Category Archives: Lunches

Spring Salad

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Jackie Mack

Spring has sprung! I have enjoyed long walk with my pal Oreo in mid 50s weather. I am also enjoying fresh greens, fruit and herbs in my salads. I put this one together for lunch yesterday and it was pretty … Continue reading →

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Chicken Fajita Salad

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Jackie Mack

This entree is a a quick delicious meal on a night when you have a few minutes to cook dinner. The key is to have leftover roasted chicken. If you have 1/2 of a roasted chicken you should be in … Continue reading →

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Huevos Rancheros for One

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Jackie Mack

With Cinco De Mayo around the corner we’re all thinking what kind of new dish can we concoct for the occasion? How about a breakfast dish? This is a colorful, fresh and hearty breakfast that will start your day with … Continue reading →

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Savory Stuffed Mushrooms

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Jackie Mack

This recipe has been in my files for years. A version of it came from a neighbor friend and was a big hit in my book. But it got lost in the files and retrieved last weekend when we had … Continue reading →

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Chicken Soup

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Jackie Mack

Chicken soup is a good for the soul and the whole body. Check out this article by Dr. Mercola and you’ll be making chicken soup every week. Just one benefit is that it contains calcium and magnesium for strong healthy bones. … Continue reading →

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Oil and Vinegar Dressing on a Green Salad

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Jackie Mack

I’m not sure when I stopped buying pre-made salad dressing but it was a while ago…one year, maybe two? I would always read the labels and undoubtedly there were in ingredients in them that were less than stellar – canola … Continue reading →

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Roasted Asparagus, Red Pepper and Quinoa Salad

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Jackie Mack

Spring and asparagus are here again and a light roasting of asparagus with red pepper really brings out the flavor of the vegetables. I topped the salad with avocado for a richer flavor and served it on a bed of … Continue reading →

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Broccoli Mozzarella Arugula Omelette

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Jackie Mack

Creating new breakfast options can be a challenge. I happened to have arugula in stock and decided it would go well in an omelette. I tried the arugula and added broccoli for an extra kick of vitamins and flavor. It’s … Continue reading →

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Roasted Beet and Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Jackie Mack

I’m back in the kitchen after a long time away. I’ve been back here and there to Portland but we have returned for a good long time. My husband is on sabbatical and we have taken full advantage of the … Continue reading →

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Southwest Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Jackie Mack

With Cinco De Mayo right around the corner I adapted a recipe from The Garden Grazer with a Southwest flare. It is fresh and with the cilantro and lime it tastes like a great add to a Cinco De Mayo celebration. … Continue reading →

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