicious! Have you had raw shredded Brussels sprouts? If you haven’t had a shredded sprouts salad, this one is a great...
Spicy Tuesday – Fall Grape and Georgia Pecan Salad with Pumpkin Salad Dressing – Thyme
It’s Fall y’all! Time to enjoy the seasonal fruits and veggies rolling into the market! We looked through the market and found the most beautiful greens, including baby kale, baby romaine and arugula. We tossed in some gorgeous red grapes and lower sugar dried...
Friday Four – Slow Cooker Black Bean and Quinoa Stew – 101620
This simple black bean stew is sure to become a house favorite!
Spicy Tuesday – Creamy Pumpkin Pepper Soup – Cumin
As we roll into fall, everything is coming up Pumpkin! This easy soup is warm, comforting and just a little bit better for us. We’ve ditched the heavy cream in favor of the immersion blender, making the soup creamy and delicious. As well as smoked paprika, cumin adds...
Spicy Tuesday – Cumin Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? Soft, warm, creamy and delicious – they taste great. Here’s a swap-out for some of the potatoes that boosts veggies and flavors with cauliflower and spices, making it better-for-you and super delicious. Oh yeah, we think that these...
Friday Four – Seafood Soup or Zuppa di Pesce – 092520
Tomato-y rich seafood soup is always a hit with those around your table!
Spicy Tuesday – Flavors of Fall Rice Salad – Thyme
Do the variety of different rice types and blends entice you with their beautiful colors and descriptions? They certainly do us! Fall seems like the best time of year to serve up a salad like this one – full of gorgeous color and delicious flavors. This week’s recipe...
Friday Four – Antipasto Salad with Tomato Basil Dressing – 091920
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Antipasto Salad with Tomato Basil Dressing 1 (15 OZ) Can Cannellini Beans, Rinsed and Drained1 Tsp Italian Seasoning1/2 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes1/2 Tsp Sea Salt1 TB Extra Virgin Olive OilJuice of 1/2 Lemon4 - 6 Cups Baby Spinach1 Cup Grape Tomatoes,...
Spicy Tuesday – Mediterranean Lemon Herb Dip – Chives
The flavors of creamy rich yogurt, bright lemon and garlic always make us think of the Mediterranean. This dip does too! We use it here for veggies, but it also is an awesome sauce with roasted or grilled fish or chicken. The dip is super easy to make, you’ll just do...
090820 I LOVE Mushrooms Salad – Thyme
Do you love mushrooms? We do too! Here’s a delicious and easy and interesting way to enjoy mushrooms – no matter what kind you find in the market. Perfect as a salad tonight – and leftovers make a super pita stuffer for tomorrow. Mushrooms are little sponges of flavor...
Spicy Tuesday – Potato Potato Potato Salad – Oregano
We just can’t resist sharing this recipe for the last “cookout” holiday of summer. An easy way to enjoy potato salad without all the heavy gooey mayo! Plus this recipe adds the goodness of sweet potatoes, too. So you’re getting the benefit of more than just the plain...
082720 Friday Four – Summer Tomatoes and Bell Peppers with Spanish Vinaigrette
I love all the gorgeous photos of tomatoes and peppers that are filling my screen this time of year! Even if you’re not a gardener – you can create this yummy salad and celebrate the season!
Spicy Tuesday – Southwestern Shredded Salad – Smoked Paprika
A shredded salad is a super way to create a one-platter meal full of veggies and color. When you toss up this salad, you’ll have rave reviews at dinner, and then you can tuck any leftovers in a pita pocket for lunch tomorrow. This salad’s easy dressing is made with...
Friday Four – Not Your Average Greek Inspired Salad – 081420
A yummy summer salad with a secret ingredient – that makes it yummy!
Spicy Tuesday – Green Goddess Dressing with Summer’s Best Tomatoes – Anchovies
We’ve been seeing SO many beautiful tomato photos on social media lately. So, this week we can’t resist passing on an easy recipe for one of tomato’s favorite partners, Green Goddess Dressing. When you read the recipe, you may say: “Anchovies…No Way!” But don’t be...
Spicy Tuesday – Grilled Summer Veggies with Lemon Tarragon Dressing
Summer is full of a bounty of veggies that are so good roasted or grilled! Squash, peppers, onions, eggplants, tomatoes…almost everything tastes better off the grill! Simply slice your veggies in long strips or pieces, trying to make sure they are approximately the...
Friday Four – Cool and Easy Roasted Red Pepper Gazpacho – 073120
Happy chilled soup for summer! I use roasted red peppers for this riff on gazpacho where they create another layer of flavor to the rich-ripe goodness of the soup.
Spicy Tuesday – Chilled Peach Soup – Mint
Wow - Its summer time and the living is HOT! Here’s a chilled soup that is cool and lightly sweet and fragrant with in-season peaches and the pop of mint. Easy to make, this soup will keep well in the fridge for 3 or 4 days. Not only is it fun as a soup for the...