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Grilled Watermelon Salad
Grilled Watermelon Salad Grilled Watermelon Salad another easy composed summer salad. So fresh, so good! You can grill the watermelon on an outdoor grill or use a grill pan inside. Either way it will taste delicious. This Grilled Watermelon Salad is perfect for summer family […]
BBQ Sauce for Hamburgers
BBQ Sauce for Hamburgers This recipe is from my great aunt, Sally Prucha from 1958. Sally is the 2nd female from the left. I did tweak it slightly. This is a BBQ Sauce for Hamburgers not for ribs. The heat and spice are just right […]
Company Potatoes a.k.a. Funeral Potatoes
Company Potatoes a.k.a Funeral Potatoes This finished dish is a nice change from potato salad for the holidays. Company Potatoes, otherwise known as, Funeral Potatoes are sure to be a crowd pleaser. This is a popular hot potato casserole in the Midwest. This dish is […]
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Heirloom Tomato Salad What did I have for dinner tonight? A flavorful Heirloom Tomato Salad. I was able to pick up some Heirloom Tomatoes. Unfortunately, they only had one type which is more of the Brandywine Heirloom Tomato. When I grow them myself or get […]
Raspberry Peach Sorbet
Raspberry Peach Sorbet Summer holidays! We are coming up on the 4th of July, Independence Day in the United States. There is nothing better than a nice bowl of Raspberry Peach Sorbet for a great refreshing dessert. The color red fits in nicely with the […]
Hibiscus Lemonade
Hibiscus Lemonade Hibiscus Lemonade is light and refreshing and you can adjust the sugar to taste. Perfect for a cool summer drink. Hibiscus is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family. Hibiscus Flowers are packed with antioxidants and have many health benefits. They […]
Fennel Orange Salad
Fennel Orange Salad This is a bright and refreshing Sicilian Fennel Orange Salad with a wonderful orange citrus vinaigrette. I like to use both Cara Navel Oranges and Blood Oranges, but you could use whatever oranges you have access to. Equipment: The easiest way to […]
Tempura Shrimp
Tempura Shrimp We go to the Renaissance Faire almost every year. Most people gravitate to the Turkey Legs, but I always look for the Tempura Shrimp. Succulent deep fried shrimp in a light and crispy tempura batter. When I make these, I typically use a […]
French Potato Salad
French Potato Salad There are many Summer Potato Salads. This French Potato Salad with a bright Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette is loaded with flavor and sure to be a hit at any gathering. You will want to use French haricots verts instead of American green beans […]