Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Early Breakfast

early breakfast, orange, coffee, croissants and orange juice

Fruits And Vegetables - Tasty Tomatillo Guacamole

Mix fruity tomatillos, those husk-covered relatives of the tomato, with your guacamole to create a different taste. Take out seeds and membranes from jalapenos for a milder sauce, or leave them in if you like things spicy.

Monday, September 28, 2015

Sunday, September 27, 2015

Seafood - Cedar Planked Salmon 2

This is a dish my brother prepared for me in Seattle. Salmon is smoked by cooking it on a cedar plank. It is by far the best salmon I've ever eaten. I like to serve with an Asian inspired rice and roasted asparagus.

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Side Dish - Scalloped Corn

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Here's a side dish which our family loves! Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Puff Pastry Bun Isolated On White Background

Puff pastry bun isolated on white background. Healthy patty with spinach.

Friday, September 25, 2015

Seafood - Deep Fried Lobster

This is actually one of my daddy's recipes. He's a commercial fisherman, but he finds time to make this whenever the family is together. But don't be fooled this simple recipe is one of the best out there.

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Cereals With Strawberry Slices

Top view image of a bowl of cereals decorated with strawberry slices on top

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Chili I 2

Here's a chili recipe you'll love, combining ground beef and cubed top sirloin. Other ingredients include beer, strong-brewed coffee, unsweetened cocoa powder and ground cumin.

Monday, September 21, 2015

Cheese - Artichoke Dip I

A friend at work made this and I had to have the recipe. It's so simple to make and sooo tasty. Plenty of cheese makes this a real treat on crackers or French bread.

Saturday, September 19, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Lances French Onion Soup

Match this standard onion soup with a bottle of Zinfandel and a green salad for a delicious supper. Yellow or white onions are mixed with beef broth, a teaspoon of sugar, and some white wine. Topped with sliced French bread and shredded Swiss. Deliciou

Friday, September 18, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Swiss Potato Soup

Chopped potatoes and onions are cooked in chicken bouillon and milk to create this creamy soup seasoned with marjoram. Serve with a sprinkling of grated cheese.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Caprese On A Stick

Serve your Caprese salad on toothpicks for a fun, easy appetizer. It takes just a few minutes to thread mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves onto the picks and drizzle with olive oil.

Bottle Of Fresh Milk With Cookies

Bottle of fresh milk with cookies and with white background

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Side Dish - Smashed Potatoes

Tiny yellow or red-fleshed potatoes are boiled until tender, smushed a little bit, then drizzled with an herb-infused oil and balsamic vinegar seasoning. The potatoes then get a trip through a hot oven to crisp up.

Saturday, September 12, 2015

Friday, September 11, 2015

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Side Dish - Green Beans With Cherry Tomatoes

These beans are briefly boiled and tossed with cherry tomatoes in a buttery basil sauce to make the most yummy green beans ever! We serve these at Easter Dinner every year but are a delicious accent to any meal.

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Side Dish - Carrot Souffle With Brown Sugar

Sweet carrot Souffle made with brown sugar and vanilla. A must to bring along next time you are invited for dinner. Easy, unique, and always a hit!

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Polish Chicken And Dumplings

This is an old family recipe for the dumplings, which were originally Polish egg noodles (kluski), and over the years I have modified it to make homemade dumplings. The broth is seasoned with basil, allspice, and poultry seasoning.

Tuesday, September 1, 2015