Month: July 2023

Blueberries, whole Seedless watermelon, cubed White Stilton Cheese with Mango and Ginger, cubed Fresh arugula, stemmed This is really not a recipe. It is simply a composed fruit-and-cheese tray — just perfect for the 4th  of July! Thanks goes to my good friend, Kathy, who prepared this in 2018 for our gathering of several good friends… Continue reading Red-White-and-Blue Salad

2 medium cucumbers 2 cloves fresh garlic , finely minced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 2 green onions, thinly sliced Place cucumbers on a cutting board, flatten them slightly with a rolling pin, then cut into small slices; set aside. Combine in a… Continue reading Asian Cucumber Salad

FOR THE MARINADE: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup freshly-squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest  1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 3 tablespoons freeze-dried basil leaves 1 1/2 tablespoons freeze-dried Italian parsley 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated garlic with parsley 1 teaspoon minced (or dried) onions 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly-ground black pepper  FOR… Continue reading Grilled Steak Kababs