Baby Potatoes with Roasted Hatch Chile Vinaigrette
Yes, It's Hatch Chile season! I LOVE them. This year I did not opt to buy a 35-pound bag of roasted chiles, mainly because I have no room in my freezer which makes me very sad! I bought a small bag at Whole Foods and roasted them (or should I say, I asked my husband to roast them!) on the Big Green Egg. This recipe for Baby Potatoes with Roasted Hatch Chile Vinaigrette comes from Melissa's Produce. I simplified it a bit. I love using baby potatoes because they cook very quickly.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Creamy Corn Salad
It seems like I've been posting a lot of corn salads lately. I have at least 6 different kinds on my blog. I guess you could say I like corn! It could have something to do with being raised in Indiana. This version has a creamy dressing and uses roasted red peppers and fresh basil.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice, and sometimes referred to as ratatouille niçoise. Ratatouille is a great way to use up some of your homegrown vegetables.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Costco Chicken Bakes
One of Costco's most famous menu items is the Costco Chicken Bake, the object of a cult following. It's cheesy bread roll encasing a gooey mix of chicken, bacon and Caesar dressing. Somehow, it just works.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Aperol Spritz
From the Hamptons to Lido Isle, the hot “new” drink is the Aperol Spritz, a bright orange spritzer traditionally served in a wine glass with several cubes of ice and a slice of orange.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Yields: Makes 1 cocktail
Japanese Chicken Curry
Curry is not an original cuisine from Japan. It was introduced to Japan during the Meiji era (1868–1912) by the British. It has become a staple meal of the Japanese. It’s actually more like a hearty stew than a typical curry. The curry is thickened with roux. You can buy Japanese curry blocks, which makes it easier to make, but they contain excessive amounts of fat and MSG. They also sell it without MSG, but it’s way better to make it from scratch. This Japanese Chicken Curry is a true comfort food served over rice.
- Prep: 45 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Lynda’s 7 Layer Dip
We just got back from a wonderful trip to Maine and our friend Lynda made this incredible 7 Layer Dip. It's one of those dips you can't stop eating! Here is Lynda's recipe.
- Prep: 10 mins
Tomato Gruyère Tart
This Tomato Gruyère Tart is an easy and incredibly delicious tart. Perfect for using up homegrown garden tomatoes. It only needs a few ingredients. You can also replace the Gruyère with some Parmesan or mozzarella.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Smoky Grilled Chicken with Sweet Vinegar Sauce
This Smoky Grilled Chicken with Sweet Vinegar Sauce is super easy to prepare and is grilled, but could also be made in the oven. The sauce has the tangy tartness of vinegar with a touch of sweet and heat.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Lemony Israeli Couscous
This is the Lemony Israeli Couscous that I served at the outdoor concert last weekend. I used Trader Joe's Harvest Grain Blends which has Israeli Couscous in it with some quinoa and orzo pasta.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
