Category Archives: Side Dishes

Simple Black Beans and Rice

1 Onion, diced (white or sweet)2 Celery stalks, diced3 Garlic cloves, minced1 Cup Mixed Rice1 quart canned tomatoes (I used Romas from the garden, you can used any brand though)1 can black beans, drained1.5 cups “liquid” (I used the canning … Continue reading

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Grilled Smashed Potatoes

This is another Bobby Flay recipe.  The original is here. 2 Tbsp Ground Cumin 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 Tbsp White Wine Vinegar Salt Pepper Potatoes (about 1/2 of a bag) Canola Oil Toast the cumin in a … Continue reading

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Grilled Carrots

3-4 Carrots Olive Oil Sea Salt Pepper (freshly ground) Peal the carrots, cut off the stems and tips, then cut them length wise.  Then chop, down the length of the carrots, into approx thirds. Place the carrot segments into a … Continue reading

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Roasted Potatoes and Veggies

Ingredients 4 Yukon Gold Potatoes 1 Sweet Potato 2 Bell Peppers 1/2 Red Onion – Large 1 tsp Rosemary (dried) 1 tsp Thyme (dried) 3-5 cloves Garlic 1/4 cup Olive Oil 2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Coarse Salt Pepper (coarse ground) … Continue reading

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