Glorious Greek Salad Dressing
This Greek salad dressing, I promise you, is glorious! Am I a rocket scientist? Nope. A doctor? Nope. A Greek goddess? Well, my husband thinks so… (I did… Read More »
Black Bean and Corn Salad
Neck and back pain is no fun, but it could certainly be worse. I am thankful for my overall health. While the meds help with the pain, they… Read More »
Melon Fruit Salad with Citrus Dressing
So our beloved Patriots did not win yesterday’s championship game, will not be advancing to the Superbowl and watching was nor nearly as much fun as it would… Read More »
My Favorite Salad of 2013: Spinach, Strawberry and Apple Salad with an Apple Vinaigrette
I must make a declaration. This my favorite salad of 2013! How many ways can you make a spinach salad? Lots actually. But in my humble opinion a… Read More »
Bacon Herb Salad
This afternoon we enjoyed a delicious Sunday dinner with our dear Amanda and her family. This side salad was the accompaniment to our grilled pork chops and nectarines… Read More »
Roasted Strawberries and a Mixed Green Salad
For the next six weeks bloggers like me will collaborate with the FN Dish. We will be sharing recipes for sensational sides every Wednesday. All recipes will go live… Read More »
Grilled Romaine Salad
I decided since I was creating a special steakhouse meal for my family, I would try my hand at a grilled salad. With romaine lettuce, red onion and… Read More »
Comforting Sausage, Potato and Kale Soup
I needed a comforting delicious soup. It has been a painful week for me! I began P90X last week and my body has been screaming for help. In… Read More »
Tropical Tossed Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
With winter here, you may be wondering why I chose to highlight or create a tropical tossed salad recipe. Our dear friend’s the Forster’s came over for dinner… Read More »
Baby Spinach Salad with Pecans, Cranberries and a Maple Vinaigrette
It’s the second week of Food Network’s Fall Fest! The Food Network teams up with bloggers like me to share our favorites recipes using the wonderful vegetables and… Read More »
Butternut Squash Apple Soup
I just love this time of year, don’t you? Fall inspires me to decorate my home in autumnal colors, make family trips to local apple orchards, to pick… Read More »
Wedge Salad with Cucumber Ranch Dressing
The instant my food processor began whirling around grating my cucumber, the fresh smell indicated that this was going to be a great salad dressing! There’s simply no… Read More »
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