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Santa Maria Pinquito Beans

Classic Santa Maria country barbecues include the Pinquitos (AKA Pink Beans) and a beef tri-tip. Pinquitos are a very small, chili-type bean that is loaded with California history. These beans are delicious and meaty and the perfect match for any barbecue, chili or even salad. If you're like me and always forget to soak the beans overnight, you can do it in an Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker. I have also included the stovetop version.

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  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 1 hr
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Grilled Santa Maria Tri-Tip

A California classic, Santa Maria style tri-tip beef roast, a triangle shaped bottom sirloin cut, with a peppery, salty, garlicy crust. You want about ½ pound of meat per person. If you can't get a tri-tip cut where you are, try using a thick london broil or sirloin steak.

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  • Prep: 1 hr
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Roasted Curry Chicken and Cauliflower

This Roasted Curry Chicken and Cauliflower is marinated in Greek yogurt, which makes it super-moist. It's also especially brilliant because it all gets roasted on a sheet pan and served with a yogurt, tzatziki-inspired sauce. Oh, and did I mention it's incredibly healthy!

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  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Basil Mint Gimlet

My friend Corina gave me these absolutely beautiful raspberry monogrammed linen cocktail napkins. They are from The Monogrammed Home in San Marino, California. Anyway, my husband made me this Basil Mint Gimlet, which is puts a fresh spin on the traditional gimlet. You can use either vodka or gin. It’s so light and refreshing.

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  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: Makes 1 cocktail

Lemonade Pork Chops

I was watching Diners, Drive-ins & Dives and saw this recipe for Lemonade Pork Chops. It's a very interesting recipe, but it got RAVE reviews. These pork chops are great: tender, tangy, and delicious.

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  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Artichoke Spinach Quiche With Cheesy Hash Brown Crust

I was waiting for my husband and my mother who were flying in from New York and their plane was diverted and delayed for about 4 hours. So I made this Artichoke Spinach Quiche With Cheesy Hash Brown Crust for when they got here. It's a great because it can be made ahead. This is the 4th quiche I have used this hash brown crust recipe. I will come clean and tell you that I bought frozen shredded potatoes! I am way to lazy to shred my own. Also, this curst actually has cheese in it! So this makes it gluten-free. Anyway, I love this quiche which has Boursin (an herbed cheese) in the filling.

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  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 55 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Summer Berry Chicken Salad

This Summer Berry Chicken Salad is actually a copy cat recipe from Wendy's.They only sell this for a limited time in the summer. It's absolutely delicious and rather patriotic looking. Herb-marinated grilled chicken breast topped with sweet, hand-cut strawberries and blueberries, roasted almonds, crumbly feta cheese, and tangy-sweet Raspberry Vinaigrette on a bed of spring lettuce mix. It’s bursting with fresh, summery flavors. You can easily make it at home. 

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  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 2 Servings

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cheddar, Shallots, Rosemary and Thyme

I am home alone this week and sometimes it's hard to figure out what to make for a party of one. Are you pulling out your violin?! I came up with Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cheddar, Shallots, Rosemary and Thyme. Sweet Potatoes are highly nutritious and are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. You can make these earlier in the day and pop them in the oven.

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  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Yields: 2 Servings

Black Eyed Peas with Avocado Salad

Black Eyed Peas with Avocado Salad is simple to throw together and packed full of nutrients.  This recipe would also work well with cannellini beans. The beans combined with the creamy avocado are tossed with lime juice, Dijon and olive oil. You can make it ahead of time and is perfect for tailgates, picnics, barbecues, and potlucks.

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  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Blackberries, Mint & Mozzarella

Instead of serving typical Caprese skewers at your summer party, try these Blackberries, Mint & Mozzarella. The mint pairs beautifully with the sweet blackberries and salty mozzarella.

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  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Yields: Makes 25 skewers
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