This Chinese Chicken Salad takes the lighter road than the heavier versions I always see at those popular food chains that everyone loves. It's made with crunchy romaine, wontons, and an almond crunch, and is topped with protein-packed chicken breast, pasta noodles, and a ... continue reading... about Chinese Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing
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Lime and Chile Butter Chicken Skewers
Please, please, please! Say it ain’t so! But yes, it’s true, we’re headlong into the wind down of summer. Sniffle here and sob there, I’m harboring some serious resentment at the fact that summer is quickly fading into fall. This is mostly due to the fact that in mid-July I ... continue reading... about Lime and Chile Butter Chicken Skewers
Roasted Potato Salad with Bacon Dressing
Who is ready for summer? Who is ready for summer fun? And summer trips? And who wants to go on trip with me and a few other bloggers to see where the food on our tables actually comes from? I'll fill you in on that opportunity right after this potato salad fills you up. Memorial ... continue reading... about Roasted Potato Salad with Bacon Dressing
Hot Crab Dip
This hot crab dip requires less than 10 minutes of hands-on prep and is a crowd pleaser every time. It's simple, but oh so good! Hot Crab Dip Appetizer Yes sir! It is FRRRRIIIDAY! And that means my work is just about to begin. This weekend will be jam packed: A photo ... continue reading... about Hot Crab Dip
Seared Ahi Tuna with Asian Avocado Salsa
Are you a dinner recipe planner or do you fly by the seat of your desires once your cute striped TOD’s hit the front door of your favorite grocery store? I wish I was a better grocery shopping planner. But then if I was, I wouldn’t have found these amazing tuna steaks at ... continue reading... about Seared Ahi Tuna with Asian Avocado Salsa
Kale and Cabbage Coleslaw with Marcona Almonds
I'm into layering. Not just in my clothing options—yes, I'm a big fan of piling on the tank, then the shirt, then the sweater, jacket or blazer—but also when it comes to cooking. Layering flavors and textures in a dish—and even an entire menu—is the sign of an adventurous and ... continue reading... about Kale and Cabbage Coleslaw with Marcona Almonds
Grandma’s Scrambled Egg Recipe and 6 Ideas for Brinner
I have a love/hate relationship with Daylight Savings Time. I love it for giving me more time to do “fun stuff”—verses "boring stuff"—with Smudge, like flying kites or taking the dogs for walks. I hate it for making me get up earlier than my body wants to and making me eat my ... continue reading... about Grandma’s Scrambled Egg Recipe and 6 Ideas for Brinner
Lobster Etouffee and 5 Cajun Crustacean Recipes
Baby its cold outside and I’m ready for some heat. So this big mama is pointing my cookin’ compass to ‘Nawlins baby! My first intro to real New Orleans cooking was years ago thanks to my little sister and bro-in-law, both oil execs who were working just outside New Orleans, who ... continue reading... about Lobster Etouffee and 5 Cajun Crustacean Recipes
Stuffed Pasilla Peppers Recipe for Cinco De Mayo
I have a theory about Cinco de Mayo: It's a holiday that was created purely to celebrate and satiate our cravings for Mexican food. What the?? What about winning wars and Mexican independence and all that history stuff? Well, contrary to what many believe, Cinco de Mayo isn't ... continue reading... about Stuffed Pasilla Peppers Recipe for Cinco De Mayo
