Monthly Archives: July 2012

Fruity Chicken Salad with Light Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

Posted on July 23, 2012 by P~

Summery goodness awaits you with this fruity chicken salad. Clad in a lighter than air creamy poppy seed dressing, you’ll be perched on the edge of a cloud swingin’ your feet with joy as you eat it. Figuratively, of course.

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Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Tartlets

Posted on July 20, 2012 by P~

They are simple. They are not quick. What!? It’s not fast? How very dare she post a recipe that isn’t speedy, you might ask? Well, this tiny appetizer is a mouthful of flavor and you’ll be happy if you take … Continue reading →

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Zucchini Bread

Posted on July 19, 2012 by P~

A garden in the beginning looks so promising and then after all little by little it grows nothing but vegetables, nothing, nothing but vegetables. Gertrude Stein  

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Buttermilk Ranch Dressing with Yogurt

Posted on July 18, 2012 by P~

Nearly guilt-free creamy Buttermilk Ranch Dressing. Think it’s impossible? Well, it’s not. And it’s here. And it’s delicious. And it’s homemade in just minutes. Make some for your salads, or for your vegetable dipping; even use it for your chips … Continue reading →

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Pomegranatini

Posted on July 16, 2012 by P~

In the heat of the summer a refreshingly fruity, yet tart, cocktail can be ready in seconds to cool you off. Prepare to chill on the porch with four simple ingredients. Get shakin’! 

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Chicken Caprese Roll-ups

Posted on July 9, 2012 by P~

Quick and easy summer food is the cook’s best friend; these Chicken Caprese Roll-ups fit that bill nicely.  With as few as five ingredients, lunch or a light dinner is wrapped up (pun intended) in mere minutes.

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Chicken Caesar Salad (Croutons and Creamy Caesar Dressing)

Posted on July 5, 2012 by P~

It’s summer. It’s hot. Salad is the perfect answer to the weather; what better way to satisfy your hunger than with a Chicken Caesar Salad? How about adding homemade croutons and a super quick homemade creamy Caesar Dressing!  

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Pasta Puttanesca

Posted on July 2, 2012 by P~

Are you looking for a simple and delicious (nearly) meatless meal, ready for the table in under 30 minutes? Well, have I got a light and lovely pasta for you! Pasta Puttanesca…stamp your ticket to a speedy dinner.  

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