Wild Rice and Edamame Salad

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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family and I have no doubt it will become a familiar side or main at many other houses soon too! I think it imperative to start with the simple cooking instructions for wild rice as the salad above calls for the rice to be already cooked so you can get to mixing the ingredients, chilling and most importantly eating.  All the prep for … [Read more...]

My recent go-to brunch meal

Spinach Strata

As we have just wrapped up the holidays I thought I would share my favorite make-ahead brunch dish.  Over the past many weeks my family enjoyed this dish at a few holiday breakfast/brunches.  Every time I serve it, it gets raving reviews.  So with no further … [Read more...]

Black Bean and Corn Salad

Flavors of Summer

This salad is the perfect compliment to grilled meats or seafood and the flavors of summer.  Packed with freshness it is sure to be a hit with whomever you choose to share it with!  The prep time of this dish is only about 25 minutes. Ingredients 1/3 cup fresh lime juice 1/2 cup olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 1 (15 … [Read more...]

Sea Scallops with Orange Tarragon Butter Sauce on the Grill

Sea Scallops with Orange Tarragon Butter Sauce on the Grill Ingredients: 1 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc 2 tbsp white-wine vinegar 2 tbsp chopped shallots 1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted butter, cut into 16 equal pieces, chiled zest of 1 orange 1 tsp chopped freshly ground black pepper, to taste (for sauce) 16 large sea scallops (2 lbs) canola or … [Read more...]

Vanilla Spice Oatmeal

Ingredients 3 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, optional 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch nutmeg 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste 1 cup lowfat milk, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Stir in the oats and … [Read more...]

Strawberry and Mozzarella Salad

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 heart romaine lettuce, torn or cut into bite-sized pieces (3 cups lightly packed) 1 8-ounce container of strawberries, hulled and sliced 3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced (about 3/4 cup) 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons Directions In a small bowl whisk … [Read more...]