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2 Chicken Lettuce Wraps prepared side by side on a white square plate
Chicken Lettuce Wraps AppetizersChickenDinnerKids FavoritesMain CoursesMain DishesSpring FlingsSummer Lovin'
August 15, 2024

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

If you need an easy, weeknight dinner packed with veggies and flavor that kids love, try these Chicken Lettuce Wraps.  So many variations can make the dish easier in a time crunch and accommodate a variety of palates! Chicken Lettuce Wrap Ingredients One of the best parts about this recipe is that you can use your own favorite stir-fry-style veggies.  My favorite combination is using mushrooms, carrots, celery, and broccoli.…
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…
Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich prepared on a plate, drizzled with balsamic glaze
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July 25, 2024

Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich

If you love Italian cuisine like we do, this Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich is a great recipe for the dinner rotation.  This sandwich has all the fresh garden and savory flavors of a bruschetta appetizer and is served on top of a moist grilled chicken breast.  It is an appetizer turned main course that we enjoy during the warm spring and summer months. Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich Ingredients For this recipe, you…
Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese pizza prepared on a wood board ready for serving
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July 11, 2024

Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese Pizza

If you love a sweet and salty flavor combination, this fig prosciutto goat cheese pizza is for you. This easy recipe is great for an appetizer shared with friends or for a light meal.  We love this pizza during summertime out on the patio and hope you do too! Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese Pizza Ingredients You can make your own pizza dough, use premade pizza crust, or even pita bread. …
Sopapilla Cheesecake bar on a plate, sprinkled with cinnamon and ready to eat.
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June 19, 2024

Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

If you need an easy dessert idea, these sopapilla cheesecake bars are a delicious crowd-pleaser!  I have made these sweet, creamy delights when taking dessert to a friend's for dinner or just to have around for my kids and their friends during play dates.  This is a great recipe to make with kids also, as it is simple and they love the final product.   Sopapilla Cheesecake Bar Ingredients The…
A heap of crisphy quinoa on a plate
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June 13, 2024

Crispy Quinoa

If you are looking for a fun texture twist to quinoa, try crisping it up in the oven.  It is a simple extra step with just three ingredients to make this yummy, crispy quinoa.   Fun Facts about Quinoa:  Did you know quinoa is revered as one of the world's healthiest foods, according to Healthline.com.  Although it is technically a seed, quinoa is considered a whole grain, and it is…
Baby back ribs falling off the bone
Easy Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs 4th of JulyDinnerKids FavoritesMain DishesOn the GrillPorkRecipesRecipes by Meal TypeSummer Lovin'Superbowl
June 5, 2024

Easy Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs

We love these easy oven-baked baby back ribs, as the result is flavorful, fall-off-the-bone meat every time. This is a great recipe for special occasions in the spring and summer months. The Baby Back Rib Ingredients This recipe calls for 2 racks of baby back ribs.  If you shop at the butcher counter, you can ask them to remove the membrane on the backside of the ribs or remove it…
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…
Walnut Pesto Pasta prepared on a plate
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May 23, 2024

Walnut Pesto with Pasta

If you are looking for a hearty twist on your typical pesto, you must try this Walnut Pesto with Pasta recipe.  It is a simple dish that brings big, unique flavor and texture.  Even if you wouldn't consider yourself a walnut or  Olive fan...you may just fall in love with this dish. Walnut Pesto with Pasta Ingredients The ingredient list is short for this recipe.  For the pesto, you will…
Balsamic Marinated Mushrooms in a baking dish
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May 16, 2024

Balsamic Marinated Mushrooms

We love these easy balsamic marinated mushrooms to add to Mediterranean bowls or as a flavorful side dish with steak or chicken.  Great flavor and texture addition to so many meals!   Ingredients for Balsamic Marinated Mushrooms There are only a few ingredients involved in making these yummy mushrooms.  First choose your favorite 16-ounce package of white, baby Bella, or cremini mushrooms.  It is best for even roasting to try…