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Archive for the ‘summer recipes’ Category

August 12th, 2008

Stuffed Peppers

This time of the year the pepper plants are producing in overdrive. I like to use my sweet bell peppers to make stuffed peppers. Here’s my favorite recipe.
I also freeze some peppers so I can make stuffed peppers in the winter. They’re the best this time of year with basil and oregano fresh from […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 5 comments

August 6th, 2008

Chicken Skewers on Watermelon and Feta Salad

You know that we just love watermelon around here and August is National Watermelon month, so we have another good reason to take about this healthy fruit. Julie Biuso, author of “Sizzle: Sensational Barbecue Food,” was kind enough to share this recipe with us:
Chicken Skewers on Watermelon and Feta Salad
Chicken Skewers:
2 yellow bell […]

By Sandy Mitchell -- 5 comments

August 5th, 2008

What’s Your Favorite Summer Meal?

 What’s your favorite straight from the garden summer meal? Mine’s corn on the cob, and tomato onion and lettuce sandwiches (sometimes I add some turkey bacon, or a burger to that, but not always).
I also love grilled squash, and eggplant. What about new potatoes, green beans and ham? Fresh spinach, or a salad straight […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments

July 24th, 2008

The Lifestyles Network Is Planning A Summer Picnic

Lifestyles is having a picnic, and you’re invited. We have everything you need to plan your next summer picnic, barbecue, or backyard celebration.
Please join us as we take a stroll around the channel, you’ll find recipes, tips and a few laughs thrown in for free. Have fun!
Take advantage of those last few berries […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments

July 10th, 2008

Healthy Easy Lunch Ideas: Green Eggs

OK, so the eggs themselves aren’t green, but I love adding spinach to my eggs when I scramble them. It’s a wonderful flavor combination, if you’ve never tried it, you should.
Green eggs would also make a wonderful breakfast, or brunch. You can make it even healthier by only using the egg whites, using an […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 6 comments

July 9th, 2008

Summer Salad with Shrimp and Grapefruit

A refreshing and healthy salad recipe from the people at Peitra Santa Winery, a family-run winery nestled in the Cienega Valley, just inland from Monterey Bay, California:
Summer Salad with Shrimp and Grapefruit
1 head of butter lettuce, washed, dried and torn
1 avocado, peeled and sliced
1 pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 lb. shrimp, grilled or poached
2 Tbsp. […]

By Sandy Mitchell -- 2 comments

July 8th, 2008

Cooking With Kids: Fun With Watermelon

Sandy’s been bringing you some fun stuff about watermelon the last few days. The National Watermelon Promotion Board has a whole page of kid friendly watermelon recipes, including this one:
Kid’s Watermelon Pizza Supreme

Ingredients~
1 (8-to-10 inch round and 1-inch thick) watermelon slice, drained to remove excess moisture1 cup strawberry preserves1/2 cup white chocolate chips1/2 cup […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments

June 26th, 2008

Healthy Easy Lunch Ideas: Sautéed Squash and Carrots With Onions

This is one of my favorite fresh, straight from the garden lunch recipes. I love this time of year. I’m starting to harvest a few vegetables from the garden. There’s nothing better than fresh picked veggies.
One of my favorite easy lunches this time of the year is sautéed squash, and carrots with onions. I […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 2 comments

June 21st, 2008

Weekend Foodie Links For June 21st

I have a couple fun summer weekend food links for you. Happy Saturday!
Find out how The Hungry Girl Website can help you eat healthy.
Get the scoop on Free Cool Coffee Drinks at Caribou Coffee.
Cucumbers are in Season and Eating Well has some great cucumber recipes.
These Fajita Turkey Burgers sound delicious. 
It’s almost zucchini […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 1 comment

June 17th, 2008

Quick and Healthy Summer Wraps and Sandwiches

You can grab a quick sandwich for lunch or dinner, and still make it healthy. When I make a sandwich, I try to include as many vegetables, or fruits as possible. Sometimes I skip the meat and cheese all together.
Here are a couple of my favorite quick sandwich combinations. Some hold the meat others […]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments