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Lemony Farro and Lentil Salad
The picture is too brown, so it may not look appetizing, but this salad was highly recommended by fans of the grains. I think it is best served in the summer. If you…
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Easy Fresh Corn Salsa with Black Beans
When it becomes summer, I am always happy just seeing the corn arranged at the front of the grocery store. Previously, I used to use corn when making rice, however recently when I…
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Hawaiian BBQ Burgers with Coconut Caramelized Pineapple
The other day I saw something interesting in my daughter’s book. There was a factoid that said that “The average American eats enough hamburger meat in a lifetime to equal the weight of…
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Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad
When I tried this for the first time, I thought “Can you really make something so good from such simple ingredients?” I was fairly surprised. Also, I was told that shrimp and avocado go…
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Roasted Tomato Basil and Feta Orzo
Try this one if you can’t think of what to make for dinner in the summer! This refreshing dish combines the sweet-and-sour flavor of grilled tomatoes, the invigorating taste of basil, and the slightly…
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Blueberry “Buckle” Crumb Cake
When I made this cake, the following conversation ensued between my husband and myself: Husband: Ah, coffee cake. Me: This isn't coffee cake, it's crumble cake. Husband: No, it's called "coffee cake." Me:…
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The Ritz-Carlton’s Blueberry Muffins
I bought some blueberries hoping to make blueberry scones, but they end up going into muffins. However, I think they came out well. Occasionally, we have some maple sugar in the house, and…
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Vietnamese-Style Shrimp Noodle Bowls
When you start to see signs saying “Chilled Chinese noodles now available” while walking around town in Japan, it makes you think, “Ah, summer has arrived.” However, you won’t hear this in America,…
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Vegan Raspberry Almond Cake Bars
I made this because it included raspberries and almonds, so I thought I would like it. However, I was a little disappointed with the end result. I was hoping it would turn out…
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Strawberry Rhubarb Vegan Cake with Almonds
If you like rhubarb, please try this cake. It’s good for summer and it reminds me of my childhood. The baker who created this recipe said ‘It is just like Grandma used to…
