Monthly Archives: May 2012

Bacon Lettuce & Tomato Salad (with Avocado and Poached Egg)

Posted on May 31, 2012 by P~

There are times when simple is best. This salad is an example of one of those times. The BLT, Bacon Lettuce Tomato, combination is a fantastic sandwich…one of the best! Combining the sandwich ingredients and adding fresh avocado and a … Continue reading →

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Old-Timey Macaroni Salad

Posted on May 27, 2012 by P~

This is the macaroni salad of my dreams. The most wonderful blend of crunchy and a tad tart, it’s the style I’d always thought of as “real” macaroni salad. I stumbled upon a version like this several years ago at … Continue reading →

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Tomato Watermelon Gorgonzola Salad

Posted on May 26, 2012 by P~

This is one of the most refreshing salads ever. I made it last year, but never published it…mainly because it’s so simple, it seemed silly to do so. Watermelon and tomatoes crisp and cold are the perfect answer for a … Continue reading →

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Spinach Asparagus Tart

Posted on May 16, 2012 by P~

Elegant, simple, delicious…and ready in minutes…this Spinach Asparagus tart would be a beautiful appetizer, cut into small pieces, or as a side-dish for a meal. I can imagine serving this at our next brunch or dinner party.

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Shrimp and Garlic Cheese Grits

Posted on May 15, 2012 by P~

Shrimp and Grits is a gift to us all from the low country region of coastal South Carolina and Georgia. While the dish has been elevated to upscale dining across the country, originally it was a simple preparation by fishermen … Continue reading →

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Spicy Buttermilk Yogurt Ranch Style Dressing

Posted on May 11, 2012 by P~

I rarely buy bottled dressings any longer, as I much prefer to make my own healthier versions.  This one is made with buttermilk and Greek yogurt as the base and is modeled on Ranch Dressing. 

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Minted Greek Yogurt

Posted on May 9, 2012 by P~

Years ago, when I was trying to figure out a nice light fruit dip for a party, I came up with this minted yogurt; this was before Greek yogurt became readily available. The Greek yogurt makes it even better. 

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Classic Mint Julep

Posted on May 4, 2012 by P~

There’s nothing like the first Saturday in May for a Kentuckian to stir the traditions and the heartstrings.  Conjecture might equate that sentimentality to the consumption of the favorite beverage of the day, the Mint Julep.  But it runs deeper … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Hot Browns

Posted on May 2, 2012 by P~

When I gave my heart to a Kentucky boy, I also married the rich traditions of the Bluegrass State. For instance, not a Derby Day goes by that I don’t polish up a couple Julep cups, crush up some ice … Continue reading →

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