Cilantro turkey burgers, May 2011
These cilantro turkey burgers are a great use for rhubarb ketchup and are wonderful cooked on the grill. (more…)
Fish tacos with mango salsa and green rice (arroz verde)−ole Mexico!
Fish tacos with mango salsa and green rice (arroz verde), May 2011
Mexican food is wonderful any time, but it’s especially appropriate around the Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) holiday. Cinco de Mayo marks the victory of outnumbered, poorly equipped Mexican forces over French fighters in the village of Puebla, 100 miles southeast of Mexico City, in 1862. It’s not Mexican Independence Day (that’s September 16th), and it’s not much of a holiday in Mexico except in Puebla, but in the United States it’s become a day to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage. (more…)
A standout chicken salad recipe
Chicken salad supreme, May 2011
Chicken salad recipes abound, but some you want to make again and again. The first time I had this one was at a bridal shower given for me by my sister-in-law-to-be at their farmhouse in southwest Minnesota. I loved it and asked for the recipe soon after. That was over 30 years ago, and I’ve made it from time to time ever since. It’s a great way to use leftover chicken, and it’s easy to put together for a special occasion or even for a weekday supper. (more…)
A festive spring menu—roast lamb
Leg of lamb, olive oil mashed potatoes with wilted greens, and glazed carrots, April 2011
For a festive spring get-together or Easter Sunday dinner, leg of lamb is an easy and delicious main dish. This menu features a rosemary, garlic, and salt-rubbed lamb; glazed carrots; and mashed potatoes with wilted dark greens. Add rolls and dessert of your choice to round out the meal. (more…)
Homemade salad dressings
Open-faced fried egg and greens sandwich with fruit salad, March 2011
With this post I hope to inspire you to make your own salad dressings. Homemade dressings are flavorful and fresh and can add variety and interest to greens so they won’t be just a healthy obligation but something you’ll look forward to. (more…)
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