We know spring has arrived when we see strawberry fields opening all around! Stop by your local farm and get some to make my citrusy fresh strawberry slaw, great to serve alongside all sorts of things, especially my deviled crab.
Spring Strawberry Slaw with honey citrus dressing ...keep reading »
This Manhattan-style chowder base is chock full of tomatoes, summer vegetables and herbs — keep it on hand for fast, fresh fish or seafood chowder. Freeze in quarts and then add any combination of oysters, shrimp, crab, clams, scallops or fish at serving time. We topped ours with crispy fried oysters.
Farmers’ Market Spicy Seafood Chowder Base ...keep reading »
Traditional Brazilian Lemonade is made with limes (limes are more plentiful there). As delicious as that is, I’ve added lemon with the lime for an extra robust citrus flavor. Skip the seltzer if you like but we’re fond of the additional froth. This also makes a nice mixer for adult cocktails.
Frothy Brazilian Lemonade ...keep reading »
Are you a furbaby mom or dad? I am… mama to June Bug, my sweet little blind Speagle. She loves treats, especially this one. These Furbaby Watermelon Colada Coolers
Furbaby Watermelon Colada Coolers ...keep reading »
Fries and a burger, ho hum. Flip a switch on those boring fries by serving okra! Easy to make and best when hot, these smoky okra fries are still tasty at room temperature. Add the sweet and savory honey drizzle over these crispy fries—woo hoo!
Smoky Okra Fries with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle ...keep reading »
Smashburgers! or Smash Burgers? No matter which you way you prefer, they’re everywhere these days… but do you know what that actually means? My definition is a good
Everything Pork Smash Burgers with Toasty Hoop Cheese ...keep reading »
These homemade dog treats are a cool treat on hot summer days for your fur baby pooches! Make this easy Bacon Cheeseburger Ice Brittle for yours to have on hand for a frosty treat from the freezer.
Bacon Cheeseburger Ice Brittle for pups ...keep reading »
This one might sound a bit odd, but do give them a try. They add a fun little pickled crunch to deviled eggs, sandwiches, meats, salads and dips.
Hot n’Honey Dill Pickled Mustard Seeds ...keep reading »
High temperatures paired with abundant vegetables make for healthy nibbles or a light meal. Roasting brings out the natural sugars in your vegetables that caramelize for a sweet zing. Exact measurements are not needed — make as much as you need for your crew. Dollop with Buttermilk Green Goddess Dressing and you’ll never look at vegetables the same way again.
Roasted Veggies & Shrimp Skewers ...keep reading »
Here’s an old dressing with a bright twist thanks to some citrus alternatives to the standard lemon. Super simple to throw together, it’s free of preservatives and packed with vibrant flavor. Use as a sandwich spread, veggie dip, topping for meat and fish or a pasta sauce — the possibilities are endless!
Buttermilk Citrus Green Goddess Dressing (and roasted vegetables & shrimp skewers) ...keep reading »
Summer’s almost gone and here comes fall. Still too hot for heavy autumn dishes… this fresh salad with rotisserie chicken and crispy apples is just right!
Apple Chicken Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing ...keep reading »
I don’t know about you, but I don’t recall ever meeting a deviled egg I didn’t like, like these Reuben Deviled Eggs. I’m not particularly fond of the white part…
Dilled Reuben Deviled Eggs ...keep reading »
