Broccoli Salad is so colorful, delicious, and even healthy for you. If you like, you can add some cooked and diced chicken to your salad too. Broccoli Salad 1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped 4 ounces red cabbage, chopped 2 carrots, grated 1 cup dried cranberries (replace with raspberries for Keto or Paleo option) 3/4 cup […]
Everyone should know How to Make Sun-Dried Tomatoes. Sun-dried tomatoes are great in so many things… in homemade bread, pasta dishes, salads, or just to snack on. These are a summer must-have! How to Make Sun-Dried Tomatoes Preheat oven to 200°F. 12-16 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes on the vine (homegrown are best) Salt (optional) […]
How to Properly Cook Store-Bought Pasta Here are the basic steps for cooking great noods for pasta salads or hot dishes. How to Properly Cook Store-Bought Pasta Fill a large pot with about 4 quarts of water. Add 4-5 teaspoons of salt Place the pot over high heat and bring to a boil. After the […]
Scandinavian Salad Scandinavian Salad Dill Salad Dressing 1/2 cup sour cream 3/4 cup buttermilk Zest and 1 tablespoon of juice from one fresh lemon 1 package fresh dill, chopped or processed 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground pepper Salad 5 ounces romaine lettuce, spring lettuce, or your favorite chopped salad greens 1 English […]
Watermelon Radish Salad is as healthy as it is gorgeous! Watermelon Radish Salad 2 watermelon radishes 2 English cucumbers 1 shallot 1 recipe Asian Vinegerette 8 ounces fresh sugar snap peas A handful of fresh microgreens (preferably ones that are sporting the same colors in this salad) Cut off the ends and then rough peel […]
Corn Salad… or as I like to call it Cornfetti Salad is one of the most festive salads you can make. Corn Salad 1 15-ounce can black beans 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 8 ears of fresh sweet yellow corn off the cob (or 2 pounds of frozen) 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced […]
Kale & Brussel Sprout Salad Kale & Brussel Sprout Salad 1/2 sweet onion, thinly sliced 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon coarse ground pepper 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Zest from one lemon 1/4 cup tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup honey, optional (omit for vegan) 8 ounces cubetti pancetta, optional […]
Feta Pasta Verde With Chicken will become a staple on your dinner menu. It might not be easy bein’ green; but, this dish makes it at least tasty. Feta Pasta Verde With Chicken Serves about 6 people. Preheat oven to 500°F. 10 tablespoons olive oil, divided 8 ounces block of feta 8 tomatillos, peeled and […]
Fig Vinaigrette Dressing A fun change-up from a typical salad dressing and make a tasty dip for a charcuterie board. Fig Vinaigrette Dressing 1 cup grapeseed oil 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 4 dried figs (or 2 stemmed fresh figs) 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 1/3 cup honey Dash of sea salt Dash of coarse ground pepper Place all […]
Charcuterie Salad is a fun take on a popular classic, the grazing board. Make one for yourself on a cozy night at home or share it with someone you love. Charcuterie Salad This recipe makes one large salad or two medium salads. 2 ounces cubed pancetta 2 cups spring mix lettuce 1 recipe Fig Vinaigrette […]
Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad Romaine lettuce, chopped Kale, chopped Red cabbage, chopped Carrots, grated Crumbled blue cheese La Choy Asian-Style Crunchy Noodles Bacon bits (optional) Green onions, circular cut 1 recipe Sugared Pecans (I recommend making these a day ahead) 1 recipe Balsamic Dijon Salad Dressing If […]
Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette 2 tablespoons grated onion 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons honey 1 clove fresh garlic, minced Dash of salt Dash of coarse ground pepper Place ingredients in a jar. Secure a lid on top and shake until emulsified. Enjoy on […]
Sugared Pecans are a lovely treat. All you need is a little time. Sugared Pecans Preheat oven to 250°F. 2 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup white sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Dash of freshly ground nutmeg 3 cups pecans Beat egg whites with a hand mixer until frothy. After […]
Stone Fruit & Berry Salad With Ginger Grapefruit Vinaigrette will be your new favorite. Comforting nectarines and plums paired with blackberries and blueberries are topped with a sweet & sassy grapefruit dressing to create this edible art. Stone Fruit & Berry Salad With Ginger Grapefruit Vinaigrette 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Zest and 3/4 […]
Beautifulistic is the only way to describe this Roasted Acorn Squash Salad. It is a full-on summer rainbow on a plate. Roasted Acorn Squash Salad Makes two dinner salads or four side salads. Preheat oven or grill to 400°F. 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 acorn squash, sliced in 1/2-inch slices (outer skin is edible but […]
This Sweet Pickle Pasta Salad is one of our family favorites. Sweet Pickle Pasta Salad 1 pound of your favorite-shaped pasta, cooked & cooled 1 1/2 cups Miracle Whip 10-ounce jar sweet gherkins, cut into small pieces 3.8-ounce can sliced black olives, drained 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped 8 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes […]
This fresh & crispy Christmas Broccoli Salad is a great way to enjoy fruits & veggies that aren’t from a can, drenched in heavy sauces, or overcooked this Christmas. What a gorgeous addition to your Christmas dinner table. Christmas Broccoli Salad 1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped 4 ounces pomegranate (replace with raspberries or another Keto-friendly option […]
While there are plenty of unhealthy Asian dishes here in America, this fresh & crispy Asian Broccoli Salad Recipe is a great way to enjoy Asian flavors without the high calories. Or, you know, alongside the high-calorie Chinese take-out. Asian Broccoli Salad 1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped 4 ounces red cabbage, chopped 2 carrots, grated […]
This Thousand Island Salad Dressing recipe is perfect for salads, Rueben sandwiches, or burgers. Thousand Island Salad Dressing 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon white vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish 1 tablespoon grated onion Dash of pepper Place all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Stir until well-combined.
Today we’re going classical with an old favorite, the Chicken Caesar Salad. This recipe boasts homemade Caesar dressing… made by you! Chicken Caesar Salad So beautiful and so delicious! Caesar Dressing 1 – 2 ounce can oil-packed anchovy fillets 3 cloves fresh garlic 3 pasteurized egg yolks 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons fresh lemon […]
Garlic Duchess Potatoes are the sexiest potatoes in all the potato kingdom. Just gorgeous. How to Make Duchess Potatoes Garlic Duchess Potatoes 1 1/4 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes) 1 tablespoon sour cream 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced 2 ounces cream cheese 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons heavy cream 3 egg yolks 1/2 […]
I’ll settle for its real name of Corn Succotash if I must… but why this is not named Corn Confetti, I’ll never know. Corn Succotash 6 ears fresh sweet corn, husked and rinsed 1/2 red bell pepper. diced 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced 6 slices bacon 1/2 sweet onion, diced 1/4 cup water 3 cloves […]
This Northwest Salad is a crowd-pleaser. Sweet pecans, lovely spring lettuce, and berries galore topped with lemon dressing. It’s dressed to impress! Northwest Salad 5-6 ounces spring lettuce 1 cup fresh blackberries (use 1/2 cup of blackberries, raspberries, & strawberries for Paleo or Keto option) 1 cup fresh blueberries, stemmed (leave off salad for Paleo or […]
Maybe looking for a fresh, new twist for your Taco Tuesdays? You will rather adore this flavorful Mexican Coleslaw since it’s so refreshing. And because it is so colorful. And since it is so happy. Basically, because it is a party on a plate. There probably won’t be a shred of evidence you even made […]
Baja Fish Tacos are very fresh & sassy to share with guests but are super easy to make. I do believe it is time for another game night with friends. Baja Fish Tacos Preheat oven to 350°F. Soft corn or flour tortillas, medium 1 recipe Baked Cod 1 recipe Mexican Coleslaw 1 bunch cilantro, chopped 2 […]
Kale Salad. Kale doesn’t try to fit in with everyone. The flavor is a bit stronger than your average lettuce so some snub kale; but, the health benefits make her worth getting along with. A light, lovely dressing is the answer. Coat salad with this healthy dressing as you would a Caesar, and you will be pleasantly […]
Sweet potatoes have grown up in the Great Northwest. Fondant Sweet Potatoes With Balsamic Reduction 3 large sweet potatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 4 cloves garlic, minced Sea salt Fresh ground pepper 3/4 cup chicken broth 2 cups balsamic vinegar Preheat oven to 425°F. Place balsamic vinegar in a saute pan. Bring […]
Steak Salad. The older I get, the more I have to face the fact that green needs to be the most prominent color on my plate. Gone are the days of pasta and cheese. Enter rainbows of veggies… okay, and blue cheese dressing… and beef. Steak Salad Preheat oven to Serves two. 2 cups fresh, […]
Cobb Salad. It’s time for summer. It’s time for salads. With bacon. Because, well, bacon. One of the least snobby is the cobby. There are no candied pecans, or fresh berries, lemon dressing, or anything very hobnob. These things are loverly, but sometimes you just want easy-going, casual fixins and cobb is where it’s at. […]
I’ve had a fantastic Southwest salad and I’ve had some horrible ones. One restaurant served theirs covered in a vinaigrette – heavy on the vinegar. I couldn’t eat it. I puckered up, pecked at it, cut my losses, and left the place $18 poorer and pretty darn hungry. So, because I love you, I present […]
Sweet, humble, colorful, and healthy… Old-Fashioned Fresh Coleslaw is all that I strive to be. This dressing is also fantastic for other salads. One might consider making a couple of batches and keeping some in the fridge for BBQ nights on the deck. Old-Fashioned Fresh Coleslaw Slaw 1 cup green cabbage, sliced fine 1/2 cup purple […]
This super dooper easy salad option flew off my radar for years. In fact, this very post has been a draft in my reserves waiting for me to publish since 2012. And then I saw how gorgeous it was again and here we are. If you dislike Miracle Whip, please avert your precious eyes. If you […]
Spinach Salad With Honey Mustard Dressing and Fried Onion Crisps Glory. glory. I didn’t think I could love it any more than I do. And then I added homemade crispy, sweet fried onion strips. And. my life was complete. And, the point of having a salad in the first place became obsolete. Here’s a recipe […]
Egyptian Salad. Meet my friend, Pam. Pam in the Sand. Pam is a Midwest girl who now lives in Egypt with her husband. They are teachers there. She has made a hobby of making cultural faux paus and learning to cook with simple ingredients. She has ridden too many camels and has actually exclaimed, “Do I have to […]
Balsamic Fruit Salad. Fresh starts are a good thing. I’m pretty sure we don’t give ourselves enough of them. Fresh starts are a result of proper grieving. Proper grieving happens not only after big, life-changing moments but also needs to be a part of our every-single-freakin’-day processing. We need to grieve when other drivers are […]
Waldorf Salad. It appears I am not the only person on the planet who has the gift of making incredibly healthy food unhealthy. I am happy to carry on the tradition which has obviously been going on for decades. The proof? The Waldorf Salad – a must for every holiday table and a perfect snack […]
Done with your hot turkey sandwich, turkey noodle soup, turkey fajita, and turkey pot pie? If you don’t want to freeze the leftover turkey, maybe something a little lighter and refreshing is in order. Da da da daaaaa I present thee with turkey salad on, well, a salad. Use dressing if you must but it may […]
Black Bean Salad. If I were voted president, the world would be less consumed with guarding wetlands and more focused on saving cilantro fields for I have never met a cilantro dish I have not loved. Of course, if I were voted into office, Nutella crepes would be on the food pyramid, every ladies’ restroom […]
Make Beer Battered Cod Fish & Chips just like the ones from the pub at home. Beer Battered Cod Fish & Chips 4 cups canola, peanut, or vegetable oil (for frying) 1 cup flour 1/3 cup cornstarch 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon sea salt plus more for sprinkling 1o ounces of your favorite pilsner beer […]
Mediterranean Pesto Pasta Salad. What does one serve at a party in the fall? Why, a summer-y Mediterranean Pesto Pasta Salad, of course. Who would do such a thing? Maybe a person who just can’t let go of summer. Maybe a person who plays Christmas music in October. Maybe a confused person. Or maybe someone who […]
Forty (Maybe) and Fabulous (For Sure). Gone are the days of the run-of-the-mill, over-the-hill parties. Here’s a 40th birthday party theme she will love! You know those life-long friends you couldn’t get rid of even if you tried? Yeah, I love those ones. Here are a few of ours. Taye is helping momma celebrate her […]
Meat Roll With Potatoes and Mushroom Gravy. Dear Vegetarians and Vegans, Please avert your eyes for we are about to embark upon the meatiest recipe I’ve ever made. I’m sorry. Love, Deanna And all the men said, “Meat and meat and meat and meat and potatoes? Amen.” Meat Roll With Potatoes and Mushroom Gravy Preheat […]
Fresh Balsamic Cherry Salad is my happy place. He who likes cherries soon learns to climb. – German proverb. Yes, one learns to climb when one likes cherries. Why? Because one would want to put this cherry salad into the pretty bowls which are kept up on the top shelf in the cupboard. I spent […]
Tuna Pasta Salad The three-day weekend. A time for gardening. A time for barbecuing. And a time for pasta salad with tiny American flags in it. Tuna Pasta Salad 1 pound of your favorite-shaped pasta, cooked & cooled 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 3-4 tablespoons mustard 2 cans of tuna packed in water, with juices 1/2 […]
The Pike Place Market Salad… with Salmon, Pear, Blackberries, and almonds. She is fresh. She is lovely and she is everything Seattle on one plate. While walking through Pike Place Market recently, I was handed some smoked salmon by a merchant. I took two steps further and was handed a piece of perfectly ripened pear […]
Was there ever a potluck where the seven-layer salad was not present when we were kids? Although similar, it seems everyone has their own special take on how a seven-layer salad should look. Mine? Well, I prefer 3 times 7 – hence an abundant 21 layers. The trifle bowl is the very best bowl for layered […]
Hasselback Potatoes. If nothing else, they are ready for a dinner party – and a delicious one at that. The beauty of potato dishes is that they are easy to make, comforting, and yet can be quite impressive at the same time. These Hasselback potatoes often get plenty of ooooos and ahhhhhs. Surely, they will […]
Today we’re making Creamy Mashed Potatoes – the traditional holiday potato. Creamy Mashed Potatoes 5 pounds russet potatoes 16 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 2 teaspoons sea salt 2 teaspoons pepper or white pepper 4 cloves fresh garlic cloves, minced or smashed (optional) 1/4 cup butter, sliced (for the top) Do […]
One amazing Buttered Herb Potatoes recipe and one colorful platter. Herb Potatoes Makes about 6 servings. Preheat oven to 400°F. 3 pounds fingerling potatoes (or baby reds) 1/4 cup olive oil 1 small yellow onion, diced 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 5 cloves garlic, minced or grated 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon coarse ground […]
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. So many potatoes, who can choose a favorite? This is my grandmother’s recipe that has been updated to be creamier and cheesier than the original. Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Preheat oven to 350°F. 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes Cold water with 2 teaspoons sea salt in it (to prevent potatoes from browning) 1 […]
