June 3 - 9, 2012

Shrimp with a Mexican flair, a wonderful blend of seasonings enhance succulent broiled or grilled shrimp served on a bed of rice with a homemade orange avocado salsa.

Baking is a method that is not often considered for preparing rice, but when you are using the oven to prepare dishes to accompany rice, why not bake the rice in the oven as well? This method produces excellent results.

Rich in flavor, this small stuffed dumpling can be served as an appetizer or a main dish accompanied with a favorite dipping sauce.

The coconut provides a wonderful sweetness to this pie that will be enjoyed by anyone that loves coconut.

The ordinary ground beef hamburger is made even better with the addition of ground pork sausage in this terrific grilled burger recipe. The combination of meats gives the burger a distinctive flavor.

Crispy and flavorful, fried onion rings make a great appetizer or a late evening snack.

You won't have to worry that this salad doesn't keep very well when refrigerated since it will be all gone. The cabbage and green onions dressed with an Asian vinaigrette is perfect for a light supper. Add some chicken to make it a meal.

This fudgy chewy brownie is the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor with warm cinnamon spice.

Inspired by the cuisine of Italy, this Italian meatloaf is a wonderful change of pace from the usual ground beef varieties.

Baked potatoes are so simple, yet perfect for any meal. Throw them in the oven and then top the potatoes with your favorite toppings when they are done. Not to mention budget friendly, too.

I don't do much with peas but the seasonings and the garlic are a great flavor enhancer to the frozen peas. Here's a green vegetable that will brighten up your plate and your palate.

A subtly sweet and spicy dressing adds great flavor to this grilled chicken breast salad. Serve this tasty salad as a light evening meal that your whole family will enjoy.

Invigorating, vividly flavored fruit drink that can be easily doubled or tripled and served as a punch for large gatherings.

A great weeknight casserole that can be made up the day before and baked the next night. The mixture of wild rice, ground beef and the many seasonings gives this casserole terrific flavor.

Quick, easy, and tasty.

A refreshing salad that looks as pleasing as it tastes.

A twist on an old favorite. The sweet strawberries combined with cupcake always is a hit.

French bread stuffed with sausage, onions, mushrooms, garlic, red or green peppers in tomato sauce, herbs and cheese. A side salad goes well with this.

This salad has all the right ingredients, from crisp lettuce, to salty bacon, to crunchy almonds, with an light dressing. Dress it right before you are ready to serve to keep the textures.

This golden colored punch is easy to make, making it perfect to serve at large gatherings or any of your special celebrations.

Plan ahead for this recipe so the chicken can marinate overnight for better flavor. Then just throw them on the grill the next day for a weeknight meal. The chicken is both sweet and sour.

A rich cheese-based sauce adds much to this pasta dish that is easy to prepare and so enjoyable to eat.

Who would have thought that just 3 ingredients could be so delicious? And all you have to do is through them together an put it in the oven. This will be your new go to vegetable since the broccoli is so simple.

This fruit salad is full of summer fruits. The sauce not only helps to keep the fruit from browning, but tastes delicious. Use any assortment of fruits you prefer.

A delicious pie using Spring's bounty of rhubarb. If you enjoy the flavor of rhubarb custard, try our Rhubarb Custard Upside-Down Cake or for a superb dessert, try our Rhubarb Custard Crisp. Search our site and you will find many delicious Rhubarb recipes.