Eric, Steve, Dan, Shayne, and Steve worked on the deck this weekend and they got so much accomplished! It almost looks like a deck now. The weather was what the boys called,
Quinoa is the perfect vehicle for summer vegetables: it's more substantial than couscous or rice and it kind of binds ingredients together. This simple version involves minimal cooking: just toss hot quinoa with black beans, chunks of ripe heirloom tomatoes, and crunchy scallions, and cover with a refreshing lemon dressing.
'This is a fast but special treatment for chicken,' shares Patsy Jenkins of Tallahassee, Florida. Chicken breasts are browned to juicy perfection, then topped with a buttery sauce of fresh mushrooms and green onions.
'My father thinks a restaurant could make a fortune with this flavorful chicken,' writes Kathy Gallagher from La Crosse, Wisconsin. Bacon and sour cream add richness to a simple sauce that really dresses up everyday chicken.
Marilyn Waltz combines chili sauce with plenty of garlic and basil to flavor these moist chicken thighs. 'We enjoy this tender grilled chicken not just in summertime, but throughout the year,' notes the Idyllwild, California cook.
Cut okra is tossed seasoned cornmeal and panko breadcrumbs then baked until golden brown and crispy. This recipe for oven fried okra is sure to become a family favorite.
'A good friend shared the recipe for this egg casserole with me,' notes Pat Clark of Richmond, Indiana. Hearty with hash browns and ham chunks, squares of this flavorful dish are wonderful for a Sunday brunch.
This recipe is a great alternative to pan-fried catfish. A combination of cornmeal and a variety of spices gives this recipe a savory kick in less than 30 minutes.
Before you tell me you hate eggplant and cast off this recipe, hear me out: I’m not a big eggplant fan either. I think Eggplant is pretty spongy and bland. In fact, it’s probably one of my least favourite vegetables!
This Crockpot Eggplant and Tomato Stew with Garbanzo Beans recipe contains garbanzo beans, vegetable broth, red kidney beans, tomato paste, eggplant and more.
Crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside, these salsa-topped cakes make a lovely vegetarian entree. They offer a great way to use leftover basmati rice; if you're starting with cooked rice, use about 1 1/2 cups. Add mixed greens to the plate for even more color.
This Roasted Chili-Citrus Chicken Thighs with Mixed Olives and Potatoes recipe contains skinless chicken thighs, olives, yukon gold potatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, chili powder and more.
This Roasted Spiced Chicken with Cinnamon- and Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes recipe contains whole chicken, sweet potatoes, olive oil, honey, honey and more.
