I’m such a salad fan. Especially salads that are different. Today’s recipe certainly fits the bill! Spicy, Grilled, Watermelon, Jicama and Cucumber Salad. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, spicy and refreshing for summer. And Lord knows, I certainly need refreshing during the day here in the desert. We see triple digits before 9:30 a.m. many days in the summer! INGREDIENTS Salad: 1 seedless watermelon olive oil 1 cup jicama, peeled and diced 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced 1/2 cup {Read More}
Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
June 2, 2015 By
I adore summer grilling! Partially to keep the heat out of the kitchen, but mostly because I love the flavor of anything grilled. Especially steak! My favorite to throw on the grill is flank steak because it is leaner than many other steaks. And since I’m a huge fan of South American and Latin food, I chose to make a chimichurri sauce to accompany the grilled flank steak. Chimichurri sauce originated in Argentina, and its flavors perfectly complement grilled flank steak. {Read More}
Fresh & Healthy Guacamole
May 5, 2015 By
This fresh and healthy guacamole recipe is delicious as well as quick and easy to make! What better way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than with fresh and healthy guacamole and an ice cold Corona? Living in San Antonio for 13 years gave me ample opportunities to taste some of the best guacamole you’ll ever find (my favorite is the tableside guacamole at Sazo’s at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter). I’ve spend years perfecting my own version to share with you {Read More}
Spicy Watermelon Margaritas
April 27, 2015 By
Summer is in the air! At least in these parts. Lazy afternoons by the pool will be here soon, and I have the perfect poolside beverage: Spicy Watermelon Margaritas. This concoction is not your average margarita. It’s a margarita with a real kick to it! It’s the perfect marriage of two of my favorite things: juicy watermelon and spicy jalapenos. With a healthy dose of tequila, of course. If you’re not a fan of heat in your drinks, just reduce the amount {Read More}
Paleo Bacon Jalapeno Bread
March 3, 2015 By
We are now on day eight of our paleo challenge. Tom says all he does is think about food. He is mesmerized by food commercials. I don’t really notice them. The main thing I’ve noticed is that I’m spending much more time in the kitchen despite the fact that I have had a very busy week. But that’s okay. We are eating REAL FOOD! Tom especially misses bread, so I decided to make him some paleo bacon jalapeño bread. He really liked {Read More}
Jerk Shrimp Tacos with Melon Salsa
February 20, 2015 By
Jerk shrimp tacos with melon salsa… yummmm! The pairing of spicy shrimp and cool melon is a match made in heaven. This combination makes a mean taco, but it can just as easily be served over a bed of baby greens. It is very easy to make and is just as appropriate for a weeknight meal as it is for a dinner party. And shopping for all the ingredients was simple at Trader Joe’s! When I made this recipe this week, I worked on {Read More}
