Overnight Marinated Shrimp
Are you bored with the same old shrimp cocktail? This Overnight Marinated Shrimp is the answer. It's the perfect appetizer for entertaining that your guests will love!
- Prep: 20 mins
- Yields: Makes 12 - 15 appetizer servings
Mexican Chicken, Corn & Black Bean Cornbread Casserole
This Mexican Chicken, Corn & Black Bean Cornbread Casserole only takes 5 minutes prep time. The creamy chicken filling is topped with cheesy cornbread. I used some taco seasoning which I bought in Santa Fe New Mexico which was VERY hot! I happen to like it that way, not sure about the rest of my family!
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Chicken & Broccoli Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Dressing
This Chicken & Broccoli Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Dressing is a great salad to serve on a hot summer's night. I've always loved things you can made ahead.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Marinated Tri-Tip
Marinated Tri-Tip is the ultimate summer meal on the grill. This marinade is tangy, spicy and full of flavor. By bringing the leftover marinade to a rolling boil you can use it as a finishing or basting sauce for the meat.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Mango Coconut Chicken
Mangoes may very well be the king of all fruits. They fight cancer, alkalize the body, aid in weight loss, regulate diabetes, help digestion and help clear acne. The list goes on..... I happen to have lots of mangoes at the moment and came up with this Mango Coconut Chicken. I served it with basmati rice and chopped fresh basil.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Gin & Tonic Jelly Shots
My daughter Grace made this Gin & Tonic Jelly Shots. I just stood back and watched. They are quite tangy and delicious. A great way to get the party started!
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes 8 shots
Israeli Couscous with Chopped Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Artichokes
Israeli couscous" is actually pasta, it's also called pearl couscous. This Israeli Couscous with Chopped Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Artichokes is a perfect dish to bring on a picnic or outdoor concert. I used Trader Joe's Harvest Blend Israeli Couscous.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Avocado Basil Hummus
This Avocado Basil Hummus is so absolutely delicious. The avocado and fresh basil really takes your ordinary hummus to a whole new level. Warning - it's addictive!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes about 2¼ cups
Burger Upgrade
You can upgrade your burger by buying both ground beef and turkey and mixing in cheese, bacon, onions, etc. These are custom, made-to-order burgers that will sure to please everyone.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
Arugula and Peach Salad with Pistachio Goat’s Cheese Balls
This Arugula and Peach Salad with Pistachio Goat's Cheese Balls is a delicious salad, which could almost pass as a dessert.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings











