Sometimes you find a creative side dish that's simple, delicious, and actually works well for all kinds of meals ranging from a traditional breakfast to a backyard barbecue. Guess what's lurking in this post?
Summer is about taking it slow, but schedules still get busy and if that's going to happen, dinner needs to be quick and easy at least some of the time. Get a fantastic summer salad that fits the bill and is healthy and enough to make your mouth water.
There's something so very satisfying about being able to layer items in a big pan, give it about an hour in the oven, and have dinner ready. It seems almost like cheating, but I prefer to call it finding creative ways to cook!
Sometimes, the generosity of others coincides with very special leftovers. It's times like those that your kitchen and your dinner table become places that are nearly sacred and share meals that will have everyone giving thanks.
This time of the year, dinner can be as easy as grabbing a pile of fresh herbs, blending them with a couple of pantry items on hand, and tossing it with freshly-cooked noodles. Green can be so easy in the midst of the harvest!
As the warm weather of summer gives way to the cool kiss of fall, we're lucky enough to have a generous harvest offering to fill our dinner tables. Take advantage of the weather and the bounty and put together an inspired pot of soup.
When gardens and farm stands everywhere are putting fresh produce before you, it's time to enjoy it splendidly. Do just that with some delightful fritters brimming with tender sweet corn and spicy peppers.
In about as much time as it takes to boil some noodles, you can have a sweet and spicy vegetable lo mein on the table. Make it a one bowl meal or add some simple sides to make it a no fuss gathering for friends.
I love summer squash, so when there's an abundance of zucchini in my kitchen, it goes into everything from muffins to stir-fry. One of my favorite ways to enjoy it, though, is breaded and baked. Add a yummy dip and French fries can wait until zucchini season is over!
Sometimes, my youngster and I are on our own for dinner. It's not often, but when we are, we opt for fun dishes that feature fresh foods and a lot of crunch. A perfect example are salads teeming with gourmet greens, crunchy coconut chicken, and drizzled with a spicy-sweet mustard dressing.
