Cilantro 101

It’s Zippy Tip Tuesday!

Cilantro–it seems that people either love it or hate it.

An herb from the coriander plant, cilantro makes a great addition to salsa, salads, soups (see my Thai Ginger Coconut Chicken Soup), even pizza (such as my Garlicky Thai Chicken Pizza).

Cilantro 101

Phyllo (Fill-o) My Cup Bar

Phyllo My Cup Bar

The other night, we had our friend Michelle over for a VERY important basketball game. Ya see, Indiana University was playing Michigan State, and it was a HUGE match-up, since they are 1 and 2 in the Big 10, respectively. More importantly, my S.O. and I are IU alums, […]

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Salad Xpress

…and Guest Post by Yours Truly!

First of all, I am absolutely deeelighted that I am guest posting over at Addicted to Recipes today. This is my first experience at guest posting and I am just giddy with excitement! Dawn over at Addicted to Recipes, is a great host, and I know you […]

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Fresh Corn and Watermelon Salad

Fresh Corn and Watermelon Salad

For years and years, my dad has always put out the best garden.

As he toils and fusses over every square inch, the end result is a bountiful plot of land, brimming with the best veggies and fruits from the finest Indiana soil. And even with […]

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Mediterranean Green Bean Salad

Mediterranean Green Bean Salad

When I think of green bean salad, I remember the 3-Bean Salad of my youth. The all-American classic could be found on every church potluck table, and folks gobbled it up.

But other than that, I can’t think of many salads where the humble little green […]

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