Healthy Tailgating!
This protein packed salad is amazing, colorful, versatile, and easy to make. Perfect as a make-ahead item when tailgating or hosting the next game, it is a great appetizer, or side to burgers and grilled items.
Cowboy Caviar – Bean Salad
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 1 can (14 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and
Healthy Snacking
Irresistibly crispy and delicious, these roasted chickpeas are a perfect snack right out of a bowl, or use as a topping for a fresh green salad, over hummus or sprinkled over soup or pasta.
Chickpea Snackers
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 2 cans chickpeas (14 oz) drained and rinsed 3 tablespoons O&V Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil * ½
Simple Summer Dessert
Nothing says summer like sweet peaches sautéed in deliciousness and topped with something creamy. A simple summer dessert that is a perennial favorite!
Sautéed Peaches with Mascarpone Cheese
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) ½ cup bourbon (divided) 2 tablespoons brown sugar Zest from one Naval orange 3 tablespoons orange Juice 2 tablespoons O&V
Simple is Best!
Who needs a recipe for a tomato sandwich – most of us don’t, but the addition of this Mediterranean Herb Mayo on fresh, Farmer’s Market tomatoes, was too awesome not to share!
A Plain Ole Tomato Sandwich
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 4 slices rustic or Italian bread, toasted 2 ripe tomatoes (choose your favorite: yellow, red, heirloom or
Savory Watermelon – Different and Delicious!
The ultimate summer salad – cold, crisp and refreshing. The classic combination of watermelon, feta and basil gets a twist in this version with the addition of red onion, cucumber, and a crispy shallot topping to add pizzaz!
Savory Watermelon Salad with Crispy Shallots
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 1 small to medium watermelon (3-4 pounds or 4-5 cups of cubed watermelon) 1 small red onion,