Take-out Tuesday, Broccoli Carrot Slaw with Creamy Yogurt Dressing

This Broccoli Carrot Slaw has tons of flavor without a lot fat and calories, yet nutrients from the broccoli and carrots, and protein from the yogurt The dressing is made with non fat Greek yogurt, a touch of light sour cream, vinegar and a dash of maple syrup or honey for sweetness Make it in … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Christmas Coleslaw

This red and green salad goes together in minutes, and is a refreshing change from heavy holiday food It’s crispy crunchy and full of holiday flavors Romaine is cut into ribbons and combined with prepared coleslaw mix Top with dried cranberries, pistachios, sliced almonds and crispy sweet apple pieces I love to keep an array … Continue reading

Party Panache, Super Star Shortcuts

We do a lot of cooking and entertaining, but I must confess, to make this happen, I have learned the art of the short cut… Today I’m sharing some recipes we had during our Friends & Family Weekend  that made things very effortless Pesto Parmesan Biscuit Bites Canned biscuits, cut into pieces, and tossed with … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Strawberry Coleslaw Salad & Crispy Buttermilk Rings

Here are 2 easy peasy summer sides, a refreshing summer salad and crispy thin onion rings This salad is light and fresh, and can be a meal in itself or a side dish This is a twist on coleslaw with the addition of romaine lettuce, bacon and strawberries with a mustard vinaigrette dressing and pecans … Continue reading

Recipe Box, BBQ Pork “Cupcakes” with Coleslaw “Icing” and Crispy Onions

This little bite is bound to spark up your next gathering! Who can resist a little puff pastry filled with BBQ pork, topped with creamy slaw and crispy onions? You can assemble them for serving, or set them out with bowls of slaw and onions and let people make their own Great for parties, game … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Summer Seafood Picnic

We welcomed guests at a kick-off party for the Foxfest last week with a Low Country Shrimp Boil and Picnic. We wanted to serve some Southern favorites, and a low country boil is such a fun and easy meal, and it’s finger food! There are lots of versions, but to simplify things we did not … Continue reading