by Don Collins | Jan 31, 2026 | beans/lentils, Mexican/Latin, Recipes
White Chili White bean chili is on the menu. You’ll get a kick out of this delicious and unique chili. I’m offering it as a weekend entree. A specially seasoned “Red Swirl” will add a decorative appeal while providing an extra chili kick. Assemble the soup early...
by Don Collins | Jan 30, 2026 | Recipes
It’s Saturday, February 1st. Menus and shopping lists forFebruary 2 – 7 and February 9 – 14 Another great week of dining awaits. It’s time to plan ahead and create your grocery orders. Try cooking your beans for tomorrow’s recipe from...
by Don Collins | Jan 29, 2026 | Fish/Seafood, Italian, Pasta, Recent Recipes, Recipes
Halibut Pasta Marinara Tonight you’ll use leftovers to create a tasty Italianate seafood ragu dish. Mushrooms, onions, sweet peppers and celery combine with leftover cooked halibut, Italian Sausage and capers in a spicy Marinara sauce. This meal is a fantastical...
by Don Collins | Jan 28, 2026 | Asian, Featured Vegetable Meals, Recipes
Baby Bok Choy Stir-Fry A delicious stir-fry is on tap tonight with one of my favorite cruciferous vegetables, bok choy! Baby Bok Choy is desirable for this recipe but some stores may not carry it on a regular basis. You’ll easily find adult bok choy though. Feel free...
by Don Collins | Jan 27, 2026 | Featured Vegetable Meals, Mexican/Latin, Recipes
Spanish-Style Rice with Nested Arugula When I was a kid in Montana, my mom used to call this dish “Spanish Rice.” I make it a little differently. Arugula and fresh cilantro were way too “exotic” to find on the menu in Montana back then, but now...
