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Tag: quick recipes
Almost Pizza
In the mood for pizza, I rummaged around the kitchen to see if I had anything that closely resembled pizza-making ingredients. I came up with cheese (two kinds – ricotta and colby), broccoli, spinach, and half of a locally-baked baguette. …
Potato and Leek Soup
I must have potatoes on my mind. Or, more likely, I must participate in a community share that offers an abundance of potatoes! This week’s share I also have leeks on my mind! Leeks are a totally understated vegetable. They …
Summer Veggie Casserole
I’m a little bit in love with casseroles (if you can’t tell). Why? They’re so simple to make — chop some veggies, determine your base (potatoes? rice? pasta?), add a special sauce to bring it all together, put it in …
Five Things To Do with Zucchini
Zucchini. It grows. And grows. Cut some off, it grows some more. What to do with this prolific produce? (alliteration ftw!) 1. Zucchini Bread and Muffins and Cookies My favorite recipes are here, here, and here. 2. Chicken Zucchini Casserole …
Peach Salsa
Oh yes I did. I made this delicious chunky peach salsa. And you should, too. This was delicious. And easy to make, too! After picking up some gorgeous white peaches from Lockbriar Farms at the Farmer’s Market, I knew I …
Refreshing Blueberry Smoothie
I have the tastiest Friday treat for you! Blueberry smoothie Blueberries are so hott right now. Haven’t you heard? Summer is all about sunshine, sundresses, sandals, and smoothies. I love that summer is here! My smoothies are very simple – …
Asparagus Quiche
I think I’m obsessed with making quiche. {Asparagus quiche with homemade crust} Really, they taste fabulous, they’re easy to make, and even without a recipe, you can’t go wrong. But how about I give you a recipe to try? mmmkay. …
Eggless Meatballs
One of my favorite meals this week: homemade meatballs! Using ground beef from Crow Farm! Confession: this is my very first homemade meatball attempt! It’s been a long time since I’ve enjoyed a meatball. I made these on a cloudy, …
Homemade Spinach Dip
Be prepared: this stuff ain’t for the weak-hearted. Introducing my own homemade spinach dip! Nom, nom, nom. I was going to another knit and kvetch (isn’t that the sweetest title?!) party, and didn’t want to show up empty handed. So, …