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“Laying Down Those Funky Beets”: Beet Salad with Horseradish

May 15, 2013 by Gail Watson

Beet Salad ~AStackofDishes.com“Sometimes when I’m in a restaurant, I’ll order a beet salad just so that when the waiter serves them to me I can say:  Thanks man for laying down those funky beets! …………………….and I don’t even like beets…”

One of the best parts of this past Mother’s Day was to simply just kick back and hang out with my kids. When they were younger I used to refer to them as The Flying Wallendas. This was on account of their non stop acrobatics and general all around goofiness. They bickered and whined about each other during those young years {and occasionally still do}, but the truth is they are a pretty tight bunch. All these years later it warms the cockles of my heart to see the love they have for each other.

They’ve always been a gaggle of comedians. Honestly, the whole family is really. For instance, my Mother just started a blog about her quilting {she’s a legend it these parts and now teaches}. Her tag line is “I’m gonna keep you in stitches!” OK, OK, so I’m the one who bestowed this line upon her- but after a few minutes of knowing her, you would agree that this tag line suits her perfectly.

It was Saturday night, as we lay strewn about on my Mother’s couches watching comedy TV, when a comedian delivered the above joke. Olivia thought it hilarious (me too)- and so here you go my dears- I’m laying upon you my funky beets!

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Fiddlehead Fern and Artichoke Freekah Salad

May 7, 2013 by Gail Watson

 

Freekeh salad with fiddlehead ferns and artichokes~ astackofdishes.comBehold- the latest ancient grain to start popping up on menus- Freekeh. For those who are not in love with the texture of quinoa, you may have found something to get excited about. Freekeh has a similar consistency to wheat berries, but a slightly less chewy texture- and a delicious taste.

Compared to brown rice and quinoa- a half cup serving of Freekeh has slightly less calories, more than twice the fiber (6 grams!)  is high in protein and also offers calcium and iron. It’s also rich in lutein, which is important for eye health, and it falls into the low GI category. The glycemic index is only 43, compared to 83 for rice- making it an excellent grain for moderating blood glucose levels.

I had been hearing a lot about this new grain on the block from some of my dietitian friends, so I was excited to receive a sample from Freekehlicious (who has not compensated me, nor asked for this post).

chopped herbs- a stack of dishes.com

 

The grains have an interesting greenish color, which I found to be very beautiful. They cooked up easily and have great body and texture to them. For those dieting it can offer that nice chewy bite that makes you feel like you’re eating something substantial and tricks your mind into being more satiated. 

Now that we’re finally into Spring, the thought of hearty grains is less appealing, so I made a light and tangy dressing and piled on some herbs to give it a bright taste. [Read more…] about Fiddlehead Fern and Artichoke Freekah Salad

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Chili Crab Salad on Watermelon Carpaccio #Sunday Supper

May 5, 2013 by Gail Watson

crab salad- A Stack of Dishes.com

 

Happy Cinco de Mayo! It’s Mexican Fiesta time- one of my favorite holidays.

As much as I love enchiladas and nachos- after awhile all that cheese, beans and fried corn can be a bit heavy. This is a light crab salad with a nice chili punch so you don’t feel like you’re missing out on any fireworks.

Ole!

Cinco de Mayo Appetizers & Sides {Aperitivos}:

  • Chipotle Roasted Chickpeas from Home Cooking Memories
  • Cinco de Mayo Tuna Pepper Poppers from Shockingly Delicious
  • Elote (Mexican Grilled Corn) from Magnolia Days
  • Esquites or Mexican Corn Salad from Kimchi Mom
  • Grilled Corn on the Cob with Lime-Cayenne Butter from Healthy. Delicious.
  • Guacamole Rice from Foxes Love Lemons
  • Healthy Mexican Ceviche from Mama’s Blissful Bites
  • Loaded Cheesy Nachos from Gotta Get Baked
  • Lobster Guacamole from I Run For Wine
  • Roasted Garlic and Bacon Guacamole from Ruffles & Truffles
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Con Queso from Daily Dish Recipes

Cinco de Mayo Main Dishes {Platos Principales}:

  • Barbacoa Beef from The Urban Mrs.
  • Chicken Enchiladas with Avocado Cream Sauce from Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
  • Chicken Fajita Feta-ccine from Chocolate Moosey
  • Chicken Fajita Salad w/Home made Easy Salsa from Momma’s Meals
  • Chicken Mole Potato Skins from Noshing with the Nolands
  • Corona Beer-Battered Fish Tacos from Pescetarian Journal
  • Duck Carnitas from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
  • Enchiladas with Red Chili Sauce from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
  • Fish Tacos with Lime Salsa from Curious Cuisiniere
  • Japanese Mexican Tacos from Ninja Baking
  • Lightened Up Taco Salad from Kudos Kitchen
  • Mexican Pizza with Chipotle Orange Sauce from Family Foodie
  • Oven Baked Beef, Bean, and Cheese Chimichangas from In The Kitchen With KP
  • Pork Carnitas from From the Bookshelf
  • Red Chile Jam + Tequila Chicken Quesadillas from Vintage Kitchen Notes
  • Roasted Poblano and Corn Lasagna from Juanita’s Cocina
  • Shrimp Soft Tacos with Lime Dressing and Crunchy Vegetables from Crazy Foodie Stunts
  • Slow Cooked Carne Asadas from Peanut Butter and Peppers
  • Soft Shell Tacos from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
  • Spicy Shredded Beef Chimichangas from Supper for a Steal
  • Spicy Steak Fajitas from Cravings of a Lunatic
  • Stuffed Poblano Peppers from Country Girl in the Village
  • Tequila Lime Chicken from No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
  • Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing from The Weekend Gourmet
  • Tofu Tacos from Hip Foodie Mom
  • Yucatan Pollo Pibil and Corn Tortillas from MarocMama

Cinco de Mayo Desserts {Postres}:

  • Dairy-free Flan from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
  • Dark and Spicy Chocolate Pots de Creme from Happy Baking Days
  • Fried Ice Cream for a Crowd from Growing Up Gabel
  • Luxuriously Healthy Chocolate Frosting from What Smells So Good?
  • Mexican Brownies from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
  • Paletas de Tamarindo (Tamarind Popsicles) from La Cocina de Leslie
  • Peanut Mazapanes from Pies and Plots

Cinco de Mayo Drinks {Bebidas}:

  • Fresh & Fruity Sangria from Webicurean
  • Fruity Aguas Frescas from The Foodie Patootie
  • Mango Aqua Fresca With Chia Seeds from Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
  • Margarona from The Messy Baker
  • Tamarindo Drink (Agua de Tamarindo) from Basic N Delicious

Join the #SundaySupper conversation on Twitter today to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! We’ll tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm EST. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag, and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat. Check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest board for more delicious recipes and food photos.

Do you have your ticket to the Food and Wine Conference yet? If not, there will be a $100 discount available on the full conference pass today if you participate in the #SundaySupper twitter chat from 7 to 8pm Eastern Time, and purchase your ticket during the chat. The discount code is: SundaySupper.  *Note the code is only valid during the chat time frame.

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