Grilled Eggplant with Blueberry Mustard Vinaigrette …and how to freeze eggplant
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Cooking ~ Recipes
…recipes ~ originals and favorites from friends as well as from here, there and everywhere!
Crispy Fish Sandwich With Roasted Tomato, Peach and Nectarine Jam
Enjoy those last summer tomatoes in this sweet n’spicy jam… roasted tomatoes, peaches and nectarines! Spoon over cream cheese or on crispy fish sandwiches.
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Tomato Swiss Slab Pie
What makes a juicy ripe tomato even better? How about a cheesy, buttery flaky crust underneath with the bright, fresh flavor of dill! Serve this Tomato Swiss Slab Pie in small wedges as an appetizer, or in bigger wedges as a side dish. Perfect alongside a salad for a light, meatless meal.
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Scratch-Made Fire & Ice (Dilled) Pickled Peppers
Many of us have made traditional “fire and ice” pickles using store-bought dill pickles. Our twist is a fast way to use those summer peppers that seem to come from every which way all at once … no processing, just refrigerate, eat and share. This recipe doesn’t require exact amounts, so you can make brine and use any amount of peppers (or other vegetables) you have.
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Grilled Fish Tacos with Watermelon Pico de Gallo
This sweet and hot watermelon pico de gallo is the perfect topping for fresh North Carolina fish, shrimp or crab tacos. For the best texture, stir together just before serving.
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Key Lime Pie Pretzel Ice Cream Sandwich Bites
Sometimes, “just a little something” to finish off a summertime meal is all you need. Make these no-cook no-churn key lime ice cream treats days ahead and just take out what’s needed.
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Everything’s HOT up ‘n here Bagels! Bye Bye Gluten & Carbs
Cheesy gluten and carb free bagels… with a kick of cayenne and a dusting of crispy everything bagel dust!
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Hoop Cheese Biscuits… ooey gooey and OMG! good.
Pull out a muffin tin and bake some of my original hoop cheese biscuits… fluffy muffin pan biscuits with a hunka cheese hidden inside for the BEST first bite surprise!
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Grilled Southwestern Romaine Salad with NC Shrimp
Let your grill do the work on this one… dressed up or down as you’d like, grilled southwestern romaine with NC Shrimp is as quick a side as you can fix … but watch it closely, it is ready in a flash!
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Watermelon Arnold Palmer
Icy cold… perfect refreshment for a hot summer’s day with fresh watermelon and lemon-green tea ice cubes!
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Arnold Palmer Chicken Wings
Arnold Palmers are a refreshing treat on a hot summer’s day. The lemon and tea pairs so well, I created a version for these deelish wings. Tailgate friendly, too!
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Summer Squash Spoonbread with Pimento Cheese
Tis the season … for scores of squash! This spoonbread pairs pimento cheese with squash to create an all-in-one, veggie-laden cheesy bread. Add a cool summer salad and serve alongside some grilled goodies on the porch, along with an icy glass of lemonade.
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