Tag Archives: gluten-free

Garden-fresh tomato-almond pesto

If you’re looking for ways to preserve your garden produce, this simple, satisfying, freezable pesto makes use of fresh tomatoes […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 24 September, 2013 – 9:04 pm | Posted in Freezer Meals, Main dishes, Recipes, Sauces Seasonings Condiments | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (4)

Tropical marinated flank steak to grill at home or at the campsite

Because friends and family know I love all things related to food, I’m sometimes asked to help with meal planning […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 17 September, 2013 – 8:41 pm | Posted in Main dishes, Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (18)

Convenient make-ahead green bean salad

It’s green bean season! This salad recipe makes good use of fresh homegrown or local green beans. Pin It

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 10 September, 2013 – 3:27 pm | Posted in Recipes, Salads, Sides | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)

Refrigerator pickles recipe, and a pickle memory

This summer was my first time making pickles. It was necessary; cucumbers kept arriving each week in our CSA (community-supported […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 3 September, 2013 – 5:41 pm | Posted in Products, Recipes, Sauces Seasonings Condiments | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)

Frugal turkey thighs with sage – grilled or oven-roasted

Sometimes you want a dinner that’s easy, elegant, and affordable. Turkey Marietta, with sage, garlic, and salt,is all of these.  […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 27 August, 2013 – 6:15 pm | Posted in Main dishes, Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (4)

A flavorful side dish: grilled squash with orange-rosemary glaze

Acorn squash is a delicious, nutritious, and filling side dish that’s wonderful with grilled meat, chicken, or fish. Pin It

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 20 August, 2013 – 1:49 pm | Posted in Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (2)

Nature’s candy—wrapped in bacon

Sweet plus salty is one of the best combinations ever. And bacon is one of the best salty foods. Pin […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 13 August, 2013 – 9:22 pm | Posted in Appetizers, Desserts & Snacks, Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (4)

A classic Italian-style appetizer for summer: prosciutto-wrapped melon

My last blog post was crispy prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, a fun finger food. Here’s another prosciutto-wrapped food: melon. Pin It

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 6 August, 2013 – 3:35 pm | Posted in Appetizers, Desserts & Snacks, Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (9)

A simple appetizer is a (prosciutto) wrap!

If you need a quick and healthful but impressive party snack or appetizer, here’s one that takes only a few […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 30 July, 2013 – 8:57 pm | Posted in Appetizers, Products, Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)

Favorite breakfast is perfect for weekdays, simple for guests

My current favorite breakfast—sauteed spicy chorizo with peppers, oven-baked egg, fruit, and coffee—has become a ritual Pin It

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 23 July, 2013 – 1:55 pm | Posted in Breakfast & Brunch, How-To, Menu Ideas, Recipes | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (4)

Grilled whole chicken with mustard-date barbecue sauce

Nothing says summer like barbecued chicken on the grill! Pin It

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 16 July, 2013 – 6:54 pm | Posted in Main dishes, Recipes, Sauces Seasonings Condiments | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (5)

Try plantains for starch variety

When cruising the produce aisle, do you tend to be oblivious to the oversize-banana-like plantains? I did until recently, Pin […]

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By beranmchsi.com Posted on 9 July, 2013 – 4:49 pm | Posted in Appetizers, Desserts & Snacks, Sides | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (4)