Showing-off Potato Salad

You know those times when you have to bring something along to a BBQ or Pot Luck?  Well, M. Cook, you're not the only one who all of the sudden becomes the gourmet chef.  How could I possibly bring my 5-ingredient-wonder to a food fest, when my personal character is being judged on such?  THIS is the real deal, my friends: It is waiting to be ... Continue reading...

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 ... Continue reading...

Warm Chicken Walnut salad

This is so yummy, and gets those servings of veggies and protein in there too. 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked 3/4 cup walnut pieces 1/2 pkg spring salad mix (maybe 16 cups, loose) 3 cups red grapes, halved 1/2 cup thinly shredded goat cheese, optional (we used feta cheese) Prepared Raspberry Vinaigrette To prepare ... Continue reading...

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 ... Continue reading...

Glazed Salmon Fillets

This is sooo easy and requires 4 ingredients - including the salmon.  :) 4 4" salmon fillets, defrosted or fresh 2 Tbsp soy sauce 1/4 c water 2 Tbsp brown sugar Heat skillet to med. Add salmon & water to poach. Drizzle soy sauce & sugar evenly over all fillets. Cover and cook approx. 3-4 minutes per side, depending on ... Continue reading...

Another Light Menu

Since no one came up with ideas for me on light food that kids will eat. I suppose I have to do my homework. Here's some options that I came up with for this week on the lighter, oven-free, side of things. And each week, you can find more recipes at OrgJunkie's MPM carnival**NOTE: they are NOT all gluten-free ... Continue reading...