The delicious Italian classic, caprese salad, is the inspiration for Tex-Mex Tomato, Avocado, and Pepper Jack Salad. Since hunting season has started at the lodge, I wanted something new and different to spice up brunch. And I have to say, the hunters were pretty happy with the new addition! While Tex-Mex Tomato, Avocado, and Pepper…
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Roasted Okra
This week we were fortunate to get a large bag of freshly picked okra from our neighbor. Of course, with some I made seafood gumbo. But instead of making a couple of my “go-to” recipes, with the rest, I wanted to try something new. With the larger, but still tender pods, I decided to roast…
Let’s Talk Meatloaf
There were a couple of things I wanted to try with meatloaf. I’m used to using really lean meat, and for this one I used deer and lamb. Regardless, of what lean meat you choose, it’s fat that carries flavor, so you have to add it, when the meat is lean. For the one I…
Roasted Mixed-Up Veggies
Once in a while, I like to add plantains into our vegetable rotation. I used green plantains for this recipe, but riper ones would give you a sweeter flavor, and less “starchiness.” PrintRoasted Mixed-Up Veggies IngredientsButternut squash, seeded, peeled, and cut into 1/2″ chunks 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2″ chunks 2…
Best Homemade Croutons
If you like really good croutons, I’ve been told these are it! I started out making them for Caesar salad, and ended up making them for snacks. This is a great way to use up leftover bread. Dense textured bread works really well. I’ve never tried it with bagels before, but it’s a winner. PrintBest…