Starters & Sides

Cucumber Salad
Salad

Cucumber Salad

The secret to having Cucumber Salad taste like it just came from the garden is in the salting. Draining the excess water from the cucumbers before you marinate them helps the cucumbers absorb the flavor of the sugar and vinegar. Loads of fresh dill puts Cucumber Salad over the top! […]

Guacamole
Dressings & Sauces, Mexican, Snacks

Guacamole

To call Guacamole a “dip” is not doing it justice. Sure it’s great with chips and crudités; but you can use it in so many other ways as well. Top off a burger (veggie, meat or turkey)with it. Spoon it over your taco filling. Spread it on toast. Guacamole is […]

Watermelon Feta Salad
American, Salad

Watermelon Feta Salad

Watermelon Feta Salad combines the flavors of  sweet, juicy watermelon with that of  salty, dry Feta. It is a match made in foodie heaven. Add blueberries and toasted pine nuts and you’ve got a beautiful light Summer salad. Isn’t it nice when there is absolutely no actual cooking involved? Just […]

White Sweet Potato Soup
Soup, Starters & Sides

White Sweet Potato Soup

White Sweet Potato Soup is a conversation starter. It’s not something you’re served every day-if at all. I discovered the special flavor of this White Sweet Potato Soup when we were in South Africa. The chef generously told me the ingredients. White sweet potatoes are starchier and sweeter than their […]

Stuffed Mushrooms
American, Appetizer, Starters & Sides

Stuffed Mushrooms

These Stuffed Mushrooms are only filled with mushroom stems and vegetables. There are no crumbs, eggs, or nuts in this recipe; so it’s perfect for everyone-vegans. vegetarians, and those who are gluten free-which also makes them great for Passover. Whether you serve them as hors d’oeuvres (don’t forget the napkins), […]