http://capesanblascookbook.com Thu, 05 Aug 2010 02:29:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I took the classic home chili recipe of 1 lb. hamburg + 1 can of tomatoes +1 can of kidney beans and kicked it up several notches to take this simple dish to a whole new level. 1 1/2 lbs sirloin steaks 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 (28 ounce) can Rotel ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/11/02/steak-and-pinto-chili-2/   I'm trying to eat more greens especially while they're at their peak during the summer, but I wanted more than just greens.  I decided soup was the answer, put together some of my favorite foods and flavors, and the results were exactly what I was craving. I like spicy food ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/08/11/sausage-and-kale-soup/ My friend Barbara sent me this great summer recipe just full of fresh fruit flavors, with just the right amount of jalapeno kick to make it an instant make-again favorite.  Try washing it down with White Sangria from the Columbia restaurant! Fruit Salsa: 2 T. apple jelly 2 T. light brown sugar 1 cup orange ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/07/08/barbaras-fruit-salsa-wcinnamon-tortilla-chips/ This sounds way too simple to have such an amazingly complex flavor - served it the other night as part of a casual assortment of appetizers while entertaining friends and this was a huge hit. Perfect summer side to keep on hand in the fridge. 6 sweet peppers - I used ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/06/21/greek-pepper-salad/ This is my adaptation of a recipe I found on a Greek foods site, Krinos.com which I have cooked several times now; it's a wonderful way to savor fresh Gulf shrimp and tomatoes. I'm also enjoying finding recipes where I can use the fresh herbs from my garden I planted several ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/05/03/greek-shrimp-with-tomatoes-feta/   I saw some beautifully fresh, ready to cook collard greens at the Salt Air Farmers Market on Saturday and they are perfect for this soup, my version of another classic recipe from one of my favorite restaurants, the Columbia Restaurant. I hope the farmers market survives as Port St. Joe ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/04/21/collard-grees-soup/ Throw away all of your other pasta salad recipes; this one can’t be beat. Found it on recipezaar and it’s fantastic. 2 (6-ounce) cans tuna, drained 10 oz. small shell macaroni 1 C frozen peas ½ C chopped sweet onions ¾ C chopped celery 3 T sweet pickle relish 3 medium dill pickles, chopped (optional) 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 1/2 C ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/04/19/ultimate-pasta-salad/ Jill had us over for a Girl's Night In on Friday and Barbara brought her version of classic artichoke dip, which she kicks up several notches by adding jalapenos, pimentos and sharp cheddar cheese. Yum!  1 14-oz. can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 1 jar pimentos, 4 oz. drained 6-12 jalapeño slices, chopped,  (adjust to ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/02/24/barbaras-kicked-up-hot-artichoke-dip/ I needed a dessert to take to this month's Ladies' Luncheon and wanted to do something different. Not having much of a sweet tooth, I decided to make something combining my two favorite "sweet" flavors: dark chocolate and mint. (I used to count the days until the Girl Scout Cookie ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/02/12/dark-chocolate-mint-brownies-wwhite-chocolate-glaze/ Julia and her mom, Barbara, are two of my favorite cooks and they both send me terrific recipes. Julia's made this salad for me several times and it's wonderful; fresh and light with just a hint of mint. BONUS: Grab some extra fresh mint while you're picking up the ingredients and treat yourself to ... http://capesanblascookbook.com/2008/02/05/julia-and-barbaras-lebanese-salad/