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Wax Bean and Roasted Tomato Salad with Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette

Belinda Bartholomew — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 19:36:49 +0000

July is when my garden starts to produce a bounty of vegetables. Beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, peppers, zucchini…I love it! I create recipes (like Wax Bean and Roasted Tomato Salad with Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette) based on what the garden gives us for the day. Tender crisp wax beans are tossed with sweet, roasted tomatoes, […]

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Perfect Polish Cucumber Salad

Belinda Bartholomew — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 18:59:45 +0000

I love a good cucumber salad at picnics and Perfect Polish Cucumber Salad is one of them! This salad is very light and refreshing – filled with crunchy, thinly sliced cucumbers, a tangy, creamy dressing and lots of fresh dill. When you are eating those delicious grilled burgers and wonderful smoked ribs, this salad goes […]

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Creamy Potato Salad

Belinda Bartholomew — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:25:48 +0000

It’s picnic season and time for one of my favorites – Creamy Potato Salad! This classic recipe has all the yummy flavors! It is a perfect blend of creamy baby potatoes, crunchy celery and onions, and hard boiled eggs, lightly tossed with a tangy dressing. potato Salad? For many years, I was not a potato […]

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Belinda Bartholomew — Wed, 17 May 2023 18:32:37 +0000

With Memorial Day around the corner, I was going through my favorite picnic recipes trying to decide which ones to share with you all. Black Bean and Corn Salad popped out at me! This salad hits all the right notes for a perfect side dish at a picnic. Colorful, crunchy veggies, creamy beans, and a […]

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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Belinda Bartholomew — Mon, 01 May 2023 16:08:09 +0000

It’s just a couple days until Cinco de Mayo and my Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, also known as Coctel de Camarones, is the perfect appetizer to kick off the festivities! I first had this a couple years ago. One of my husband’s aunts is from Mexico and she shared this appetizer at a family dinner. The […]

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Easy 5-Minute Bruschetta

Belinda Bartholomew — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 20:07:33 +0000

The weather in Northeast PA has been swinging back and forth from the mid-80’s down into the 40’s as we work our way through April. On those warm days though, I love spending time on our patio, soaking up the sunshine! That’s when I want bright, fresh appetizers! My go-to is Easy 5-Minute Bruschetta! Perfect […]

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Easy Coconut Lime Rice

Belinda Bartholomew — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:46:48 +0000

With hints of spring in the air, I am craving light, fresh foods. One of my favorites is rice bowls with lots of fresh produce and grilled proteins. Adding some simple seasonings to the rice can take your rice bowl from basic to AMAZING! Easy Coconut Lime Rice is the perfect base or side to […]

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Pork and Soba Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Belinda Bartholomew — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:57:15 +0000

If you ask my husband what my favorite food is, he will instantly tell you anything with noodles in it! I adore noodle bowls! There are so many options, the combinations are endless! This Asian inspired Pork and Soba Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce is sure to impress your family! Tender pork, lots of fresh […]

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Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries

Belinda Bartholomew — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 20:18:30 +0000

I am a texture girl – I love eating foods that are crunchy, tender, and full of flavor. But I am always looking for a way to get that deep fried crunch without the added fat and oil. Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries fit the bill perfectly! Using Panko crumbs and Parmesan cheese creates a light, […]

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Orange, Walnut, and Arugula Salad

Belinda Bartholomew — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 17:38:11 +0000

This Orange, Walnut, and Arugula Salad is bright, vibrant, and healthy! With my Blood Orange Balsamic Dressing, its happy spring flavors brighten a winter day! One of the things I struggle with in the winter is to strike a balance between comfort food and healthier eating. That’s when I start grazing the produce section of […]

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