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Sautéed Squash & Tomatoes
Summer Surplus Because I am a giver, here is another recipe to use up all that excess summer squash! Hey, and this one has bacon in it! Sautéed Squash & Tomatoes Serves 8 – 10 3 thick hickory-smoked bacon slices 1 cup chopped sweet onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tbs chopped fresh thyme 1 […]
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Old Aadages I was looking through my mother-in-laws’ cookbook cupboard and found a cookbook from 1956. The first thing I noticed was a heading that says “It’s smart to be careful” and “There’s no substitute for accuracy”. I guess if I had known these two simple things, I could have averted a lot of problems […]
Continue ReadingCrispy Fried Dill Pickle Chips
Tapioca Starch, who knew? This is the second fried pickle recipe I have posted. This recipe is my favorite because the pickles are super cripy. The key is using tapioca starch, a Thai ingredient, in the breading. This is what makes it super-crispy, and it stays crisp. The breading is a bit spicy, but you […]
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This scares me! I saw an episode of MasterChef hosted by Gordon Ramsay, Graham Elliot and Joe Bastianich. The contestants were each given a basket of ingredients and told to make Eggs Benedict in 30 minutes. This challenge would send me around the bend. I wouldn’t have made it to the show, but if I had, I […]
Continue ReadingCabernet Onions
For your “haute” dogs… Here is a wonderful condiment for burgers or hot dogs. This recipe for Cabernet onions can be made with red or sweet onions. Cabernet Onions 1 Tbs olive oil 3 cups sliced onions, about 2 Salt, to taste 3/4 cup Cabernet Sauvignon or other dry red wine Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy […]
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Your Favorite Fruit A homemade fruit tart is a satisfying way to finish a meal. Save time in the kitchen by using a pre-made pie crust. Here is a super simple way to use your favorite summer fruit. Fruit Tart Serves 6 1 ready to bake puff pastry sheet, thawed at room temperature for about […]
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A blast from the past…. I’m going retro today. My sister-in-law and brother-in-law are in town, unfortunately, because my mother-in-law is in the hospital recovering from knee replacement surgery. It is a very rare occurrence that all three siblings are together in one place. I asked them last night if I could make something “out […]
Continue ReadingSummer Squash & White Bean Sauté
Use up more of your garden squash recipe #2…. Bountiful summer vegetables zucchini, summer squash, fresh tomatoes are quickly sautéed with protein-rich white beans and topped with Parmesan for a hearty dish. This sauté, from Eating Well magazine, is endlessly versatile and works well with eggplant, peppers […]
Continue ReadingHerb Marinated Pork Tenderloins
Keeping your kitchen cool…. Here is a delicious pork tenderloin recipe that can be seared and put in the oven or crockpot. Using a crockpot in the summer is a way of not heating up the kitchen when it’s hot. Herb Marinated Pork Tenderloins Serves 6 1 lemon, zest grated ¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon […]
Continue ReadingCheesy Zucchini Bake
Cheesy Zucchini Bake Serves 4 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and cut into wedges 2 small zucchini, sliced 2 small yellow summer squash, sliced ½ tsp thyme 1 tsp basil 1 tsp garlic powder ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/3 cup bread crumbs ½ cup mozzarella, shredded In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, squash and […]
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