A Quiet Simple Life
Sallie Schaaf Borrink
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I found this recipe for corn and black bean salad on one of those clear produce bags at the store. I strongly dislike cilantro, but we like everything else so I decided to give it a try (minus the cilantro). It was very good. It wasn’t what I expected, but David and both liked it …
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My mom gave me a subscription to Taste of Home’s Cooking for 2 magazine. I’ve received three issues and they really do have a lot of great recipes. I tried this recipe for Mandarin Chicken Coleslaw a couple of weeks ago because it sounded like something David would especially like. And he did. I added …
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I found this recipe online while searching for a salmon recipe for grilling that used fresh rosemary. Rosemary is a favorite ingredient of mine and I have some in my garden I was looking forward to using for the first time this year. This recipe for grilled salmon with rosemary really exceeded my expectations. It …
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My mom shared this recipe for grilled pork tenderloin rub and I made it for the first time this evening. YUM. So easy and great for these warm summer months. Be sure to put this in a sealed bag when you put it in the refrigerator because it will give off juices as the rub …
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My mom made these smoked turkey rollups with cucumber and cream cheese for us a few times. I finally asked for the recipe so I could make them at home. They are very easy and good for days that need something simple but tasty! I buy the tortillas that are low carb and have lots …
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I found this recipe for 5-minute southwest layered salad in the Spring 2006 Food & Family magazine that Kraft sends me. I don’t usually find recipes in their publication because they require too many prepackaged, processed foods. However, this one sounded good and it is! It is also very quick to put together. We’ve had …
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My mom has made Sarah’s Salad for many years and it is always so good! She made it for us last weekend when we visited. I finally asked for the recipe so I could make it at home, too. Sarah’s Salad with Swiss Cheese, Peas and Bacon Ingredients 2 cups each of lettuce, romaine, and …
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I am starting to think the cool weather is never coming! It is 87 degrees right now which is amazingly warm for Michigan in September. I thought I would share a great recipe for folks who are still “enjoying” the warm weather. This chicken salad with pecans and green onions is a fabulous combination of …
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Key lime pie is a wonderful light dessert for summer. You must use Key Limes for this and not regular limes. Key Limes are tiny little limes that usually come in a bag. Their flavor is wonderful. (Don’t miss the handy tip a reader shared in the comments!) Key Lime Pie Ingredients 4 large or …
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I have always liked potato salad in a variety of forms. This might have been the first time I’ve had one that is a combination of red potatoes and cider vinegar. My mom made this red bliss potato salad for us on a recent visit. It is tangy and delicious! We’ve made it many times …
