Tag: summerfood
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Blackberry Crumble Bars
There’s something about a dessert bar that just gets me every time. It’s one of those desserts that are easy to make and versatile enough to never have to have the same one twice. I believe that the key to making a successful baked good is nailing down a baseline recipe and tweaking it each…
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Mexican Corn Salad
This just might be my new favorite summer side dish. It has everything I look for in a dish: flavor, texture, and sustenance. Every component of this salad punches its way through to give you the most delicious bite. It is the perfect accompaniment to any lunch, dinner, or even just as good just on…
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Pistachio Lime Gremolata
As the weather heats up and summer fully establishes itself, I expect most people’s grills will be seeing a lot more action. Whether it be a sunny, Saturday BBQ or a quick, weeknight steak dinner, there is sure to be a fair amount of grilling going on. As I can respect the simplicity and integrity…
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Lobster Cakes
I have been dreaming of Maine lately. It is a place that is near and dear to my heart, a place synonymous with so many amazing memories for me. By default, I cannot think about Maine without craving lobster. I don’t think there’s a person out there that would argue that Maine and lobster don’t…
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Shredded Beef
This is the best ever shredded beef recipe. It is perfect to add to nachos, tacos, burritos, empanada fillings, and more! It’s a one pot dish that is so easy to make and packs a punch full of flavor!
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Grilled Vegetable Panzanella
Tis the season for vibrant, fresh vegetables. Zucchini and squash grow rampant throughout gardens all over. This grilled vegetable panzanella is a delicious way to use up some of the fresh produce made readily available during the summer. A panzanella is a Tuscan salad typically consisting of tomatoes, onions, and bread. This version adds grilled…
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Tomato Salad with Burrata, Pesto Vinaigrette & Ciabatta Croutons
Sweet, juicy tomatoes are paired perfectly with creamy burrata, bright pesto vinaigrette and crispy, buttery ciabatta croutons. This is the perfect summer side dish and takes less than 10 minutes to make! This pesto vinaigrette is unreal, and it couldn’t be any simpler to make. I used a good quality store-bought pesto, some lemon juice,…
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Gorgonzola & Pea Risotto
It’s no secret that I am a huge risotto fan. I love its flexibility, adaptability and creamy, comforting texture. I also love strong, funky cheeses and that’s why this specific risotto recipe may be my new favorite! The process of making this is very similar to that of my Truffle Mushroom Risotto https://nikoleskitchen.com/2021/01/27/truffle-mushroom-risotto/ . The…
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Curried Couscous with Dried Cherries
There’s something about couscous that makes it the perfect base for sides and salads. The fluffy couscous granules cling to any ingredients added to it, creating a homogeneous, satisfying dish. It can be used with any type of flavor profiles or cuisine styles. On top of couscous’s unparalleled versatility it is insanely quick to cook.…
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Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi
One of my favorite pasta dishes has to be shrimp scampi. I love the lemon, garlic and shrimp combination. This spaghetti squash shrimp scampi is a delicious, lightened up version of that classic dish. Once the spaghetti squash has been cooked the whole meal comes together very quickly. The buttery, lemony sauce with the shrimp…