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Grilled Watermelon Salad

August 5, 2022 by liz

There is actually something more delicious than cold, ripe watermelon in the heat of summer, and it’s grilled watermelon! Chef Robert Perez of The Black Sheep in Santa Barbara sears watermelon, caramelizing it for this summer salad. And it’s more delicious.

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Independence-Kale-Burger - Liz Dodder photography

Yummy Kale Burger Recipe + Healthy Summer Grilling

July 8, 2021 by liz

Summer on the Central Coast means grilling in your own backyard! If you’re keeping it healthy, here are 2 main dishes for the grill that keep it lighter. So invite some friends over, fire up the grill and chill some drinks…it’s going to be a great weekend! First up, burgers. I love burgers, but eating …

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Bacon - Liz Dodder photography

Put Some Bacon On It: Backyard BBQ Bacon Recipes

July 7, 2021 by liz

What’s the one ingredient that can make every one of your backyard BBQ dishes shine? That will kick up the flavors and make everyone come back for more?? Bacon, that’s what. 1. Figs wrapped in bacon with balsamic glaze. For an amazing starter, take some fresh figs and wrap them with bacon. Bake in the oven …

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Late Summer Fruit Tart - Toki Lee photography

Late Summer Fruit Tart with Yogurt & Nuts

June 1, 2021 by liz

I know the first the day of Autumn has officially come and gone, but the weather around here hasn’t gotten the message. It’s still unseasonably hot and sticky, and the garden is still producing summer vegetables like crazy. I’ve been craving a fresh and simple breakfast lately, and dreaming of fruit tarts. Berries have one …

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Fishin’ in the Garden: Marinated Swordfish with Avocado Butter Recipe

April 5, 2021 by liz

I had just spent some time in Spain, Basque country to be exact, where I’d eaten so much amazing seafood. Octopus charcoal-grilled or swimming in fragrant broth, fish caught that day then wood-oven fired with wine and garlic and zesty, salty sardines to start every meal. When I returned, I decided to make this Grilled …

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Frozen Avocado Mocha Bliss

Creamy Healthy Smoothies Perfect for Summer

June 8, 2019 by liz

I love healthy smoothies. I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but I’ve been obsessed with mixing up green concoctions for fruit smoothies and margaritas! But, creamy, green smoothies are one of the best ways to drink your greens. They are my favorite thing to drink on a warm summer morning, and also just after a run. …

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Fruity White Wine Spritzers

Summer Cocktail Recipes, Pitcher Drinks & Cool Sips

June 5, 2019 by liz

You may remember from previous posts that I love a little herb in my desserts – well, I also love a little herb in my drinks. Especially basil. And cilantro. And rosemary…ok I love them all. Give me a fennel-infused bloody mary with a touch of cilantro plus all the fixins and I’m a happy …

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Easy Recipe: German Chocolate Cake Sundaes for Dad

May 1, 2019 by liz

My dad’s favorite cake has always been German chocolate cake. Early in this cake’s life, that meant using Samuel German’s baking chocolate to make a light-bodied chocolate layer cake, then adding coconut, caramel and pecan icing or glaze in between the layers and on top. You can see why he liked it so much! When …

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Cooking Light Recipe Makeover: Low Fat Piña Colada

Cooking Light Recipe Makeover: Low Fat Piña Colada

June 12, 2018 by liz

Written by Liz – The June issue of Cooking Light features a recipe makeover for that refreshing summertime treat: Low Fat Piña Coladas, shown above (photos by Randy Mayor, recipe and content by Cooking Light). They use Carnation evaporated milk to help lower fat but keep the creamy flavor: “You’ll like our way of losing …

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