BLACKENED CRAPPIE WITH ANDOUILLE, BEANS AND RICE This family-style Blackened Crappie recipe was proudly created with the help of my nephew, Michael! He caught the crappies featured in this dish at his favorite Minnesota lake with his dad (my brother). Michael, who was 10 years old at the time of this writing, LOVES fishing and I’m happy to support his…
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Baked Whitefish with Lemon and Basil This Baked Whitefish with Lemon and Basil is one of my favorite “No-Recipe Recipes”! It really doesn’t even require steps or instructions… Just some guidelines for anyone who wants to try something new. This fresh, light dish so quick and easy to make, and it only has a few simple ingredients (which can also…
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Recipe coming soon!
Lemon Basil Verde Sauce is bursting with bright, basil flavor and color, and can be enjoyed in lots of different ways! This is a quick and easy verde sauce to make – there are only 4 – 5 ingredients. It’s wonderful as-is, but depending on your preferences and how you’ll be serving it, simply seasoning it with salt, pepper and/or…
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This rustic, flavorful New Years Soup is one way to eat healthier (whether resolutions are part of your New Year or not)! Make this big batch recipe to share with family and friends, or freeze to enjoy later. A new New Years Soup Tradition There are many stories suggesting the origins and beliefs surrounding New Years Soup and eating beans…
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This Fresh Greens & Fruit Smoothie is lightly sweet and delicious with just the right balance of fresh greens and tart, naturally sweet fruit. It’s filled with good-for-you ingredients and fresh, vibrant flavors to get your day off to a great start! BONUS: Green Fruit Vinaigrette and salad recipe also included below! These recipes were produced in partnership with REVOL…
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Thanksgiving Leftovers are something people either really like, or really dislike. Whether you look forward to them (like I do), or you can take ’em or leave ’em, it’s always good to find new ways to re-enjoy leftovers. Maybe you crave more comfort food after Thanksgiving. Or, maybe you prefer something lighter, fresher, and with an entirely different flavor profile….
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I had the pleasure of creating some non-traditional recipes for the November 2020 Issue of Lake Minnetonka Magazine (pages 32 – 37), and couldn’t have enjoyed it more! Those recipes – along with several local resources – are linked below, and I’ve included lots of tips and notes learned along the way. Please wander around! I hope you enjoy this…
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Mediterranean White Bean Chili with Lamb is made with a collection fresh vegetables and vibrant flavors that are perfect for any time of year. While this Mediterranean Chili might not make the cut for traditional or regional definitions of chili, it’s a hearty (but not heavy) version that we love! This recipe was originally published October 2020. Updated January 2024….
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Homemade Tzatziki Sauce is simple, clean and delicious, and it’s so easy to make! Try it with our favorite Mediterranean Chili recipe, or grilled chicken and lamb. It’s also wonderful with fresh, roasted, and grilled vegetables. Or, just grab some warm pita bread or crunchy pita chips and snack away! Simple, clean and delicious… This Homemade Tzatziki is so easy to make!…
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I’m excited to share these whimsical Chewy Fruit Filled Sugar Cookies with you in partnership with @annieshomegrown , @thefeedfeed, and @wedge_linden_hills_Coop! #MoreYum #annieshomegrown #feedfeed The recipe pairs several delicious varieties of Annie’s Organic Fruit Snacks and my favorite recipe for cut-out sugar cookies. Use any sugar cookie recipe you want! Lightly sweet sugar cookies are really good with the natural flavors…
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The vibrant and diverse Twin Cities restaurant scene has seen some pretty significant changes over the last several weeks – as have restaurants, purveyors, and artisans all over the world. Many of us are happy to do what we can to help support them, and if every good thought was worth a dollar, we’d surely be able to keep them…
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Tater Tot Hot Dish… But make it a SOUP! Originally posted April 2020; updated September 2021. Tater Tot Dish Soup is a delicious variation on the Midwestern Classic, Tater Tot Hot Dish. As cliché as it sounds, sharing food and recipes brings me joy. My favorite recipes are old ones with “vintage” ingredients… recipes shared at family gatherings and passed…
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