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Caprese Salad – A Real Garden Party!

July 22, 2010 Appetizers

Tomatoes and mozzarella with olive oil and basil is a simple and special summer treat, that sends me to the moon!  Caprese Salad or Insalata Caprese originates from the isle of Capri in Italy.  Since there are only three ingredients in this salad, the focus is on fresh. Tomato and basil [...]

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Baked Beans Are A BBQ’s BFF!

July 5, 2010 Sides

This past weekend BBQ season hit full swing, so you’ll be needing some great recipes to go with all grilled meat over the next 2 months.  Here is one from Hunt’s Ketchup that I love!  These baked beans are flavored with bacon and onion, then slowly simmered in a sweet-and-savory sauce.
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Homestyle BBQ Potato Salad

April 29, 2010 BBQ

No BBQ is complete without potato salad and this recipe from McCormick is a real standout. Its sweet and tangy taste makes it perfect for grilled meats and it will definitely get noticed by party guests!   This simple but special recipe takes just about 30 minutes to prepare and for pennies a person it’s an [...]

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Cowboy Caviar – The Perfect BBQ Side Dish!

April 27, 2010 BBQ

When I think of “Cowboy Cooking”, I think of Chuck Wagons and hungry cowboys huddled over the campfire starving after a long day of driving cattle.  Cowboy Caviar incorporates the same ingredients (corn, beans and onions) used on the Chuck Wagons in the 1800’s however, it’s a bit more refined. It doesn’t require a [...]

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Knish Recipe for Passover and Parties!

March 31, 2010 Sides

Have you ever had a Knish? If you haven’t you need to and if you don’t have a Jewish Grandma like me, then you have to try your hand at making your own. Knish are delish (sorry, couldn’t resist) and although they are perfect for Passover, these treats make great party food anytime of [...]

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Simple Irish Soda Bread!

March 11, 2010 Sides

Irish Soda Bread is really simple to make, yet it’s one of those foods that feels special when you do. Try it out this St. Patrick’s Day and I bet you’ll be making it all year long.  It’s perfect when paired with corned beef and cabbage and terrific for teatime or breakfast too.  I love [...]

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Triple-Corn Spoon Bread – Thanksgiving Super Sides

November 18, 2009 Sides

Triple-Corn Spoon Bread is always a big hit at our holiday table and is powerful comfort food for any time. The first time I had the dish was at one of my friend’s dinner parties.  My husband loved it so much, I had to leave with the recipe.  Since then, I have added it to my Thanksgiving [...]

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Classic Stuffing plus more! Thanksgiving Super Sides

November 18, 2009 Sides

Stuffing is such a personal choice and defines so many Thanksgiving tables.  I find tradition dictates this holiday side dish more than any other, as everyone likes the way their Mom makes it.  My Mom always made a classic stuffing that was simple.  That’s the way I like it – with plenty of gravy!  It [...]

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Roasted Root Veggies – Thanksgiving Super Side!

November 17, 2009 Sides

Oh this is so good!  Elizabeth got me hooked on roasted root veggies a few years back. It was not part of my Mom’s Thanksgiving menu growing up, but it’s part of mine now!  Here’s a great recipe from Southern Living that gives some kick to the roasted root vegetables.  It’s easy to prepare and [...]

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“Kick the Can” String Bean Casserole – Thanksgiving Super Sides!

November 16, 2009 Sides

Leave it to Good Housekeeping to come up with a fresh new take on the old green been casserole.  I love that this recipe kicks the cans and uses all fresh ingredients.   I will try it out this Thanksgiving and know that the adults at my table will appreciate and love the new take on an [...]

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