Corn with Smoked Paprika, Chili and Lime
Sweet Corn with Smoked Paprika, Lime, and Butter
This simple side can be prepared in minutes. Even though it takes little effort, the corn has big flavor.
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Sweet Corn with Smoked Paprika, Lime, and Butter
Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012Mango Jicama Sticks
Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Mango Jicama Sticks
Mango Jicama Sticks
Adapted from The Splendid Table’s How to Eat Weekends by Lynne Rossetto Kasper and Sally Swift
This is a refreshing appetizer, snack, or even side dish and great for picnics and BBQs. The jicama is a hearty, crunchy vegetable, so it holds up well in the dressing. The lime juice helps to keep it from turning brown. Making this dish a bit ahead of time allows the jicama and mango to absorb the flavoring.
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Basil Gimlet with Tarragon Garnish
Friday, April 8th, 2011
Basil Gimlet with Tarragon Garnish
Basil Gimlet with Tarragon Garnish
Here’s a nice and refreshing spring or summer cocktail. The Gimlet is updated to include the scent and taste of fresh basil. This beverage is great on a warm afternoon or evening. If you would like the drink virgin, replace the gin with sparkling water for a bubbly, limeade beverage.
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Chile Lime Popcorn
Thursday, April 7th, 2011
Chile Lime Popcorn
Chile Lime Popcorn
Chile-Lime Popcorn offers a tangy, spicy, salty treat for a unique twist on buttered popcorn. This flavor is similar to salt and vinegar, but with a touch of spice from the chile powder and the lime acts like the vinegar (since it’s an acid). Best of all, you can do this in the microwave.
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Pico de Gallo
Thursday, August 5th, 2010
Pico de Gallo
Pico de Gallo is one of my favorite salsas. It’s bright in both flavor and color. It’s great for chips, nachos, and of course as a garnish on tacos. It would also be great as a garnish for a grilled hearty white fish. Don’t bother with the premade found at the supermarket, which often uses flavorless tomatoes. It’s easy to make your own and get that fresh summer taste.
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