I had an officer team training I was holding for my honor society college students and I wanted to bring healthier dips and side dishes for them to snack on throughout the afternoon. I decided to use one of my favorites from a few years […]
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Southwest Farro Salad
My family loves to eat salads, but get bored with the usual pasta salads or green salads. To change things up, I made this delicious Southwest Farro Salad packed with fresh, garden vegetables and bright seasonings. The farro adds a lovely, nutty flavor to the […]
Bruschetta Chicken
I love summer! It’s a time when the garden is bursting with fresh vegetables and you can spend the evening on the patio grilling and relaxing with your family. A few years ago, our oldest daughter requested Bruschetta Chicken. Using our garden vegetables and locally […]
Awesome 5 Minute Pico de Gallo
According to my husband, “this is the GOOD STUFF!” Once you make this, you will never want store bought salsa again. The fresh flavors dance in your mouth. My family and friends always request this pico de gallo at our summer picnics. Enjoy!
Israeli Couscous with Mushrooms
There is something about the texture of Israeli (pearled) couscous that is so fun to eat. When paired with healthy superfoods like mushrooms, it becomes a powerful side dish for your meals. So, lets’s talk about mushrooms. While recovering from breast cancer treatment, I was […]
Dijon Crusted Salmon
Salmon is a versatile, easily found fish to make any time of the week. It is also healthy for you. Salmon is high in Omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin B and selenium. Because it is high in Omega 3 fatty acids, it helps prevent cancer, […]