Tag Archives: Lime

Peach Salsa

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Peaches are in season!  I made this peach salsa from this link and doubled the recipe.  I love the idea of “Home-Ec” and going back to the basics.  I recently met Diane Sanfilippo who wrote the wonderful book “Practical Paleo” and her way of thinking is divine.  ”I just thought about what my great-grandmother would have done and I did it that way.”  Such basic concepts!   There is something to be said about doing something yourself instead of buying it at the store, from canning to making aprons although maybe not for everyone, but that is just me I guess.   It is such a sense of accomplishment to be able to say, “I made this!” This does take a couple of hours if done by yourself, faster with help of course.

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Citrus Herb Roasted Chicken

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Last weekend we picked up our monthly share of two fresh chickens from our CSP, and I saved one from going into the freezer so that I could roast it on the grill while it was fresh.  After kicking around a few ideas, I opted for a simple under-the-skin rub of citrus, herbs, and butter to keep things flavorful and moist.  The best part was that it only took about 10 minutes to prep, and the result was fantastic!

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Salsa Verde Fresca

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Fresh salsa is by far my favorite condiment…I love to have it with a huge variety of other foods, or simply all by itself.  And as much as I usually find myself eating red salsas with lots of tomatoes and onions in them, it is refreshing to change things up with a tangy green salsa like this one.

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Chicken Fajitas

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Tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo – so what better recipe to post today than one inspired by the great flavors of Mexican and Southwest cuisine.  While purists may complain that fajita traditionally refers to a specific cut of beef, no one can argue that the word today has been broadened to include any number of meats seasoned, grilled, and mixed with sautéed bell peppers and onions and served with a healthy helping of guacamole.

This recipe needs to marinate overnight, so you’ll want to run out and get the ingredients today so that you can have these ready to serve at your fiesta tomorrow!

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Guacamole Coleslaw

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Some of my favorite side dishes are guacamole (who needs chips?  Just eat it with a spoon!) and creamy coleslaw.  So the idea of combining the two together didn’t seem like too much of a stretch to me.  The lime in the guacamole gives the acidity and “bite” in place of vinegar, and the avocado provides the creaminess.

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Margarita Pork Chops

This recipe is packed with flavor and requires very little prep work before starting it on the grill.  The trick is using highly acidic lime juice for a short marinade, followed by basting the meat regularly while cooking at a slightly lower temperature to continue adding flavor.  While you’ve got the grill heated up, you can also cook some seasonal veggies along side and baste them at the same time for a unique combination.

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Tropical Lime Chile Brined Pork Chops

With summer in full swing, backyard cookouts and parties are often based on beach and tropical themes.  In that spirit, here is a pork chop recipe for grilling that is infused with the tropical flavors of pineapple, mango, and lime.  Add some freshly ground ancho chile powder for just a touch of heat, and some assorted other flavors, let them brine for half the day, and you’ve got the perfect main dish for a pool-side cabana party!

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