Chris' Recipes

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Blackened Mahi Mahi Salad with Black bean & Corn Salsa

Bill’s been asking me to prepare more fish!  We picked up some Mahi Mahi at Costco in the frozen department and though it was a bit spendy, I was thrilled with its quality!  I have eaten blackened Mahi salad out at a restaurant some time ago and was inspired to create this dish based on […]

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Orzo Lemon, Spinach, Tomato & Feta Salad

The other day I was trying to decide what to bring to share to our “Winer’s” night get together.  I had a lot of nice larger sized grape tomatoes on hand, as well as some spinach and feta, so I decided to prepare this salad to bring along that evening.  This recipe was inspired by […]

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Spinach & Strawberry Salad with Rose’ Dressing

As you may know, I prepare dishes typically with based with what ingredients that I have on hand in my fridge and/or pantry.  Although I’ve posted a strawberry and spinach salad recipe in the past, I thought I would share this version because you’ll see how easy it is to change things up in an […]

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Wild Rice Turkey & Cashew Cold Salad

Prior to Thanksgiving dinner, I asked my kids for any “special requests”…. This is my 18 year old son Andrew’s favorite!  I prepared it especially for him, but made plenty for all of us and was able to share an extra bowl with Bill’s sisters family for their dinner.  I typically place the salad in […]

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Golden & Red Beet Salad with Mozarella, Basil & Candied Nuts!

Golden beets are not as easy to come by as the red ones, but add a bright, zesty yellow color when served roasted and/or in salads.  They are a bit less sweet than the red beets, but also have a more mellow, less earthy flavor all around chkdsk. Red beets are the variety most of […]

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