Four Ways to Savor the Week
The Friday Four
The Friday Four is Nancy’s signature weekly note—delivered straight to your inbox. Just four things, thoughtfully chosen: a vibrant, healthy recipe, a smart kitchen tip, a creative spark, and a wine find worth sipping.
Friday Four – Hatch Chile Spread or Dip -081123
Hatch Chilies are rolling into the stores – and here’s a yummy and easy recipe to take advantage of the yummy peppers!
Friday Four – Treat Time! Chocolate Chili Cake – 080423
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Chocolate Chili Cake ¾ Cup Fine Raw Sugar plus more for sprinkling pan 1 ½ Cups Pecans, toasted...
Friday Four – Grilled Vidalia, Corn, and Tomato Salad – 072823
Celebrating seasonal produce here in the South – fresh corn, tomatoes and an Italian twist with crispy prosciutto!
Friday Four – Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Charred Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa – 072023
Fire up the grill to make these delicious tacos with a bright yummy salsa!
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Friday Four – Cherry Cashew Farro Salad – 071720
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Spicy Tuesday – Crisp and Crunchy Orange Coleslaw – Basil
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Friday Four – Summery Light Shrimp Salad – 071020
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Summery Light Shrimp Salad Marinade 2 TB Each Lemon and Orange Juice 2 TB Low Sodium Soy Sauce 2 TB Honey 1 Clove Garlic, Grated 2 TB Avocado or Olive Oil ½ Tsp Each Sea Salt and Pepper 2 LBs (16 – 20) Large Shrimp Salad 2 Cups Halved Grape...
Spicy Tuesday – Cashew Ranch BBQ Dressing and Dip – Tarragon
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Friday Four – Happy 4th! Easy, Yummy Pickled Blueberry Salad – 070320
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If you’re getting ready for a fun 4th weekend, like we are, we’ve got the perfect appetizer! You may think that watermelon is just a juicy sweet dessert – but this savory, spicy skewer will change your mind! The hoisin along with the zesty lime and crunchy nuts...
Friday Four – Whats for Breakfast? Easy Banana Almond Oat Muffins – 062620
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Banana Almond Oat Muffins 1 Cup Ripe Mashed Bananas ½ Cup Natural Almond Butter OR Peanut Butter 2 Large Eggs 2 TB Honey 2/3 Cup Almond or Oat Milk (Unsweetened) 2 Tsp Vanilla Extract OR 1 Tsp Vanilla and 1 Tsp Almond Extract 2 Cups Rolled Oats 1...
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Friday Four – Cast Iron Chicken with Cherry Salsa for Dad – 061920
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