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 Summertime salsas is what it’s all about. They’re fresh, flavorful, fun, and fantastic! They’re festive too because make me think of South-of-border fiestas. I made some peach mango black bean salsa as a topping for tacos and taco salad. I made the pineapple mango salsa as a topping for some blackened salmon. These salsas are also perfect … [read more]  We’ve been having some damp, chilly spring days lately, but Kemal’s southwestern gumbo has warmed us up inside nicely, making our stomachs purr in contentment. One bowl is quite filling, especially with a hunk of crusty bread smeared with butter. Yummmm! I’m curious though…when it comes to soups, stews, and gumbos, do you prefer eating yours … [read more]  Want a fun family meal that everyone will love? Need a hearty party meal for your Superbowl party? Make some potato nachos! They’re fairly quick and easy to make, and the recipe is quite versatile. You can add ground beef or chicken if you like, or if you prefer refried beans, green chilies, and lots of … [read more]  These baked Southwestern rolls are great snacks for parties. Super Bowl is just around the corner, so if you need some yummy snacks to feed a hungry group of guys and gals, Annie of Annie’s Eats said these were a huge hit a football party she went to. I’m not surprised! I can also tell you … [read more]  One of the gals I work with (Jewell) was telling me about the chili she makes at home. She said her secret ingredient is beer! She said she’s tried it with different types of beer but her preference is chili made with dark beer. Anyway, ever since she told me that, I’ve been itching to give … [read more]  I was a kid the last time I tried an avocado, and I didn’t care for it. And I don’t think I’ve ever tried guacamole…until yesterday that is. We were shopping at Whole Foods and they had some fresh guacamole and chips out at one of their sampling stations. I took a chip but decided to … [read more]  It’s really easy to do. Just mash some cooked beans (store-bought or homemade) in a little oil or bacon grease. Fry it until it gets thick. That’s it. If the beans are unseasoned, you can season them to your liking with just salt and pepper or maybe with some cumin and chili powder. I made refried black … [read more]  I love black bean veggie burgers!!! They’re easy to make, taste great, and they’re good for you too! They’re wonderful with or without bread, and you can top ‘em any way you like. Here’s mine that I kept simple…an open-faced sandwich on lepinje with a little chipotle mayo underneath. The only issue I had … [read more]  Like many people, when the weather becomes cooler, we enjoy a hot bowl of chili to warm us from the inside out. And it seems like the colder it gets, the more often we make it. There are so many different ways to make chili, and it always interesting for me … [read more]  There are some recipes that I love because they’re ever-changing depending on what vegetables are in season and what you happen to have in your cupboard, fridge, or freezer. Vegetable soup is one of those fluid recipes that I enjoy…not only because I can use whatever I happen to have on-hand, but also because preparing … [read more] |
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