Here’s a quick and very tasty dinner– great for hot summer evenings when you want standing over the stove time to be short. This Indian inspired entree features fresh ginger and garlic, chopped tomatoes, a dash of cinnamon and cayenne, and a goodly amount of curry powder and garam masala simmered with chicken thighs. It will come together in no time, leaving more time to sit outside and enjoy starry night skies. Read More
Chicken and corn chowder
This is a simple but satisfyingly flavorful chowder that will come together in minutes and be on your table in no time. It is rich and creamy, but thanks to the use of cream style corn, it is surprisingly low in calories and fat! Rotisserie chicken saves time, and you can sneak in diced carrots, or white beans to add more healthy tastiness. Read More
Mexican Street Corn Salad
It’s true this is the quintessential summer salad. When fresh corn, tomatoes, and lettuce are plentiful and full of sunshiny good flavor and the cilantro is bursting out of the herb garden this salad just can’t be beat. But it turns out it’s a flexible little salad, and as the weather grows cold, it pairs wonderfully with a hearty bowl of beef or chicken chili. It has garlic, lime, chili powder and jalapeno for spice and tartness, plus salty Cotija cheese crumbs and creamy avocado chunks for more tastiness. Try adding some chili-lime powder from Trader Joe’s for an extra kick! Read More
Citrus Chicken with Almonds
This is a bright and colorful salad bursting with summer flavor. The chili-cumin rubbed chicken complements the sweetness of the clementine segments and almonds, and the cucumber and bell peppers add satisfying crunch and texture. The honey-citrus dressing is delicious but not overwhelming or heavy. Perfect for lunch, light supper or an afternoon picnic. Read More
Chocolate covered cheesecake bites
This is such a supreme dessert that trying to describe it seems redundant. Vanilla cheesecake is made extra creamy with mascarpone cheese and tops a buttery pecan and graham cracker crust. A thick covering of chocolate covers the entire very worthwhile goodie. You will want to cut these small as they are very rich. Cut them into squares or rectangles, or use a cookie cutter to make elegant little rounds. Top with candy flowers or whatever edible decor you fancy! Read More
Chocolate Mint Brownies
If you love the little chocolate after- dinner mints you get with your check at diners, then you will really really love these rich chocolate mint brownies. A thick brownie base is topped with a creamy mint buttercream frosting and then a smooth chocolate ganache is poured over it all….to die for!
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