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Grilled Vegetables with Herb Vinaigrette

April 17, 2012

This dish can come together with any leftover vegetables that you have in the refrigerator or on the counter I always seem to have a few Green Onions, Spears of Asparagus, a single Pepper or Zucchini lying around. Alone they can’t make up a dish, but together they make a beautiful healthy salad or side. [...]

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Baked Shrimp with Tomato and Feta

March 12, 2012

This dish is super easy and quick to pull together. It makes a great weeknight dinner when your short on time. SHRIMP 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 thinly sliced scallions 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons dried oregano (preferably Sicilian) 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved coarse salt and ground pepper 1 ½ pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp, tails removed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 4 ounces feta [...]

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All the seedlings are up!! Baby Tomato, Eggplant & Zinnias!

March 10, 2012

Asian Melon seeds were planted in pots today. I’m taking Mother Natures cue that winter is over and next week I am going to plant the first batch of lettuce, herbs, peas and Brussels sprout seeds directly in the garden. Pray for no more frost!!

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Mozzarella,Tomato & Avocado Salad

March 1, 2012

Can you tell I am anxious for Spring! I love this salad anytime of year. It really makes a HUGE difference to use a good Olive Oil and Buffalo Mozzarella that is packed in water. Ingredients: 2 Heirloom Tomatoes, sliced 1 large Mozzarella Ball, sliced or torn 1/2 Avocado, cubed 10-12 of your favorite cracker, [...]