Roasted Macadamia Nut Hummus is a classic recipe with a subtly sweet, delicious Hawaiian twist!The very first thing my son ordered upon arrival to the Fairmont Orchid's Hale Kai Restaurant in Hawaii was macadamia nut hummus. This was meant to be his lunch, be he quickly had to order more food, because all of us … [Read more...]
Summer Tomato-Sweet Onion Salad Recipe with Blue Cheese
This Summer Tomato-Sweet Onion Salad with Blue Cheese is simple, full of seasonal summer flavors, that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Please excuse my absence. Hopefully you’re very hungry for a new recipe! And this one just so happens to be a lovely appetizer to serve at your July 4th barbecue! And with a … [Read more...]
Compressed Watermelon Salad & Creamy Lemon-Lime Avocado
Have you ever compressed watermelon? You won't believe what a difference it makes! The flavor of the watermelon becomes sweeter and more intense, and in this recipe it's balanced perfectly with a bit of spice, fresh tomatoes and a tangy, creamy dressing. I have so much to talk about that I don't even know where to … [Read more...]
Tomato & Feta Salsa Recipe for Meat or Chicken
This Tomato-Feta Salsa makes for an excellent snack with chips, and it's divine over a meat of chicken entrée. At the super delicious and delightful Summertime Garden Party I went to, my friend Judy made a Mint and Feta Salsa. It was outstanding, and I'd never before thought of adding cheese to a salsa. It was … [Read more...]
Bacon-Onion Heirloom Tomato Pizza Recipe
Topped with smoky and fresh flavors, this Bacon-Onion Tomato Pizza is just as tasty as it is pretty! Let's just go over what's going on here . . . This pizza starts with my Grilled Gluten-Free Pizza Crust, which is made with olive oil. Gluten-free or not, I think you'll like it. Grilling the crust adds a … [Read more...]
Tomato Salad Recipe & How to Peel Tomatoes
This tomato salad recipe with Thai basil is the perfect dish to celebrate a summer garden. In making this recipe you learn how to peel tomatoes and why sometimes it's the small details like this that make a big difference in the results.This salad is simple blend of a few ingredients, and it's an exquisite display of … [Read more...]
Spinach Kale Pesto Recipe
Spinach Kale Pesto is a spin-off of a classic basil pesto. With ingredients like almonds, tomato kale and spinach, this super delicious, versatile recipe is bursting with nutrients. When I was growing up, my parents grew beautiful basil in their garden. (And they still do.) So naturally, my mom made a ton of … [Read more...]
Avocado Fries with Agave-Chipotle Yogurt Dip Recipe
Avocado Fries with Agave-Chipotle Yogurt Dip are the perfect, healthy snack, appetizer or side dish. They fries are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside -- and the dip sweet, spicy and tart. Delicious!Avocado is one of my favorite foods in the world. Though it's a bit ironic that I'm loving these avocado … [Read more...]
