So, I realize that some of the things we do for meals may seem more involved than you want to get on your average weekday evening. Have you seen the Make-Ahead Meals section? Trust me. We have those nights too. In fact, we have those nights an average of 5 out of the 7 days … [Read more...] about Five-Minute Guacamole
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Build-Your-Own Burritos, Steak Style
There is a place in my heart that is occupied by a Chipotle burrito (or a bol). It's a large place on account of the size factor, so it's hard to miss. In fact, I don't know that there are many days I would turn down a Chipotle burrito if it were offered to me. The appeal of … [Read more...] about Build-Your-Own Burritos, Steak Style
Planting an Herb Garden…in a Pot.
I have a relatively large backyard for living in an urban area, yet my herb gardens live in pots. There are many reasons for this, but I first became a believer in the potted herbs after my first attempt at growing them. I had purchased seedlings and planted them hoping to … [Read more...] about Planting an Herb Garden…in a Pot.
Baked Potato Salad for Your Backyard Barbecue
Nothing screams potato salad like warm weather and eating outside in the backyard. Sure, you could buy that questionable yellow stuff behind the deli case at the supermarket, but I wouldn't recommend it. This will make you much happier than any pickle relish and mustard-laden … [Read more...] about Baked Potato Salad for Your Backyard Barbecue
Norwegian meets Cajun – Blackened Salmon Happens
Minnesotans take great pride in telling people where their ancestors came from and for the most part there are only three places of origin. Norway, Sweden or Germany. If you have relatives who came from anywhere else, say, Poland, you are considered "exotic." I'm a 50/50 … [Read more...] about Norwegian meets Cajun – Blackened Salmon Happens
