Month: August 2011

Super Simple Summer Salad

Looking for an easy and refreshing summer dinner? Look no further. This couldn’t be easier. It’s light and refreshing but filling enough to call a meal. Perfect for a hot summer evening when you don’t feel like standing over the stove. 1 Small Head… Continue Reading “Super Simple Summer Salad”

Pecan Pie Bars

I just realized I’m on a bit of a pecan kick today. First the haystacks and now these bars. Kind of funny actually because I didn’t like nuts growing up in my food at all. My Grandma always said “your tastes will change as you… Continue Reading “Pecan Pie Bars”

Toasted Coconut and Pecan Haystacks

Chocolate, toasted pecans, toasted coconut. Absolute yummy goodness. Enough said. Toasted Coconut and Pecan Haystacks 8oz. Semi-Sweet Chocolate Baking Squares (they are dairy free) About 1 cup Shredded Sweetened Coconut About 3/4 cup Finely Chopped Pecans Melt chocolate in a double broiler or in… Continue Reading “Toasted Coconut and Pecan Haystacks”

Clementine Carrot Cookies

I have been searching for this recipe for more than 10 years. My mom used to make a cookie similar to this when I was young and it was so good! Smelled good, looked good, and tasted heavenly. The last time I remembered eating… Continue Reading “Clementine Carrot Cookies”

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

These cookies are so easy a monkey could make them. Seriously. They come together in minutes and only take about 12 minutes or so to bake. Perfect if you have unexpected company or want to satisfy a peanut butter and chocolate craving but don’t… Continue Reading “Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies”

Mixed Berry Sorbet

Homemade Mixed Berry Sorbet 2 Quarts of Mixed Berries, frozen (I used fresh picked and then frozen – blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Try not to settle with the freezer section store bought berries. It makes all the difference in the world in flavor when… Continue Reading “Mixed Berry Sorbet”

Black Bean Dip

Black Bean Dip 1 Can of Black Bean, rinsed and drained 1 Whole Clove of Garlic, peeled 1 Whole Jalapeno, stem removed About 2 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro Leaves Zest of 1 Lime Juice of 1 Lime 1 1/2 teaspoon Cumin About 2 Tablespoons Olive… Continue Reading “Black Bean Dip”

Asian Shrimp Skewers with Hot and Spicy Slaw

This turned out so good that I think I might have to make it again in a few days. It’s a nice, light meal that is surprisingly packed with flavor. Perfect for a hot summer evening. I think it would also pair nicely with… Continue Reading “Asian Shrimp Skewers with Hot and Spicy Slaw”