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Sliced grilled balsamic flank steak on a white plate with chimichurri drizzled over the top.
Grilled Flank Steak with Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce Beef & SteakDinnerMain CoursesMain DishesOn the GrillSummer Lovin'
August 8, 2024

Grilled Flank Steak with Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce

Try this simple marinade on a flank steak, especially if you plan to make a chimichurri accompaniment! Grilled flank steak with cilantro parsley chimichurri sauce is our family's favorite summer main course this year. Try this recipe for Sunday night dinner or for hosting guests. Grilled Flank Steak Ingredients You will need 1.5 - 2 pounds of flank steak, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, olive oil, kosher salt, onion powder, 3…
Chimichurri prepared in a bowl displayed next to grilled flank steak
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August 1, 2024

Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce

This Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce has been the summer dinner MVP for us! Perfect for enhancing a grilled flank or skirt steak, this sauce is easy to make and has a fresh, zesty flavor.  After many experiments, we finally came up with what we think is a winning chimichurri recipe. We hope you think so too. Chimichurri Facts:  According to FoodNetwork.com, chimichurri is a flavorful herb-based sauce that originated in…
3 - 2 oz bottles of ginger turmeric shots on a wooden tray with a background of fresh apples, lemons, ginger, and turmeric
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June 27, 2024

Ginger Turmeric Shots

If you need an immunity boost or an inflammation reducer,  try these delicious ginger turmeric shots, packed with vitamins and nutrients.   Enjoy them over 1 week, giving your body natural immunity support.  These daily shots are slightly sweet and tangy, and offer a little ginger-spice kick of flavor as well. When I am feeling run down, have a cold, or am preparing for germ season, these ginger turmeric shots are…
Roasted Red Pepper Dip served with seasoned pita chips, and garnished with basil leaves
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May 30, 2024

Roasted Red Pepper Dip

This Roasted Red Pepper Dip is easy and packed with flavor.  Originally inspired by a tasty appetizer from a favorite happy hour spot in Hermosa Beach, California, I have attempted to replicate this light, creamy Mediterranean-style dish over the last few years.  We would quickly devour two to three orders of this appetizer with our large happy hour group.  Proven time and time again, this appetizer will not disappoint! Ingredients…
Grilled chickenbreast on a platter with some other grilled vegetables and meat in the background
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May 2, 2024

Simple & Delicious Grilled Chicken Marinade

This is a favorite simple marinade for grilled chicken that is also versatile.  We love it for grilled chicken as a main course, in a salad, and even on a sandwich.  It evolved from experiments over the years, from ingredients in my kitchen. Often, when I do not have a set meal plan, but I have meat thawed and ready, making a simple marinade is my go-to.  It doesn't take…
Lemon Basil Martini prepared with a lemon wheel garnish and a sprig of basil
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April 8, 2024

Lemon Basil Martini

This is a favorite martini for special occasions or celebrating the end of a long work week. There is nothing like the perfectly fresh combination of lemon and basil.  Add the sweet smoothness of elderflower liqueur and you will see why we love this refreshing Lemon Basil Martini. Whenever I make a dish with fresh basil, I like to have a little on the side to whip up a couple…
Chocolate Mousse in a martini glass, garnished with whipped cream, a chocolate lacey cookie, and sprinkled with chocolate shavings
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April 4, 2024

Simple & Rich Chocolate Mousse

This simple & rich chocolate mousse is easy to make yet always feels like a special dessert. If you need a no-bake idea (like if your oven breaks and you have guests coming over) or you are just looking for something different, you must try this mousse recipe. Short History of Mousse Did you know that mousse is a French word that translates to the word "foam"?  It makes sense,…
Green bean bundles on the baking sheet after cooking
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March 14, 2024

Bacon & Brown Sugar Green Bean Bundles

These bacon and brown sugar green bean bundles are an easy and delicious vegetable side dish for any holiday meal or special occasion.  So simple to prepare! These require such little monitoring that you can go about cooking the rest of your meal. Bacon & Brown Sugar Green Bean Bundle Ingredients For this recipe, you will only need 4 simple ingredients.  This recipe is for 6 people, so if you…
fresh green beans in a wood bowl, 1 yellow onion, and a salt grinder
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February 29, 2024

Green Beans with Caramelized Onions

If you like green beans, you will love them using this recipe!  It is a simple 4 ingredient recipe with flavorful, caramelized onions that make this dish worthy of holiday meals but easy enough for a weeknight. The Ingredients Head to your favorite produce section (or farmer's market if possible!) for one pound of green beans and a small yellow onion. If you can find French green beans, they are…
Cooked rice with the cilantro and lime added in
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February 8, 2024

Cilantro Lime Rice

Tired of boring, tasteless rice? This cilantro lime rice adds an extra zing to any taco or fajita bowl.  It is also a great side dish to add something new to your weeknight rotation and definitely a side dish worthy of guests as well! With only a few extra steps than typical rice preparation, this recipe adds bold flavor that is more than worth it. Cilantro Lime Rice Ingredients This…