Blackberry, Sage and Grapefruit Mocktail

Ingredients: Sage leaves spindrift BlackBerry sparkling water 1/2 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Water 2 grapefruit, juiced Blackberries (optional) Directions: 1. Put 4 sage leaves with the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to maintain a steady simmer until the mixture thickensContinue reading “Blackberry, Sage and Grapefruit Mocktail”

Pho

Ingredients: 4 pounds beef soup bones 1 onion, unpeeled and cut in half 1 large finger fresh ginger, sliced 1 tablespoon salt 2 pods star anise 2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce 4 quarts water 1 (8 ounce) package dried rice noodles 1 lb chicken breasts 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon chopped green onion 1Continue reading “Pho”

Strawberry Sauce

Ingredients: 1 pound strawberries, sliced 1/3 cup sugar 1 Tbsp lemon juice Directions: 1. In a medium saucepan, combine sliced strawberries, 1/3 cup sugar and 1 Tbsp lemon juice. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Strawberries will release juice without any mashing required. 2. Reduce heat and simmer 20-23 minContinue reading “Strawberry Sauce”

Quick Yellow Mustard Potato Salad

This is one of my favorite summer salads! It is adapted from Rachael Ray’s recipe. I use vegan mayo because my oldest son has an egg allergy. Using vegan mayo also keeps us safe from spoiling at summer BBQ’s. Enjoy!! Ingredients: 3 medium-large potatoes, peeled and cubed 3 ribs celery, finely chopped 1/2 small toContinue reading “Quick Yellow Mustard Potato Salad”

Mojo Marinated Pork

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup lightly packed cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon orange zest Juice of one orange 1 tsp lime zest Juice of one lime 1/4 cup lightly packed mint leaves, chopped 8 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon oregano, chopped 2 teaspoons ground cumin Kosher salt and black pepper 3 1/2 poundsContinue reading “Mojo Marinated Pork”

Sautéed Corn with Leeks and Bacon

Ingredients: 6 slices of bacon, cut into ½ pieces 1 pound leeks, white and light green parts, halved and sliced thin Salt and pepper 4 ears of corn, kernels cut from cobs Fresh parsley, chopped (1/4 cup) Directions: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook bacon in non-stick skillet until crispy. Transfer bacon to paperContinue reading “Sautéed Corn with Leeks and Bacon”

Garlicky Noodles with Bok Choy

Ingredients: 16 oz fresh Chinese noodles 1 Tbsp peanut oil 1 lb bok choy, cut into 3” pieces if the leaves are large 1 large carrot, shredded 1/2 c vegetable broth (we prefer low sodium) 2 Tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 2 Tbsp ginger 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup loose cilantro leavesContinue reading “Garlicky Noodles with Bok Choy”

Pork Dumplings

This recipe makes a large amount of dumplings. IF there are extras, they freeze well! Thaw them out and steam again! Ingredients: Dipping Sauce: 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 1/2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce Juice of 1 lemon Pork Dumplings: 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons minced ginger 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 small bunchContinue reading “Pork Dumplings”

Garlic Crab Angel Hair

Ingredients: 4 oz lump crab meat 1/2 pound angel hair pasta 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley Salt and black pepper Red pepper flakes Directions: 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt the water generously, cook pasta to al dente.Continue reading “Garlic Crab Angel Hair”

Pineapple and Cucumber Salsa

It is summer and it is patio season. This is a bright, fun and different salsa for outdoor eating! Served best with tortilla chips or as a topping on fish tacos! Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups pineapple, diced 1/2 cup English cucumber, diced 1/2 red onion, diced 1 small jalapeño, seeded and diced 1/2 bunch ofContinue reading “Pineapple and Cucumber Salsa”