Southwest Watermelon Salad

When I first thought about this flavor combination, my forehead wrinkled – for ME to think an ingredient amalgamation strange really says something.Sweet corn, watermelon, oregano????????? Sure, lime juice and feta mixed with either corn OR watermelon sounds great – but all together…hmmm.As it turns it, the mixture is amazingly delish! It’s fresh, it’s fragrant,…

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Lemon Beet Jalapeño Salsa Salad

I never really was a fan of beets for much of my life.It wasn’t until moving to the PNW and working at Whole Foods in downtown Portland, that I grew to love the rich, romantic, root veggie.– oh boy do I miss the cornucopia of produce in that region of the country – what a…

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Basket of Baby Heirlooms

There is so much about the summer that I truly love.  I believe I frequently mention my adoration for fresh produce and the delicious gift of vine ripened juicy tomatoes. Mmmm…. With just a touch of salt ~ My mouth waters just thinking about it. Most often I treat myself to the big Beefsteak heirlooms,…

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Heirloom Tomato Madness

No recipe really…just a reflection on the absolutely astounding and so desired taste and sensation of freshly picked and perfectly ripe heirloom tomatoes. I simply cannot wait for my garden to grow. Summer comes soon…but not soon enough! Sea salt and pepper. Yum!

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Sunshine and Lentils

With bright blue skies and beaming sun, I’ve been in the mood for bright and colorful foods!  Luckily, a lovely case of lentils arrived on my desk not too terribly long ago, with a little recipe inspiration. Fresh, clean, and satisfying, this easy salad can really round out an early summer evening…perhaps on the porch,…

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