Sesame Mandarin Salad

I just tossed this together this afternoon - it was delish! spring mix salad 3 Tbsp cooked, crumbled bacon bits (I use prepared, store bought from Kraft) 2 Tbsp Renee's Sesame Asian Vinaigrette 1 small can of mandarin oranges, drained 3 Tbsp sliced almonds - I'm still undecided whether I like the bacon bits in it, although it … [Read more...]

Broccoli & Toasted Almonds

Seriously.  That's all it is.  Love it! Toss 1/4 cup or so of sliced almonds in the toaster oven/ frying pan.  Cook over med-high heat until browned.  Stir often. Steam broccoli to your liking. Toss together with a pinch of garlic salt. … [Read more...]

Salmon & Almond Salad

Even the kids ate this one!  It was so yummy.  We presented all these ingredients in separate bowls and dished it out as desired.  I suppose it could all be tossed together too though.  :) Ingredients: spring mix salad, bag (approx 6 cups) 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup grapes (optional) 1/2 cup candied almonds 4 servings glazed … [Read more...]

Candied Almonds

Like most candy, this is really for adults-only to do.  Sugar boils hotter than oil and water and will burn incredibly well into our skin.  It is to be handled with care! Ingredients: 1/2 cup almonds, sliced 1/2 white sugar Directions: Heat skillet on med-high heat until hot. Add sugar & almonds. The sugar will melt, at … [Read more...]

Berry Yummy Salad

* NEVER refer to this as spinach salad * :) bunch of fresh spinach, washed dried whole 1 cup of fresh berries, (bet you'd never guess I like strawberries on mine) 1 cup almonds 1/2 cup white sugar (for almonds) 1/2 cup sweet grapes, halved Dressing: 1 tbsp rice vinegar (it has a nice light flavor) 1 Tbsp EV olive oil 1/2 … [Read more...]