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Skinny Buddha Bowl {and Cookbook Giveaway!}

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On summer evenings there’s a window of time between when our deck is finally covered in shade, and before the mosquitos come out, that is perfect for dinner al fresco. And if I’ve done just a little prep early in the day, I can spend my time enjoying a nice glass of Sauvignon Blanc outside instead of standing over the stove.

This Skinny Buddha Bowl, inspired by my friend Robin Asbell, is a perfect meal for those nights. Continue Reading →

Pea Bruschetta with Lemon & Mint

pea bruschetta with lemon and mint

My friend Elaine isn’t in town that often, but when she is, we do our darndest to schedule lunch, as well dinner with our boys. A new restaurant opened in the cute little nearby suburb of Excelsior recently, and it sounded like a perfect place for a summer al fresco dinner with our dear friends. And when I checked out the menu beforehand, I knew I’d be ordering their Pea Bruschetta appetizer. Continue Reading →

Vegetable Pot Stickers {a family affair}

vegetable pot stickers

One of the things that makes family meals fun is getting everybody involved. Husband and I have my sister’s family over for Sunday dinners whenever our schedules cooperate, and most often, it’s a hands-on affair. Sometimes we make our own pizzas, and recently, we tackled homemade ravioli. On “Asian Night”, I might be getting ingredients together for Pad Thai, while I assign the assembly of Vegetable Pot Stickers to my niece and nephew. Continue Reading →

Bulgur Salad

bulgur salad with edamame

This  bulgur salad is a great addition to your summer repertoire! I’ll make it on Monday morning, and enjoy it throughout the week for lunch, or as a great salad/side dish for dinner. And it travels well – say, to the office or a picnic. Continue Reading →