Thanksgiving leftover soup #2 is very different from soup #1. As we move away from the indulgences of the Thanksgiving feast, the leftover dish can get a bit heartier. This Southwestern Turkey Soup makes a great lunch or dinner, especially when served with a great, moist cornbread from Cutter Light. Check out their recipe (and…
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Corn, Avocado, Chickpea & Tomato Salad
Local corn is still delicious. My tomatoes are still delicious, not so pretty, but oh, so delicious. Look at how luscious they are when I cut them open, that’s when their beauty shines… The girls are all out of the house now, so it is time for us to eat a little lighter and healthier…
Grilled Asparagus & Avocado Quesadilla
Farmers market asparagus is the highlight in this interesting and tasty quesadilla that was inspired by a taco recipe in Runners World magazine. That said, I am not sure what my favorite part is, the homemade white refried beans (made with oregano from my garden), the grilled asparagus, or the grilled avocado. The flavors all blended so well,…
Fun with Snap Peas – A Colorful Pasta Creation and Running Update
Snap Peas are in abundance in the garden, and they are juicy and sweet! Cam has been requesting snacks of snap peas every few hours – it does a gardening mother proud. Even with our eating as may as we can right off the vine, I still have plenty for playing with at dinner time….
Avocado Yogurt Dip & Sauce
OK, you caught me, I do not grow avocado’s, nor are they local. But the vegetables I am dipping in this are ALL from my garden and…it is too yummy not to share. I actually made this as a topping for bean burgers, but as I nibbled as I cooked, I realized it is a…