Each summer, I spend as much time pool-side at my parents’ house as I can. It’s our own little oasis where we can slow down, enjoy the sunshine and make memories as a family. And since food is always at the center of those memories, we take great pleasure in light, refreshing meals that are simple enough to make that they don’t cut into our restful day. (more…)
I’m always trying to find new ways to make fresh veggie salads. After a while the basic lettuce with cucumber and tomato gets dull, so when I found a recipe for Southwest Layered Cornbread Salad, I knew I was on to something good. (more…)
A new recipe for veggies! I found it just in time! I need to bring a salad to a neighborhood cookout. Usually there are pasta salads, fruit salads and fresh veggies to dip. I wanted to share an easy, quick recipe that could star alongside corn-on-the cob at the picnic but that would be a unique twist on veggies and salad. So, since the picnic was in my backyard, Grilled Vegetable Salad made with vegetables from the garden (or market) was the answer.
Mid to late summer brings a wealth of vegetable options, whether from your garden or from the Farmers’ Market, to make creative and colorful recipes. I have a very small garden, but I am growing a rainbow of colorful bell peppers that I can use. That’s about it for the selection from my garden. So, at least this time I will need to make a quick trip to the market to get the remaining ingredients. With little effort, my salad will be a hit at this weekend’s cookout! (more…)