July 094

Pepper Jelly

  The inspiration and encouragement for making this pepper jelly recipe came from Kelli’s husband, Justin.  When we were discussing what types of appetizer foods to serve at their wedding reception, Justin mentioned pepper jelly.  He liked it served on a brick of cream cheese, with interesting kinds of crackers.  I had never made or …

July 071

Pepper Poppers

  Just a few years ago, peppers started appearing on all kinds of restaurant appetizer menus.  I have seen names such as Jalapeno Poppers, Rattlesnake Bites, and Stuffed Jalapenos.  While I have not been a fan of extremely hot pepper foods, when I have tried these appetizers, I really liked all of them.  They all …

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Haricots Verts

  This quick and simple recipe with the fun and fancy name accompanied our French Feast about a week ago. They were so good with our buttery lyonnaise potatoes. Simple and delicious!     Haricots Verts Ingredients: 3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed (the long, thin variety) 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons minced …

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Stuffed Red Potatoes

  We made these potatoes because, well, they are adorable. I’ve given you the recipe straight out of the Taste of Home Cookbook, but really, you could fix up your mashed potatoes any way you like. Next time I probably won’t use the Parmesan because I’m just not a big fan of cheesy potatoes. (What …

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Vegetable Tian

  I love summer for its vegetables. A few weeks ago we had a tomato donation from Justin’s grandmother and squash from some local friends. A vegetable tian seemed to be exactly the right way to show them all off at once. Garlic, caramelized onions, Parmesan, and thyme add flavor to this impressive looking dish. …

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Summer Zucchini Soup

  If you’re not immediately turned off by green foods, try this soup. It’s got a wonderful flavor, creamy texture, and it’s so good for you! Justin devoured the majority of it before I could get a decent picture. (This one will have to do.) Also, here’s something I learned that makes me feel good …

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Lyonnaise Potatoes

  It’s a great day! Tonight I finished my last summer term class, a final in Voice Disorders, and I have an entire week and a half to enjoy with my husband before school starts all over again. Believe me, we’re going to take advantage of all 12 days! We’ll be hiking and white water …

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Squash & Potato Frittata

  When there are vegetables waiting without purpose in your fridge, a frittata is always a great way to go. You can use essentially any veggies you like and it’s great for breakfast or dinner. Plus college kids like us always appreciate low cost recipes. Here each ingredient is given individual attention, perfectly cooked before …

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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

  This is the time of year when people start to make despairing comments like “What am I going to do with all this zucchini?!” (I’ve got a few ideas) and “Will someone please take this off my hands?” (always glad to help) and “We’ll never be able to eat all of this!” (oh, sigh, …

July 023

Fresh Creamed Corn

  I LOVE fresh corn!  I love it on the cob and off.  When we lived in Kentucky, I made regular treks to the Amish farm this time of the year to get dozens and dozens of ears of corn that I would prepare for the freezer.  I would do as many as 20 dozen …