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Southwestern Black Bean, Quinoa and Mango Salad – Great Make Ahead!

In Sides On August 21, 2019 0 Comments

This is a very refreshing salad, especially for hot days.  It’s a great plant based salad, but would also be good with some leftover grilled shrimp.  And a… Read More »

Tumeric Roasted Cauliflower – Quick and Easy!

In Sides On July 31, 2019 0 Comments

1 large head cauliflower about 2 pounds 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2-3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon red… Read More »

Mexican Rice – Better than the Restaurant!

In Sides On May 7, 2019 0 Comments

3 T. vegetable oil 1 c. uncooked long-grain rice 2 T. finely minced onion 1 clove garlic, crushed or finely minced 1/2 t. kosher salt 1/2 t. ground… Read More »

Refried Beans – In The Instant Pot!

In Sides On May 7, 2019 0 Comments

So simple, and way better than those canned refried beans! 2 T. oil (I use half bacon fat) 1 small onion,  small dice 4 cloves garlic, minced or… Read More »

Kippy’s Greek Spinach and Feta Burgers – Super Good!

In Lunch, Sides On July 27, 2018 0 Comments

My sister in law makes these, and we are always excited when she brings them to dinner.  They are better than crab cakes!! 1 – 10 oz pkg… Read More »

Pierogie Filled with Potatoes and Cheddar Cheese

In Sides On January 31, 2018 0 Comments

Just like grandma made.  The dough is very thick and may make your mixer “buck”, but it turns out to be very soft and pliable.  No need to… Read More »

Cauliflower “Rice” Pilaf – Healthier and Tastier Alternative to Rice

In Sides On September 24, 2017 0 Comments

My husband has an aversion to cauliflower.  I fixed this dish and asked him how he liked his rice.  He said it was very good.  Busted! 1 large… Read More »

Basic Quinoa

In Sides On January 10, 2017 0 Comments

Quinoa has a bitter outer shell, and unless it has already been pre-rinsed, you need to soak it in water for 20 minutes, drain, and rinse.  I prefer… Read More »

Steakhouse Mashed Potatoes with Horseradish and Sour Cream

In Sides On September 11, 2016 0 Comments

I love these mashed potatoes that you get in a steak house and you will, too. 2 lbs. red or russet potatoes 1/2 – 3/4 c. sour cream… Read More »

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes – So Sweet!

In Appetizers/Salads, Sides On September 11, 2016 0 Comments

I love cherry tomatoes, but lately, the skins have been so tough, they are hard to enjoy.  So I roasted them and discovered that you can easily pinch… Read More »