Don’s Fajitas de Verano: Thursday, August 14, 2025

Fajitas de Verano simply means summer fajitas. The history of fajitas dates back to the 1930’s and 40’s. It’s the original TexMex cowboy food. Ranch workers made fajitas from the cheapest cuts of meat which were grilled with whatever was available, and wrapped in a tortilla. Today, folks wrap almost any meat or vegetable in their fajitas.

This time of year we have lots of fajita options from the summer harvest. Tonight we’ll fold in summer squash, sweet peppers, onions and fennel. Chicken, or Chik’n Strips, will stand in for the beef. They’re served with homemade salsa and guacamole. Wahoo!

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Chilled Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad: Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Cold pasta salad will keep both you and the kitchen cool tonight. Multi-textures and rich flavors of smoked salmon, fresh sugar snap peas, sweet onions, shredded cabbage, cucumbers and sweet new cherry tomatoes make up the ingredients. They’re wrapped in a creamy, yogurt-based dressing made with ginger, lime and fresh cilantro. 



A simple lightly dressed arugula salad accompanies to complete a perfect warm weather meal. Make the pasta salad early in the day and tuck it away in the fridge.

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Burgers and Potato Salad: Sunday, August 10, 2025

It’s Sunday in the heart of the summer. That means it’s time to fire up the outdoor barbecue and toss some burgers. We’ll use Beyond Meat patties and seasonal condiments, including crisp new lettuce.

To make this dinner extra special, we’ll throw in corn on the cob and a classic homemade potato salad. Add some seasonal ripe melon on the side.

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