One of my favorite drinks is lemonade and The Big Guy loves blueberries. I got a good deal on some local blueberries at a local market this past weekend. They local blueberries made the pre-packaged kind look puny. I really prefer local produce when possible. Oh and of course, I'm still breaking in the Ninja. … Continue reading Blueberry Lemonade
Taco Seasoning
Had a request for the taco seasoning I mentioned in my guacamole recipe. This is a staple in our house. I keep a jar of this in the cabinet. Note: All measurements are relative. paprika cumin black pepper chili powder cayenne and/or chipolte oregano Paprika is the base for the mix. I start with 4 … Continue reading Taco Seasoning
Top 10: More Household tips
I am kind of late in getting hooked on Pinterest. I like how easy it is to find interesting recipes, cool ideas for the house or even household tips. Thought I would share some of my favorites I've discovered. #10: Space-saver hang drying -- We have several shirts that we hang dry and it seems … Continue reading Top 10: More Household tips
Tres Leche
This may not be authentic it but is my version and allergy friendly. Well at least to my allergies. I adapted the basic cake recipe from Cooking Light. I usually make the cake a day or 2 in advance and allow the milk to soak in overnight. About 2 hours before serving I add the … Continue reading Tres Leche
Chicken Taco Pizza
Ingredients Pizza crust Cornmeal Pizza Sauce -- Instructions for pizza sauce are at the top Salsa Chicken taco filling Shredded Mexican blend cheese tomatoes -- diced green onions -- sliced black olives -- sliced lettuce -- shredded Form pizza crust. I find rolling the ball of dough in cornmeal and dusting the pan with cornmeal … Continue reading Chicken Taco Pizza
Birds in a Nest with Hash Browns & Fruit
This is not an original recipe but rather my version of it. Ingredients Eggs (1 per serving) Thick sliced bread (1 per serving) Pepper cherry tomatoes Cheese Frozen Hash browns 1 small onion parsley chopped Slice bread into thick slices. I used 5 grain Italian bread. Cut the center out bread with a round cookie … Continue reading Birds in a Nest with Hash Browns & Fruit
Easy Salsa
Ingredients 1 Tbs Olive Oil (enough to cover bottom of pan) 3-4 cloves garlic crushed 1 small onion chopped 1 handful red pepper flakes 16 oz diced tomatoes 1 small can diced green chilies or 2 small jalapeno Cayenne or ground chipotle powder Black pepper salt cumin 1/2 lime -- juiced 1 or 2 handfuls … Continue reading Easy Salsa
The Dee Zone 