Monthly Archives: August 2015

What’s for Dinner Sunday Linky party- # 7

Posted on August 30, 2015 by HelenFern

It’s Monday afternoon and you hear – “What’s for Dinner?” Well here is a place for ideas! So stop on over to get some ideas and then share your own recipes with others – All meal related, family-friendly posts are … Continue reading →

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Bacon and Eggs Benedict

Posted on August 29, 2015 by HelenFern

We love eggs Benedict at our house and we’re always trying to find new ways to serve it.  One lazy weekend we decided to just put some together with what we had in the refrigerator – and what goes better … Continue reading →

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Crispy Jalapeno Bites

Posted on August 25, 2015 by HelenFern

Looking for an appetizer that’s a little different?  Try these little bites of spicy jalapeno peppers.  I have a bunch on my bush and didn’t know what to do with them all, so I experimented and this is what I … Continue reading →

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Sumac Lamb and Minted Peas

Posted on August 23, 2015 by HelenFern

As we close international week here at the Lazy Gastronome, out last recipe utilizes a spice made from grinding the flowers of the sumac plant and is commonly used in Middle Eastern cooking.  It has a salty, tart flavor that is … Continue reading →

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What’s for Dinner Sunday- no. 6

Posted on August 23, 2015 by HelenFern

You’ve heard it – “What’s for Dinner?” And often times our inner self answers, “heck if I know?” – Well here is a place for ideas! So stop on over to get some ideas and then share your own recipes … Continue reading →

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Thai Chicken and Noodles with Peanut Sauce

Posted on August 21, 2015 by HelenFern

As international week continues, Thai Chicken and Noodles with Peanut Sauce is on today’s menu.  Spicy and nutty and full of savory flavor!

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Shredded Cuban Beef Dinner

Posted on August 18, 2015 by HelenFern

Sunday we went to Ethiopia.  Today we’re off to Cuba!  Below are recipes for Vaca Frita, moros y cristianos, and tostones – translation?  Cuban shredded beef, black rice (rice and black beans) and fried green plantains – Really delicious meal! … Continue reading →

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Ethiopian Inspired Pork & Vegetables with What’s For Dinner Sunday Linky!

Posted on August 16, 2015 by HelenFern

This week I decided to try some ideas inspired by different parts of the world.  My husband and I love to try food from different cultures and have discovered some great flavors.  I’ll be posting recipes inspired by Cuba, the … Continue reading →

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No Bake Peach Cheesecake

Posted on August 13, 2015 by HelenFern

Peaches – Peaches – Who’s got some peaches?  I do!  And lots – So here is another idea to use some of them in a new way!  Peach Cheesecake –   Here’s how you do it… 

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Grilled Peaches

Posted on August 11, 2015 by HelenFern

Summer and peaches go together like peanut butter and jelly!  And it’s peach season!  There are so many of these delectable beauties around, I decided I’d post a couple of peach recipes this week.  Here is the first! Grilled Peaches … Continue reading →

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