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Archive - August, 2011

Easy Shrimp Salad with Peppery Greens, Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds

August 8, 2011 - Posted in Appetizers, Seafood - 6 Comments

I think every meal should be special, even lunch. So when I’m home relaxing by myself I try to stay away from the easy Ramen Noodles and cook something healthier and from scratch. After you make this you’ll feel a sense of accomplishment, even if it’s just a simple salad! I had a smaller version for myself but I made this recipe to serve a nice appetizer size for four.

Vegenaise Macaroni Pasta Salad with Celery, Carrots and Sundried Tomatoes

August 7, 2011 - Posted in Appetizers, Noodles, Vegetarian - 2 Comments

I haven’t made a cold pasta salad in a long time so I was excited to come up with a simple and healthy version. I also finally had a reason to try Vegenaise. VEGE-wha? Vegenaise is a dairy-free, eggless mayonnaise alternative. I heard about it through a few vegan friends and Gwyneth Paltrow (not my friend) saying how great it was.

Blended Mango Sorbet – The Fastest and Easiest Sorbet Recipe

August 5, 2011 - Posted in Sweets - Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for an icy dessert fix, this recipe is for you. With just 3 simple ingredients, a blender and about 5 minutes you’ll have a quick healthy summer dessert. I used my trusty Blendtec blender and puréed the mango till there were no more chunks.

Soft-Shell Crab Pasta – The Easiest Way to Enjoy the Whole Crab

August 4, 2011 - Posted in Noodles, Seafood - 2 Comments

I love Blue Crabs. Every summer when they’re in season, my family and I sit around a table full of crabs and just pick at them for hours (while seeing who can get the biggest piece of meat out). I’m a slow eater so I’m usually the last one at the table. I really don’t like wasting food and have OCD-like tendencies so I want to get everything! That said, it was like an epiphany the first time I ate soft-shell crabs. The crab flavor is so much more intense since you eat the whole crab, shells and everything.

Traditional Spanish Sangria with Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice & Rum

August 2, 2011 - Posted in Drinks - 5 Comments

It may be too early in the week but I just had to post a sangria recipe before the summer’s over! Sangria is a common wine punch made popular from Portugal and Spain. The wine (usually red) is added with rum, brandy or other spirits, and is sweetened by sugar and fruit.

Cold Corn Salad with Tomatoes, Bell Peppers and Red Onions

August 1, 2011 - Posted in Appetizers, Vegetarian - Leave a Comment

During the summer you see corn everywhere, so the other day I picked up a few cobs at my local farmers market. Here’s a super easy cold corn salad recipe you can eat cold on those hot summer nights. It’s sweet, crunchy and a perfect side dish for a family picnic.