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Friday, August 30, 2024

Sticky Chicken and the Weekly Menu

This quick, easy, delicious Sticky Chicken is ready in less than half an hour, making it perfect for a busy weekend meal.

Sticky Chicken with Quinoa Salad

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

R is for Rice

Delightfully different this fried rice contains fresh pineapple and sweet bell peppers for a fun take on a classic dish.

Pineapple Fried Rice

R is for Rice......

Monday, August 26, 2024

Blackberry Muffins #MuffinMonday

 It is nearly the end of Blackberry Season so I am enjoying them while they last.  These sour cream muffins are studded with tons of Blackberries so I get that juicy goodness in every single bite.

Blackberry Muffins

It's time for Muffin Monday......

Sunday, August 25, 2024

BBQ Chicken Ranch Salad #SundayFunday

My husband loves the BBQ Chicken Ranch Salad served at Cooper's Hawk Restaurant.  While this is not their recipe it is very similar and he was very pleased when I served it for dinner.

BBQ Chicken Ranch Salad

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are enjoying Salad this week......

Friday, August 23, 2024

It's Canning Season and Time for the Weekly Menu

It's that time of year again when my neighbors become very generous with the bounty from their gardens and I am a very happy recipient.  

Hatch Chile Salsa

This salsa combines fire-roasted Hatch Chiles with onions, tomatoes, garlic, and cilantro that you will enjoy all winter long.

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Blackberry Lime Breakfast Cake #CakeSliceBakers

I did not serve this delicious cake for breakfast. I had planned on having a piece for breakfast but it was so good it all got eaten when I served it for dessert the night I made it.

Blackberry Lime Breakfast Cake

It's time for The Cake Slice Bakers......

Sunday, August 18, 2024

Find Me Falling for Melitzanosalata #SundayFunday #MoviesandMunchies

Melitzanosalata is a Greek Eggplant Dip similar to baba ghanoush but flavored with kalamata olives and lemon instead of tahini for a brighter taste perfect for a summertime pool gathering.

Melitzanosalata with Veggies

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are making recipes featuring Eggplant today.....

Friday, August 16, 2024

Herbs de Provence Chicken, A Book Review and the Weekly Menu

 I just finished How the Light Gets In, the ninth in the Inspector Gamache series to which I am completely hooked.  

How the Light Gets In

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Q is for Quinoa

This Asian Quinoa Salad is a healthy, delicious way to Eat a Rainbow.  


Asian Quinoa Salad

Q is for Quinoa....

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Hush Puppies #BreadBakers

Golden brown, tender nuggets of cornmeal, Hushpuppies are an iconic, classic side dish for BBQ or Fried Fish in Southern USA.

Hushpuppies

The Bread Bakers are sharing Picnic Breads today.....

Sunday, August 11, 2024

Mixed Grill Platter #SundayFunday

When my brother and his wife were visiting from California we had one day where most of our children and their spouses and children joined us for dinner so they could spend time with their aunt and uncle. Chuck lives out of state and Anthony had to work but the rest of the family was able to come.

Mixed Grill Platter

Saturday, August 10, 2024

BBQ Goat Stew ( Nyama yeMbudz) #EattheWorld

Pull out your Instant Pot and in a short time you will be enjoying a tender, flavorful stew from Zimbabwe.  I used goat as is traditional for the area but this would be just as good with lamb or beef if you prefer.

BBQ Goat Stew in an Instant Pot

It's time for this month's Eat the World Challenge.....

Our Visit to Youngblood Vineyards and the Weekly Menu #WorldWineTravel

Today I want to share with you a little hidden gem that I found right in my neck of the woods.  Welcome to Youngblood Vineyards located in Ray Township, Michigan.  

Youngblood Vineyards
It's time for World Wine Travel and I am traveling right into my own neck of the woods......

Friday, August 9, 2024

Thai Basil Chicken #FarmersMarketWeek

Tender white meat chicken pieces, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions, tossed together in a savory sauce, garnished with fried basil leaves.

Thai Basil Chicken

Today is the final day of Farmer's Market Week.....

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Brusssels Slaw #FarmersMarketWeek

Fresh Brussels Sprouts are shredded and tossed with dried cherries and almond slices before being dressed in a sweet and sour vinaigrette.

Brussels Slaw

We are celebrating all the fresh bounty available at your Farmer's Market this week......

Monday, August 5, 2024

Mediterranean Pasta #FarmersMarketWeek

Pasta tossed with garden fresh tomatoes, fresh basil, pine nuts, and feta cheese.  A quick, delicious, warm meatless main meal in less than half an hour. 

Pasta with pinenunt, tomatoes and feta

The leftovers were just as delicious cold the following day when served as a side dish to our grilled burgers.

Sunday, August 4, 2024

Pasta Salad with Chicken and Peaches #SundayFunday

 This salad chock full of chicken, peaches, and pasta is a perfect lunch, light dinner, or side salad.  

Pasta Salad with Chicken and Peaches

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing recipes with Peaches today.....

Saturday, August 3, 2024

Venison Cutlets, A Book Review and the Weekly Menu #LitHappens

Venison Cutlets are dredged in seasoned flour and fried to a crisp golden brown on the outside and a perfect medium rare on the inside. 

Venison Cutlet Dinner

I was inspired to make this dinner while reading our Lit Happens selection for last month......