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    • Heirloom Tomato and Bread Salad

      Posted at 8:12 am by NativeNM, on August 22, 2011

      The farmers market was the place to be this past weekend.  They had everything you could ever want in fresh fruits and veggies, herbs, and honey.  There was a vendor who had cherry heirloom tomatoes and they were so colorful with different shapes and sizes, I just had to have some.  We bought 2 pints, enough to make 4 salads.  The farmers market is located next door to “The Tasteful Olive” where they have an extraordinary array of flavored Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars.  They have the traditional flavors but also unique blends that make an easy vinaigrette.  Whether you have heirloom tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, this will make a great summer side salad to any meal.

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      Posted in Recipes, Side Dishes | 0 Comments | Tagged Bread Salad, Heirloom Tomato Salad, Heirloom Tomatoes

    • Salsa Verde

      Posted at 8:32 am by NativeNM, on August 19, 2011

      Have I mentioned how much I love salsa.  Well, I do!  An I don’t feel guilty because I make it myself without preservatives, I can control the salt content and I use fresh ingredients.   Salsa Verde is always a prelude to enchiladas or burritos because I make a big batch, save some for dipping and the rest will make a sauce to smother enchiladas or burritos.  Inspired by Bobby Flay who makes a similar salsa.

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      Posted in Recipes, Red or Green, Salsa, Guacamole and Dips | 1 Comment | Tagged Salsa Verde

    • Fried Green Tomato BLT

      Posted at 8:11 am by NativeNM, on August 17, 2011

      Once a year I splurge and have Fried Green Tomatoes.  This year I made BLT’s and they were a big hit.  The seasoning mix comes from Paul Prudhomme who never fails to inspire me.  Plain mayo just didn’t belong on this sandwich so I made a remoulade sauce.  Doesn’t it look Yummy!
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      Posted in Burgers, Sandwiches, Paninis and Wraps, Recipes | 0 Comments | Tagged Fried Green Tomato, Fried Green Tomato BLT, Remoulade Sauce

    • Banana Nut Muffins with Walnut Streusel

      Posted at 9:07 am by NativeNM, on August 11, 2011

      Do you always have bananas on hand?  I do and sometimes forget just how many bananas we’ll actually eat when I’m putting them in the cart.  When they get that spotty black color and turn soft, it’s time to do something.  Don’t throw them out, they are perfect for muffins.   These jumbo muffins with a streusel topping taste good with your morning cup of tea or coffee, or an afternoon break.

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      Posted in Cakes, Cupcakes and Muffins, Recipes | 0 Comments | Tagged Banana Bread, Banana Nut Muffins, Walnut Streusel

    • Cherry Apple Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken

      Posted at 8:41 am by NativeNM, on August 8, 2011

      It’s so hot these days, I thought it would be a great time for a salad.  I opened the fridge and found some dried cherries sitting there and knew they would be a good start.  I added an apple and some brown sugar pecans.  For the vegetarians out there that would be perfect, but in my house I’m surrounded by men who like meat so I added some grilled chicken to the mix.

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    • Brown Sugar Pecans

      Posted at 10:54 am by NativeNM, on August 4, 2011

      Brown Sugar Pecans are a tasty treat.  They are easy to make and great to have in the pantry for a quick snack.  I love to put a few into a salad, they provide that crunch and sweetness that adds so much flavor to any salad.  Another idea is to split a banana in half, grill it for a minute then add the pecans and drizzle honey over the top.  They will keep fresh for a couple weeks provided you place them in a tightly sealed container.  Sometimes they don’t last that long though.

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      Posted in Recipes, Snack | 2 Comments | Tagged Brown Sugar Pecans

    • Red Hot Wings

      Posted at 1:55 pm by NativeNM, on August 2, 2011

      This one is for Josh.  It’s his favorite and a frequent request for me to make.   Just a plate of wings and some ranch dressing is all it takes to make him happy.  Chef Paul Prudhomme is my hero for this seasoning mix which makes a great rub that you can taste in every bite.  I added a spicy sauce that will make your taste buds sing with some heat and a hint of sweetness.

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      Posted in Entree, Recipes | 2 Comments | Tagged Buffalo Wings, Hot Wings, Red Hot Wings

    • Pizza Panini with Marinara Dipping Sauce

      Posted at 12:13 pm by NativeNM, on July 22, 2011

      I’m constantly trying to find new ways to invent pizza.   I will put toppings, cheese and sauce on just about anything and call it pizza, because I love it so much.  Last night was Pizza Panini’s.  I went vegetarian but the guys added pepperoni on theirs.  It was so delicious when the cheese started to melt and combined all the flavors in between.  Continue reading →

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      Posted in Burgers, Sandwiches, Paninis and Wraps, Recipes | 0 Comments | Tagged Pizza Panini

    • Spinach Pesto

      Posted at 9:59 am by NativeNM, on July 21, 2011

      Pesto can be made from many herb choices.  I have a small herb garden of basil, chives, parsley, thyme, sage and rosemary, but not enough to make pesto.  I always have spinach on hand and when I make pesto I start with a spinach base and add whatever herbs I want to enhance the flavor.  This time I’ve added some basil leaves.  Pesto adds flavor to pizza, soup, sandwiches or pasta.  I use pesto in many recipes so I thought it deserved it’s own post.  Continue reading →

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    • Brined Porkchops with Raspberry Sauce

      Posted at 8:14 am by NativeNM, on July 21, 2011

      If you like a tender pork chop that isn’t dry, try brining.  All it takes is a zip lock bag filled with water, salt and sugar.  You can add fresh herbs, maybe citrus such as lemon, lime or orange, or garlic and onion, whatever you like, just throw it into the bag along with the pork chops.  The longer they brine, the more juicy and tender they will be.  I was in a simple mood so I made 4 chops covered in water with 1 T Sugar and 1 T Salt.  I would have liked them to soak longer, but 4 hours was all I had.  I wanted a sauce to go along with the pork and searched the pantry to see what fruit jam I had.  I found the raspberry jam and knew I had something I could work with.

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      Posted in Entree, Recipes | 2 Comments | Tagged Brined Porkchops, Grilled Porkchops, Raspberry Sauce
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