Monthly Archives May 2014

Edamame Quinoa Salad

May 28, 2014 Posted in Side Dishes, Soups & Salads, Vegetables, Vegetarian

While skimming through my mom’s Recipe.com magazine while she was on the phone yesterday, I ran across this quinoa salad. When I left her house I immediately headed to Vitamin City Health food store in San Dimas for the items I knew I didn’t have at home, edamame and grape tomatoes. I love that store. If you are ever near there, pop in! There’s something for everyone...
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Donut Holes “Doughnuts & Topgolf”

May 27, 2014 Posted in Breakfast, Dessert, Entertaining

In early April I went to the VIP Grand Opening for the TopGolf in Houston, Texas. They had food set-up throughout the entire event. While guests were golfing in the bays, the servers were bringing over hot out of the fryer donut holes. Their donut hole belief: “Imagine if your own donut creation...

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Chimichurri

May 25, 2014 Posted in BBQ & Grilling, Sauces & Dressing, Vegetarian

We have close family friends that are Argentine and make their Chimichurri from scratch. Every time we go to their home, there is always fresh chimichurri, bread and grilled sausages. My husband loves chimichurri but he’s not a veggie person. I wanted to find a recipe that didn’t call for so much parsley but still had the same consistency and similar flavors as an authentic chimichurri...
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Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread

May 23, 2014 Posted in Appetizers, Bread

I’ve always wanted to attempt my cornbread in a cast iron skillet. This will give you a few variations of cornbread recipes. Honestly, if you have a cornbread recipe that works for you then use it. You can still use bacon grease in the skillet, pour in your cornbread batter and bake it in the oven...
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Cottage Cheese Fruit Salad

May 19, 2014 Posted in Fruit, Side Dishes, Soups & Salads

I tried this fruit salad years ago at a friend’s on Thanksgiving. It paired perfectly next to the turkey and ham. When you eat it by itself it is very sweet but oh so yummy. Next to meat dishes it is a perfect balance. Having a little dessert with your dinner is wonderful. You just can’t go wrong with this side dish. Perfect for pot lucks and beyond easy to make. Only 4 ingredients.
 
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BBQ Shrimp Marinara

May 16, 2014 Posted in BBQ & Grilling, Fish, Italian Food

While on vacation we dined at a place in Rancho Mirage, California called Babe’s Bar-B-Que Brewhouse. We dined on the patio and started with their cast iron skillet of cornbread. My hubby decided to order the BBQ Tri-Tip sandwich that came with two sides. He loved their fries and baked beans. Because I only eat fish I was craving a salad and shrimp...
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Dark Chocolate Brownie Cake

May 15, 2014 Posted in Cake, Dessert

When you attempt this cake, think thick double chocolate brownies. Less is more when it comes to this basic cake batter. Use a whisk, and stir, rather than whip, the room-temperature ingredients together. I made this a 3-layer cake but you can also make it one cake in an 8-inch round cake pan. Be creative and use your favorite icing recipe and decorations...
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Bloody Mary

May 14, 2014 Posted in Bacon, Drinks

Bloody Mary’s can be made so many ways. The basic ingredients are ice, vodka and tomato juice. The rest is up to you. I love a dirty and very spicy Bloody Mary. I soak the celery and olives in the bottom of the drink and eat them at the very end. Camping and Sunday’s are perfect times to enjoy one of these amazing cocktails...
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Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

May 13, 2014 Posted in Dessert, Fruit

Dipping the perfect chocolate covered strawberries is a quick and simple process that always makes a lasting impression. It is inexpensive and you can be as creative as you wish. I purchase the extra-large strawberries from our local strawberry stand, off Towne & Baseline in Claremont, California. They are a little pricey but well worth it. I got 3 baskets, with roughly 30 strawberries for $15...
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