Recent Recipes
Caesar Salad with Sliced Chicken: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
The first time I experienced a Caesar Salad was at the famous Brown Derby restaurant in LA. I was young, newly married and naive. It turned out to be the only thing on the menu my wife and I could afford.
When the waiter wheeled the cart to our table to prepare the salads, he grabbed the egg at speed with a flourish and cracked it with one hand. Nothing happened. The kitchen had sent him a hardboiled egg. He smiled through gritted teeth and hissed at the busboy to fetch him a raw egg for the dressing. The show was worth the price.
You won’t have the same problem with this version since it utilizes a wonderful eggless Caesar dressing. Enjoy!
Savory Fish Tacos: Friday, June 14, 2024
Fish tacos are on the menu. If you don’t have leftover fish, you can cook some. The tacos are served with a quick tarter sauce, shredded cabbage, lettuce, seared peppers and homemade Quick, Low-sodium Tomato Salsa.
Serve a plate of orange slices as a finish to the meal.
Seasonal Bing Cherry and Grilled Chicken Salad : Thursday, June 13, 2024
The short season for fresh, sweet cherries has arrived and they’re not to be missed. Sweet Cherries are a welcome addition to any dinner table and tonight they’ll play a feature role in a dinner salad production. Supporting roles will be filled by plant-based Chik’n, toasted pecans and the usual ensemble of fresh harvest favorites. If cherries aren’t available, use fresh strawberries. Dinner promises to offer a dazzling presentation. Bravi!
Tortellini with Basil Hummus and Arugula Salad: Monday, June 10, 2024
Soft pasta pillows of tortellini step into the spotlight tonight. They’re turned out with a dazzling white sauce and each dinner plate wears a designer hat of basil hummus. A compliment of soft and frilly dressed baby arugula is draped over the shoulders of this Italian favorite while accents of chopped red tomato punctuate the presentation.
Salad Night: Sunday, June 9, 2024
Warmer weather calls out for gatherings with family and friends to share good food. This potato/cabbage slaw will answer the call and get the conversation started. Pair it with a yummy avocado salad, some smoked salmon and a fresh baguette. It’s perfect food for casual dining and leisurely conversation. Make the salads early in the day and refrigerate.
Finish the evening with fresh seasonal strawberries.
Don’s Fajitas:Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Everybody gets to play a part in dinner preparations tonight! As I’ve said on previous occasions, fajitas just taste better when everyone gets to build their own. This is an easy and delightful way for family and friends to enjoy an evening meal!
This fajita celebration will be even more special when you make your own condiments.