Cotija Corn Salad Recipe This Cotija Corn Salad Recipe came to me this summer when I had leftover Cotija cheese from a potato salad recipe that I made for company. It is wonderful as a side with fresh corn in the late summer also. Simple ingredients for the salad can be found anywhere. Cotija cheese…
How to Make Quick Pickled Fennel
How to Make Quick Pickled Fennel I have a love for fennel, always have! For me there’s nothing better than fennel that is baked with butter and Parmesan cheese on top, I must share that recipe with you soon. So I wanted to try a cold recipe with fennel as I also enjoy it in…
Homemade Italian Dressing
Homemade Italian Dressing I love making homemade dressings; they are so much better than store bought and they are so easy too! This Homemade Italian Dressing recipe can be made fresh in a matter of minutes. You can have the Italian seasoning mix all made up and at the ready. Then just add in 1-2…
What is Chayote Squash and What Do I Do With It?
What is Chayote Squash and What Do I Do With It? What is Chayote Squash and What Do I Do With It? Chayote (chai·ow·tei) squash, also known as mirliton squash or Mexican pear squash, is a small summer squash native to Mexico but now found worldwide in warmer climates. Chayote, like the tomato, is technically…
Simple Easy Homemade Canned Tomatoes
Simple Easy Homemade Canned Tomatoes Simple Easy Homemade Canned Tomatoes is a fantastic way to preserve the summer’s bounty. Have you tried canning tomatoes before? We have done it many times and I love using my own tomatoes, in soups, stews, sauces and more all year long. This is why today I am going to show…
Marinated Carrot Salad
Marinated Carrot Salad I am going to be getting nostalgic with this recipe. This Marinated Carrot Salad was one that my mom and grandma would make all the time. I remember seeing jars of it in the refrigerator. It lasts quite a few days/weeks and it was always a recurring recipe every summer. Mostly now…
What is Celery Root {Celeriac} and What Do I Do with It?
What is Celery Root (Celeriac) and What Do I Do With It? What is Celery Root (Celeriac) and What Do I Do With It? Celery root, also known as celeriac, is a versatile root vegetable used for stews, soups, salads and as a substitute for potatoes in a healthy mash. Celery root looks like…
Rainbow Easter Deviled Eggs
Rainbow Easter Deviled Eggs Disclosure: I was compensated by Egg Farmers of Canada for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. Eggs, how glorious they are in all our cooking and baking but deviled eggs have to be one of my family’s favorites!! Our daughter, Amber has been making rainbow naturally colored deviled…
How to Remove a Tomato Skin
How to Remove a Tomato Skin If you grow tomatoes or love going to the farmer’s market, at some point you’ll find yourself with more tomatoes than your family can eat. This is where How to Remove a Tomato Skin will come in very handy. I love going to the local farmer’s market during the…
30 Outstanding One Pot Meals
30 Outstanding One Pot Meals Looking for a great meal with an easy cleanup? These 30 Outstanding One Pot Meals are just for you! There are a huge variety of options to please every palate. These versatile meals could be a quick weekday meal for the family or a fabulous weekend dinner for family and…
Sweet Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower
Sweet Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower I am a sucker for a great side dish, especially when it is roasted. Something that is full of flavor that complements the main just makes the enter meal so much more enjoyable. Sometimes it is hard to pair something with an Asian meal. This Sweet Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower is absolutely…
Herb Lemon Butter Peas and Little Potatoes Recipe
Herb Lemon Butter Peas and Little Potatoes Recipe Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. The Little Potato Company has some new and enticing products that I’m excited to share with you today. They have made serving Little potatoes as easy as anything. This recipe for Herb Lemon…