Recipes

Serves 8: Dressing: 1 tbsp  balsamic vinegar 2 tsp   fresh lemon juice 1/4      tsp sea salt 3         tbsp extra virgin olive oil Whisk together vinegar, juice and salt then add extra virgin olive…Read More

Sometimes it’s difficult to stay cool as a cucumber in this heat however that should not shy you away from enjoying this delicious vegetable. Cucumber has become a featured flavor in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks this summer and we…Read More

August is Peach Month….. and what a wonderful summer fruit! Packed full of juicy sweetness, a large peach has fewer than 70 calories and contains 3 grams of fiber. It’s also a good source of vitamins A and C. I…Read More

July is Blueberry Month…what better time to pick and eat these wonderful, healthy berries! Serves 4-6: Filling: 3 c      fresh or frozen blueberries 1/4 c  granulated sugar 2 tsp  cornstarch Topping: 3/4 c     flour 1 tbs…Read More

Kombucha is a holistic tea that is derived from fermenting sugar with a living culture known as a SCOBY, which stands for symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast. Frequent users claim the drink detoxifies the body as well as energizes the…Read More

Spicing up shrimp is what makes this salad amazingly full of flavor. For a BBQ appetizer you can just serve a big plate of the shrimp on their own—make a lot, they are irresistible! Serves 4: You’ll need 24 –…Read More

Summer is the perfect time to cool down with a refreshing ice pop! However, most popsicle brands found in your frozen food isle are filled with processed sugar or sugar substitutes, such as high fructose corn syrup or aspartame, which…Read More

A perfect accompaniment to grilled meats and ribs, this refreshing, tangy coleslaw takes a different twist. Serves 8-10: 8 c shredded green cabbage 1/2 c grated carrots 1 c thinly slide red onion 1/2 c chopped fresh cilantro 2 tbsp…Read More

A real crowd pleaser and very easy to make. Perfect with a zesty coleslaw. Serves 4: 4 lb Baby Back Ribs (2 racks) Rub: 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp ground coffee 4 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp ground cumin…Read More

This is the simplest salad ever and with a tangy lemon vinaigrette it’s perfect when you want fresh, clean flavors. To make it a main course salad I like to add some warm grilled shrimp. Per serving you just need…Read More