This refreshing Heart of Palm, Avocado & Cucumber Salad is a delightful and balanced dish. The combination of fresh ingredients and zesty lemon juice creates a satisfying meal or side. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends. Enjoy!
Roasted Smoky Carrot Dip
Embracing the abundance of summer vegetables led to a delightful culinary adventure with fresh carrots. The resulting Roasted Smokey Carrot Dip, featuring Spanish smoked paprika, offers a rich, smoky flavor. This versatile dip pairs well with various accompaniments, making it a perfect choice for entertaining. The recipe yields approximately 2 cups and can be refrigerated for up to a week.
Rhubarb Beurre Blanc w/Pan Seared Cod
The search for new ways to compose a fish meal led to creative experiments in the kitchen. Enter the star of the show: rhubarb. Tart, vibrant, and perfect for desserts, it now takes on a savory role in a beurre blanc sauce for pan-seared cod. The result? A silky pink masterpiece, perfect for dipping purple cauliflower or grilled chicken. Enjoy the magic of in-season veggies and butter!
Crudite Platters – Roasted Veggie Chips / Bagna Cauda / Feta & Rosemary Dip
Summer’s bounty of fresh produce can be transformed into delicious Crudité Platters – a fancy way of saying “I’m serving a variety of vegetables for you today.” Get creative with roasted veggies, flavorful dips, and surprising additions like bacon-wrapped cabbage. Impress your friends with a “can’t get enough” crowd-pleaser. Happy Vegetables!
Rice Bowls with Steak & Chimichurri Sauce
Indulge in a perfect Date Night In with sizzling steak and zesty chimichurri sauce. Elevate your evening with cozy lighting, soothing music, and a mouth-watering meal. The tender steak, flavorful rice, and vibrant chimichurri will keep you coming back for more. It’s a recipe for romance or a delightful family dinner! Happy Searing!
Ginger Rosé Sangria
Get ready for summer in mid-May Minnesota with this Ginger Rosé Sangria! This refreshing concoction is perfect for family gatherings and relaxing afternoons near the water. Just mix Rosé, ginger and orange liquors, and fresh fruit, then let it sit for at least an hour. Serve over ice, add some sparkling water, and enjoy! Cheers!
Freezer Door Cosmopolitan
A 1900’s luxury cruise murder mystery birthday party calls for fancy dresses, sleek hair, and yes, martinis! The Freezer Door Cosmopolitan, a freezer-friendly concoction, makes party prep a breeze. With vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry, and a hint of lime, it’s a hit! Holiday twist? Swap cranberry for pomegranate and add rosemary. Cheers to easy entertaining!
Ski Soup
Formerly denying my soup allegiance, I’ve embraced it after countless winters of soup conquests. From ski slopes to cozy chalets, this soup, complete with veggies, apple cider vinegar, and Italian sausage, is a winner. Even with pasta (cue the chili debate), it’s a damn good bowl. Winter warmth, here I come!
Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad
The roasted beet and citrus salad is a delightful blend of earthiness and acidity, with a punch of homemade dressing, a crunch of roasted pistachios, and the richness of feta. It’s a perfect addition to weeknight meals, complementing dishes like orange-marinated pork chops. The recipe allows for variations, such as using golden beets or adjusting beet sizes for palatability. With the right energy and excitement, this salad is a joy to prepare and enjoy.
Roasted Garlic Scape Dip
The season is coming soon…the fleeting, flavorful garlic scape emerges in late spring, promising sunny days and bountiful harvests. From pizzas to sauces, its garlicky, scallion-like taste adds zing to any dish. Try a roasted scape dip with basil, sour cream, and lemon for a balanced, irresistible treat. Don’t forget the chips and veggies – it’ll be gone in a flash!
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