This Whole Grilled Snapper with Mint Chimichurri is a delicious way to eat this versatile fish! Grilling the fish whole keeps it tender and full of flavor. The mint chimichurri is a vibrant sauce that pairs perfectly with this fish. Whole Grilled Fish I’ll admit it. Grilling a whole fish has always intimidated me. Finding a good quality fish, having it gutted and scaled, figuringRead more ->
These Honey Glazed Carrots with Feta and Mint pack major flavor. Cooked carrots are tossed in a sauce made with honey and vinegar and topped with feta cheese and fresh mint. Honey Glazed Carrots Carrots are one of those vegetables that I have on hand at all times. Whether it’s carrot sticks, whole carrots, or baby carrots, I’m always nibbling on or cooking them upRead more ->
A cocktail with an Indian twist. These delicious Mumbai Martinis include classic Indian flavors such as ginger, cumin seeds, and serrano chiles. Refreshing and bright! These delicious Mumbai Martinis were featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir. Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends! Find me on Instagram, Facebook,Read more ->
This Green Gazpacho is the ultimate summer soup! Tomatillos, cucumber, green pepper, and tender herbs are blended together in this delicious chilled soup. What is Gazpacho? Gazpacho is a Spanish chilled soup comprised of blended raw vegetables. Wait, wait. Come back! I promise this is a good one. You stick around, ya hear? Gazpacho is one of those recipes that seems to slip my mind,Read more ->
July is National Ice Cream Month! Celebrate this tasty food holiday with one of the recipes in this roundup. Whether it’s fruity, chocolatey, dairy free, boozy, or healthy, there’s something for everyone! I Scream, You Scream! July is National Ice Cream Month! And, making it even sweeter, Sunday, July 19th, 2020 is National Ice Cream Day! Two fantastic reasons to grab a cool creamy treatRead more ->
This delicious Feeling Fresh Mocktail includes the bright flavors of freshly squeezed blood orange juice and mint. Feel free to add vodka or gin if you want an extra kick! Mocktails For All If you’re anything like me, your daily water intake is a top priority. Staying hydrated is critical (for many reasons, of course), and something I’m dedicated to. But. I’ll be the firstRead more ->
These Chicken Burgers with Mint Chimichurri are packed with flavor! Plenty of fresh herbs and creamy feta cheese keep these burgers moist. Burger Season When the temperatures turn balmy, the trees begin to green, and the windows are constantly open…it’s time to grill. May brings a lot of excitement in our house: plenty of birthdays, anniversaries, annual celebrations, and of course – Memorial Day Weekend!Read more ->
This thirst quenching Cucumber Mint Cooler uses cucumber vodka, fresh mint syrup, and tart lime juice. Super refreshing and light! Oh HAAAAAAAAAY! It’s Thursday #THIRSTday, and I’m excited about it. Aren’t you? Weekdays in the summer are a particular drag. In Minnesota, nice days are numbered. Any day that the sun is shining, it’s over 60 degrees, and I can wear shorts, is a goodRead more ->
This Greek Orzo Salad with Lemony Dill Yogurt Sauce is your go-to pasta salad of the summer! Sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh cucumber and dill, creamy feta cheese, and briny kalamata olives and pepperocini. This pasta salad feeds a crowd – make a big batch for your next picnic, potluck, or BBQ! Dig in! Ah, pasta salad. How I love thee. It’s one of those thingsRead more ->
This Melon Mint Granita is a refreshing boozy treat! Ripe cantaloupe is mixed with fresh mint, making one cool delicious cocktail. It’s the perfect drink recipe using seasonal ingredients. Make a big batch for your next BBQ, get together, or pool party – they’ll be a hit! Happy #THIRSTday! It’s JUNE. Summer is finally here and I couldn’t be more stoked. Longer days, cabin weekends,Read more ->