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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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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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Fresh Pineapple Salsa

Belinda Bartholomew — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 20:48:18 +0000

The temperatures are slowly creeping up and there are signs of spring everywhere! Daffodils and tulips are peeking out. Grass is turning bright green. All those vibrant shades of yellow, red and green let us know things are coming back to life! That makes me crave bright, colorful foods like Fresh Pineapple Salsa! This pineapple […]

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Easy Basil Oil

Belinda Bartholomew — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:43:55 +0000

I love when my food has bright, vibrant colors! It’s a sign of FRESH, wholesome ingredients that are good for me to eat. Easy Basil Oil is packed full of nutrients, flavor, and adds so much punch to your favorite dishes! I had a large bunch of beautiful basil on the windowsill that I needed […]

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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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Whipped Feta and Balsamic Cherry Dip

Belinda Bartholomew — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 21:43:34 +0000

I love appetizers. It is a known fact in our family. If given the choice to have an entrée vs. several small plates, I’ll choose several small plates every time. It’s something about having a wide variety of dishes to choose from – I’m hooked! Maybe because I’m half Korean??? Korean meals are often served […]

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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Belinda Bartholomew — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Try this addictive salad today! It has the perfect amount of umami. Goes great with any Asian dishes and is an awesome side dish for tailgating, picnics, and parties. Whenever I make this for family and friends, it gets rave reviews.

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Southwest Ranch Dressing

Belinda Bartholomew — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000

I love to make homemade dressings! Everything from bright lemon vinaigrette, zesty Asian, to creamy ranch. When it’s homemade, you feel good, knowing you are feeding your family foods that are not loaded with preservatives and chemicals. One of my favorites is this Southwest Ranch Dressing! Just 10 minutes to make, it blends cool, creamy […]

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Tzatziki Style Dip

Belinda Bartholomew — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:04:56 +0000

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 ago, originally made by Clinton Kelly. I’ve updated some of […]

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Awesome 5 Minute Pico de Gallo

Belinda Bartholomew — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 22:11:56 +0000

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! Bursting with flavor, this 5 minute Pico de Gallo will be the […]

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