Celebrating this spring’s irises from my yard and neighborhood. A closeup of pale yellow and purple blooms.… Read more
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Use some of your farmer’s market strawberries for this delicious strawberry spinach salad with balsamic vinaigrette. You’ll be glad that you did. Strawberries and balsamic vinegar complement each other perfectly in this salad. The sweet and salty walnuts add a touch of crunch and richness to balance the tart vinaigrette.… Read more
It’s the weekend!
This weekend we’ll be celebrating my mother-in-law’s birthday on Martha’s Vineyard. I’m looking forward to long summer days, ocean breezes and birthday celebrations.
I hope that you have a wonderful first weekend of summer.… Read more
Balsamic Vinaigrette
Balsamic vinaigrette is one of the salad dressings that I always have on hand. It is terrific on many types of green salads and it is delicious blended with grain and vegetable salads. Its robust flavor complements many vegetables and fruits, making it a versatile dressing with many uses.… Read more
Dijon Vinaigrette
I am a huge fan of Dijon vinaigrette. It is one of two vinaigrettes that I almost always have on hand, so that I can pull together a salad at a moment’s notice. Its tangy, spicy flavor pairs perfectly with citrus and with spicy greens, such as arugula and watercress. … Read more