More hot weather fare is on tap tonight. The beauty of quesadillas is how quickly they go together. You can use a few sliced chickenless tenders or optional chicken. This meal is quick to the table and nourishing.
Add a green salad with fresh, homemade dressing and you’re good to go.
Curried Chard with Fresh Mango: Monday, July 13, 2026
Yet another way to enjoy fresh greens is with curry. Curry seasonings are common in warmer climates, and I find them very satisfying in hot weather. Use commercial yellow curry powder or homemade Masala Curry Spice mix.
Use fresh mango, if possible, but frozen is another option. Plant-based “chickenless” tenders, or optional chicken, will add extra protein to the meal .
Barbecued, Marinated/Grilled Tofu with Sweet Corn and Roasted Potatoes: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Barbecued “T” Ribs!! Today you’ll prepare some Marinated and Grilled Tofu served with a homemade, lip-smacking barbecue sauce. It will share the dinner plate with roasted potatoes and seasonal corn on the cob. A crisp green salad finishes this summer celebration.
You’ve purchased and frozen a package of extra or ultra-firm tofu. Now you’ll need to thaw that package of tofu as you prepare to make this delicacy. Marinating takes extra time so start this recipe around mid-day.
First thing this AM! If you haven’t done so, take the frozen tofu out of the freezer and set on a plate on the countertop to thaw.
It’s Saturday, July 11. Summer cooking at its best continues.
It’s Saturday, July 12
Menus and shopping lists for July 13 – 18 and 20 – 25
Another great week of dining lies ahead. Enjoy!
Snow Peas with Asian-Orange Sauce: Friday, July 10, 2026
Snow peas and sugar snap peas are seasonal flavors everyone should sample this time of year. Tonight, snow peas will be paired with bell pepper, sliced onion and water chestnuts in a slightly spicy orange/cilantro sauce. It’s served with plant-based Chick’n, or optional chicken, over nutritious brown rice.
You should still be able to get fresh snow peas (or even sugar snap peas) this time of year. If not, frozen snow peas will do.
Swiss Chard with Strawberries and Peaches: Thursday, July 9, 2026
These are the months for fresh strawberries, and now you’ll begin to see the first peaches and nectarines arriving in the markets. Tonight’s chard recipe will feature a combination of these seasonal delights.
A garnish of sharp and savory feta crumbles works beautifully with the bright fruit flavors.