Each month of summer offers delicious berries and fruits to be baked into pies and cobblers, served fresh in meringue shells, topping cakes or tarts, or frozen into ice cream. Seasonal Fare Whether it’s a backyard barbeque with family or an intimate dinner with friends, summer desserts begin and end with seasonal fresh fruit. Straight… Continue reading
Category: Recipes
Other cold vegetable soups
Cucumber Soup Ingredients * 2 cucumbers * 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion * 2 tablespoons margarine * 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar * 4 cups chicken broth * 1 tablespoon farina * salt to taste * 1/8 tablespoon dried tarragon * 1/2 cup sour cream * 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Directions 1. Peel,… Continue reading
Vichyssoise cold soup recipes
Classic Vichyssoise Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 3 leeks, bulb only, sliced into rings 1 onion, sliced 5 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced salt and pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram 1 bay leaf 5 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Directions In a large stock pot melt butter… Continue reading
Some cold and healthy fresh soups for summer
Gazpacho and cucumber soups are old favorites–but vary your routine by drawing from the cuisines of other cultures. Savory Vegetable Soups The king of cold soups is gazpacho. This Spanish soup has multiple variations, but the famous tomato-based gazpacho that originated in Andalucia in southern Spain has its roots in Roman and Moorish cuisines. Made… Continue reading
Dinner wraps
Addictive Sweet Potato Burritos Ingredients * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil * 1 onion, chopped * 4 cloves garlic, minced * 6 cups canned kidney beans, drained * 2 cups water * 3 tablespoons chili powder * 2 teaspoons ground cumin * 4 teaspoons prepared mustard * 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste * 3… Continue reading
Lunch wraps
Reuben Rollups Ingredients * 8 (12 inch) flour tortillas * 1 cup Russian-style salad dressing * 2 pounds prepared coleslaw * 2 cups chopped cooked corned beef * 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese Directions 1. Warm tortillas in microwave to soften; keep covered with a damp towel. 2. Spread one side of each tortilla with… Continue reading
Some recipes for children with lactose intolerance
These recipes are especially for kids with lactose intolerance. Kids with lactose intolerance often need to limit or avoid dairy products. Balsamic Tomato Chicken and Pasta Your taste buds will really enjoy this flavorful, lactose-free pasta dish. Serve with a side of garlic bread and your favorite vegetable. Prep time: 45 minutes Ingredients: 18 oz.… Continue reading
Some easter and healthy salads
Spinach and Strawberry Salad Ingredients * 2 bunches spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces * 4 cups sliced strawberries * 1/2 cup vegetable oil * 1/4 cup white wine vinegar * 1/2 cup white sugar * 1/4 teaspoon paprika * 2 tablespoons sesame seeds * 1 tablespoon poppy seeds Directions 1. In a large… Continue reading