Category Archives: Side Dishes

Spicy Edamame

Posted on October 1, 2011 by

I’m a HUGE fan of sushi, and always have to order edamame as a starter whenever I go to a Japanese restaurant. One of my favorite sushi restaurants is Sashi in Manhattan Beach, which is where I went for my … Continue reading →

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Creamy Cheese Grits

Posted on August 1, 2010 by

If you’re from the South, then you know ALL about grits. If you’re not familiar with them, they are a staple in every Southerner’s kitchen and can be found on practically every restaurant menu in the Southern states. They mainly consist of … Continue reading →

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Southern Potato Salad

Posted on July 2, 2010 by

I lived in the South (Georgia) for many years and loved so many things about it. One was the people/friends that I made, whom I found to be truly down-to-earth and caring folks. Second… some of their delicious “southern” dishes. … Continue reading →

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Quinoa

Posted on June 20, 2010 by

Quinoa (pronounced keen-wa) is a grain that comes from the Andes Mountains of South America. Quinoa’s origins are truly ancient. It was one of  the three staple foods, along with corn and potatoes, of the Inca civilization. Quinoa was known then, and … Continue reading →

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Glazed Beef Tenderloin (with Herbed New Potatoes)

Posted on June 19, 2010 by

This is, by far, my favorite recipe for beef tenderloin (filet mignon) that I’ve been making for years. The marinade is extremely simple, yet so very tasty. Ingredients 1/3 cup steak sauce 1 1/2 tbsp packed brown sugar 2 tbsp … Continue reading →

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Cherry-Arugula Salad With Almonds & Tarragon

Posted on June 17, 2010 by

 Cherries and almonds are a classic pair and make a delicious salad combination with tart arugula and fragrant tarragon. Ingredients  2 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 small shallot, chopped 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp water 6 tbsp slivered … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower Goat Cheese Mash

Posted on June 16, 2010 by

This is a lovely side dish that not only tastes great, but is very low in carbs. Ingredients 1/2 large head cauliflower, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces   2 Tbsp. whipping cream 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 2 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese … Continue reading →

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What a (side) Dish!

Posted on May 27, 2010 by

Carrots… some people love ‘em and others, well, not so much. This recipe could actually convert those opposed to the orange veggie. And, besides the obvious benefits to eyesight, carrots have many other health pluses, like lowering cholesterol and preventing heart … Continue reading →

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Getting Corny!

Posted on May 27, 2010 by

There are tons of different ways to cook corn on the cob… here are my two favorites. On the Grill Peel back the husks from the corn & remove the silk. Butter the kernels and sprinkle with salt & pepper … Continue reading →

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Haricot Verts aka “OMG, Insanely Delicious Green Beans”

Posted on May 26, 2010 by

Besides having the traditional Green Bean Casserole at Thanksgiving, I used to overlook green beans when thinking about making a side dish to accompany my main course. Well, that has changed now. These tantalize my taste buds to the extreme. I … Continue reading →

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