Category Archives: Summer Season

Blackberry & Fig Salad

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Jackie Mack

Take advantage of the end of berry season and enjoy this salad with figs! I have had many salads this summer but this one was extra special. The flavors of the blackberries and figs with the delightful butter lettuce and … Continue reading →

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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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Summer BBQ Menu

Posted on May 27, 2017 by Jackie Mack

Summer BBQ season is in full swing! We are having an amazing weekend in Portland. If you’re looking for a few sides for your BBQ on Monday here are some good options for you. Serve these sides and dessert with … Continue reading →

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Garden Greek Salad

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Jackie Mack

We had an unusually wonderful harvest of our cherry tomatoes over the weekend. I whipped up this simple salad to highlight the sweet little lovelies. The vegetables are fresh and crunchy and the dressing is light but flavorful. A great … Continue reading →

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Creamy Vanilla Avocado Smoothie

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Jackie Mack

Summer is the time for warm weather and cool downs. If you’re out exercising and need a quick nourishing cool down here’s a creamy, slightly sweet smoothie with lots of good fats in the whole milk and avocado. If you … Continue reading →

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Strawberries and Cream Cooked Oats

Posted on May 31, 2015 by Jackie Mack

It’s the sweet strawberry time of year and last weekend I had some leftover whipped cream with strawberries from a shortcake dessert. I cooked oatmeal one morning with my usual add of nuts for a heartier breakfast and topped it … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Parfait

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Jackie Mack

Strawberry season is in full swing in the Pacific Northwest and the bountiful sweet berries that are truly local are only around a short time. I bought a half flat and we will enjoy them quickly. For the next day … Continue reading →

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Crock Baked Beans

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Jackie Mack

This recipe is a great add to a barbecue. The ingredients are quickly prepared and mixed in the crock pot. And the crock pot can be left while you go about your business readying the house for guests or molding … Continue reading →

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Steamed Broccoli and Cheese Sauce

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Jackie Mack

When I was a new mom I remember my own mother exclaiming that you’re not a good cook until you can make a white sauce. So I asked what a white sauce was and found out that it’s the base … Continue reading →

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Avocado Tomato Salad with Fresh Mozzarella

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Jackie Mack

I found a link to Dakota’s Avocado Tomato Mozzarella Salad and it looked so yummy I gave it a try. I must say comparing photos the salad looks totally different but it’s a similar salad. Instead of red tomatoes I used … Continue reading →

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