Beer Braised Short Ribs made with beef ribs that have been slowly braised in beer, mustard, garlic and vegetables until they're 'fall off the bone' tender. I had run into the grocery store last week with a list of about 10 items and came out with a full basket spending close to $200. Has that ever happened to you? It...
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Fettuccine pasta tossed with mushrooms in a light pink grapefruit and fresh mint sauce is deliciously light and flavorful. I normally don't follow a "Meatless Monday" format on a regular basis here on the blog, but every now and then we just crave pasta. I mean who doesn't right? And this recipe for Fettuccine with Pink Grapefruit and Mint was...
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Corn and Tomato Salad made with fresh corn on the cob and garden cherry tomatoes tossed with aged balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Fall is officially here and the summer vegetable crops are starting to come to an end for most of us here in the northeast, making way for fields of pumpkins, gourds and cornstalks. Here is...
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Fried Green Cherry Tomatoes served with an Avocado Ranch Dipping Sauce are a quick and easy way to utilize homegrown tomatoes. I love waking up on a Sunday morning, having a cup of tea with my husband before the kids get up and finding a movie on tv to watch while the house is quiet. A few Sunday's ago, that...
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Greek Black Bean Sliders made with black beans, oregano, sun dried tomatoes, mushrooms, oats and Feta cheese are a heart healthy, tasty meatless lunch or dinner idea. According to an article last fall on DoctorOz.com, eating beans several times per week may lower the risk of diabetes, heart disease, colorectal cancer, and helps with weight management. Since beans are hearty, they...
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