Recent Recipes
Don’s Fajitas de Verano: Thursday, August 13, 2026
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!
Bok Choy/Tomato Stir-fry with Lemon Basil Sauce: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
A few seasonal items are combined in a tasty warm-weather stir-fry tonight. Bok choy and tomatoes are the featured all stars, bathed in a summery lemon basil sauce. Toasted slivered almonds add a little extra crunch to this dish.
It’s a stir-fry, so once the cooking starts, you’ll be out of the kitchen in no time.
Chilled Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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.
Rainbow Chard with Apricot Salsa: Monday, August 10, 2026
This seasonal variation of chard comes alive with the help of tree-ripened apricots presented in a delicious apricot salsa. Toss some black beans into the chard and serve it over protein-packed quinoa. Individual servings will be topped with apricot salsa and a grating of sharp cheddar cheese. This one’s sure to light up your taste buds!
It’s Saturday, August 8th. It’s the middle of August already!
It’s Saturday, August 9th
Menus and shopping lists forAugust 10 – 15 and August 17 – 22
Another great week of dining awaits. It’s time to make some plans and go grocery shopping.
Dino Kale with Nectarines and Feta: Friday, August 7, 2026
Juicy tree-ripened nectarine slices and thin-sliced chickenless tenders adorn this seasonal kale dish.
The fruit and greens are served over quinoa and topped with crumbled feta cheese and toasted almond slices.
What a refreshing way to celebrate the close of a summer day! The harvest season just keeps on giving.