Tis the season for winter squash – Kabocha, Acorn, Delicata, Butternut and more! I love winter squash. They look pretty, taste great and are full of nutrition. Sometimes I shop with a particular variety in mind. Other times I just choose what I think is prettiest. Whatever variety I’m cooking, the seeds get saved for […]
Snacks
Fried Queso Fresco with Salsa
Fried Queso Freso with Salsa Ingredients Queso Fresco (aka Queso Blanco) Oil * Salsa * Instructions Heat small amount of oil in pan Add sliced queso fresco to hot oil Remove from pan when browned to your liking Top with salsa *I used grape seed oil and store bought mango salsa. Feel free to substitue […]
Strawberries Stuffed with Goat Cheese
Oh my! These look really good. Don’t they? These lovely little creations were served at a California Strawberry event that I attended recently. When I first saw the waiters carry them in, I assumed they were a dessert – strawberries filled with whipped cream, garnished with a mint leave and drizzled with chocolate. That would […]
Mango Tomato Salsa Recipe
It’s mango time! I have been thrilled with the flavor and price of fresh mangos lately, so we’ve been going through a lot of them. Mango Salsa Ingredients: 2 large mangos, chopped 4 small tomatoes, chopped (or 2 large) 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 green onion, chopped 2 stems cilantro, chopped lime juice (from 1 […]
Fried Plantains Recipe
This is a quick and easy snack or side dish. I like them with a little salt. You can also pour maple syrup on them for a sweet treat. Fried Plantains Ingredients: Plantain Coconut Oil Salt Instructions: 1) Heat coconut oil to medium hot on stove 2) Slice plantain about 1/4″ thick 3) Add to […]