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Category Archives: Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Guacamole, it isn’t pretty
Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner … if you want a quick, simple dip that is perfect for the occasion guacamole is your answer. Just a few ingredients are added to avocado to make this creamy, yummy dish. … Continue reading
Decorated Eggs- Adorable Chick Deviled Eggs
Last year, when I told my 9-year-old son we were going to decorate eggs, he got excited. He started plotting and planning what he would do with crayons, markers, and food coloring. When I began to peel the plain white … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday Ideas, Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged Chicks, deviled eggs, Easter, Garnishing
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Egg-speriment, perfect boiled eggs
Every year about this time, the great debate starts about exactly how you should boil an egg. There seems to be divided opinions on this subject, and I have to admit my favorite resource is my grandmother, who I call almost every … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday Ideas, Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged boiled eggs, deviled eggs, Eggs, hard boiled eggs
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Lush Winter Greens
Since our community garden and the local farmers market are bursting with fresh vibrant greens I wanted to remind you of an old favorite recipe and share a new one. In case you’ve forgotten I am originally from Ayden, NC, … Continue reading
Posted in Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged arugula, collards, greens, herbs, pesto, sauces
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Happy Hanukkah- Rosemary and Garlic Chive Latkes
I enjoy learning about the holiday traditions of other cultures, especially when they involve food. Latkes are the traditional food of Hanukkah. The oil they are fried in is symbolic of the oil that was used during the celebration of the Macabeeʼs … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday Ideas, Side Dishes, Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged hannakah, kosher, pancakes, potatoes
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Shrimp and Corn Soup
As the temperature drops our appreciation of a warm bowl of soup increases. My family really enjoys this soup recipe because it has a little something for everyone- I love the cilantro, my kids love the sweetness of the corn, … Continue reading
Posted in Seafood, Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers, Uncategorized
Tagged chowder, seafood, shrimp, soup
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Caprese Salad- Tomato and Basil Celebration
I love it that we have such an extended growing season here in Florida. Though many gardens are no longer abundant with basil our local community garden is so I thought I would make this simple salad over the holidays. … Continue reading
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Tagged basil bruschetta, salad, tomato
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Blueberry Balsamic Salad with Goat Cheese Croutons
One of the things I love most about gardening is out ability to grow plenty of beautiful baby greens in a small area. These fresh picked leaves are fresher, sweeter, and healthier than anything you can find in a store … Continue reading
Posted in Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged balsamic, croutons, goat cheese, salad
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Poinsettia Cheese Torta
A few years ago I started making a layered cheese dip that was perfect for the Christmas season because of it’s colors: red, green, and white. In addition to making an incredibly beautiful presentation with the poinsettia like flower on top- this was also very delicious and fabulous to make in advance. … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday Ideas, Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged cream cheese, pesto, torta
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Classic Hot Cheese Dip
Merry Christmas! With December upon us so starts the season of entertaining and parties. Often we need a quick, economical appetizer idea and it is nice to find one that uses seasonal ingredients. Onions provide the perfect medium for this cheesy option. … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday Ideas, Soups,Salads,Sandwiches & Appetizers
Tagged appetizer, cheese, Dip
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