This past November I signed up to be adopted by another blogger through Dine and Dish. My blog was still a baby, not even a year old, and I was in need of some focus and direction. The stars aligned, and Michelle from What's Cooking entered my life. Michelle has been wonderful … [Read more...] about Grilled Pineapple-Mango Salmon
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Top Shelf Steak Fajitas
Fajitas are usually something I order at restaurants. I love to get a sizzling skillet full of peppers, onions, seasoned beef and a stack of warm tortillas. The dish is always a feast for all the senses. When it comes to Mexican food at our house, we usually stick to tacos, … [Read more...] about Top Shelf Steak Fajitas
Ginger-Soy Beef Tenderloin Kebabs
Frequent readers of this blog should be well aware that during certain times of the year our local grocer marks down the beef tenderloin to a price more representative of sirloin. When this happens, we stock up. We have shared a few ways we prepare this: on the grill as … [Read more...] about Ginger-Soy Beef Tenderloin Kebabs
Spring Vegetable Fried Rice with the Kids
I've shared fried rice before, only that time there was chicken involved, and this time I turned to whatever the farmer's market would supply me with. I came home with a mesh bag full of sugar snap peas, baby bok choy and beautifully twisted garlic scapes. I've always been … [Read more...] about Spring Vegetable Fried Rice with the Kids
Chicken Salad: Deconstructed Guacamole Style
It's not a secret that I love avocados. I buy 4 or so a week on a regular basis, and then I add chunks of them to salads, I spread them on burgers and sandwiches, and I love them as guacamole and chips. It's no surprise then that when looking for a twist on chicken salad, I … [Read more...] about Chicken Salad: Deconstructed Guacamole Style