Side Dish

Asian, Side Dish, Vegetables

Cucumber Kimchi

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Cucumber Kimchi is a perfect recipe for summer when the Jersey kirby cucumbers are bumpin. The one hard-to-find ingredient is gochujang aka fermented chile paste. I find it at the Hammonton Shoprite in the Asian food aisle. The brand is called Mother in Law’s Gochujang. There is a wide variety […]

Salads, Side Dish, Vegetables

Mexican Street Corn Salad

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My son recently requested Mexican Street Corn, but eating that in true form off the cob seemed a little too messy for my Type A self. So, we whipped up this Mexican Street Corn Salad. It has all the delightful flavs – lime, chili seasoning, jalapeno, cojito – and you […]

Side Dish, Vegetables

Oven Fries

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A recipe for Oven Fries is a must for any home cook. This recipe works perfectly with russets or yukon golds. Be sure to cut the potatoes right before roasting so that the potatoes do not discolor. (This happens if you cut potatoes too early and don’t soak in water. […]

Side Dish, Vegetarian

Pierogi from Scratch

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Making pierogi is a task that requires a bit of time. It is SOOOOO worth it! They are so superior to what you get in the frozen food aisle at your grocery store. We serve our pierogi with sauteed veggies and kielbasa and sauerkraut. Whatever you do, don’t forget the […]

Pasta, Side Dish

Mac and Cheese

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Mac and Cheese can be made in so many ways. This is my tried and true favorite. It’s not overly cheesy or weighted down. It goes great with just about everything. You can make it ahead and easily reheat before serving. Feel free to change up your cheeses if you […]