Herbs And Spices - Mint Tea Punch

Tea, mint, sugar, orange and lemon juices make this a quick and easy, refreshingly delicious drink on a hot summer's day, given to me by a true Southern lady. Goes great with Cajun or spicy foods too. Every time I serve this someone asks me for the recipe!

Appetizers And Snacks - Festive Cracker Spread

Pimento stuffed green olives, cream cheese, and Cheddar cheese join forces in this festive dip. Your guests are sure to gobble it up!

Appetizers And Snacks - Blooming Onion

A delicious onion sliced to bloom, then coated and deep-fried. The recipe for the dipping sauce is also included.

Salad - Four Bean Salad

If you are a bean aficionado, you'll love this salad. There are lima, kidney, green and pinto beans, along with some crunchy celery, red pimento, and chopped pepper. A sweet vinaigrette is stirred in, and then all is chilled for a few hours to let the flavors mingle. Serves ten.

Side Dish - Roasted Potatoes With Greens

Roasted potatoes mingle with fresh spinach in a sauce of garlic, butter, sea salt and fresh rosemary. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and/or a good shredded hard cheese like Parmesan or Pecorino if you like.

Shingle Style Kitchen Detail (Boston)

Shingle Style Kitchen Detail Contemporary Kitchen Boston

Meat And Poultry - Terrific Turkey Chili

Using some fresh and some canned ingredients, this chili is a snap to throw together and will keep you craving it for days. Chunky zucchini, fresh green onion, sour cream, and - what the heck - shredded Cheddar cheese, are sure to make this your favorite chili recipe. If you like beans in your chili, garbanzos right out of the can are great in this.