Author Archives: swellkid recipes

About swellkid recipes

I am a mother of two boys, a wife, a 1st grade teacher, and an avid home cook. These recipes are written, tested and created or adapted by me in my home kitchen. All photos were taken by me unless otherwise noted. My motto is, if I can do it, you can do it!

Spicy Broccoli Slaw

Posted on June 18, 2013

Broccoli is gorgeous at the farmer’s market right now, and so good for you! Did you know broccoli is a great source of calcium and can act as an anti-inflammatory?  This broccoli slaw makes a great accompaniment to burgers and … Continue reading →

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Butterscotch Pudding with Caramelized Bananas

Posted on June 13, 2013

I was inspired to make this after tasting the Caramelized Banana Ice Cream at our neighborhood ice cream parlor, Cloud City Ice Cream. If you’ve never been, I really encourage you to go (no reason to make the trek to Salt and … Continue reading →

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Farmer’s Market Roasted Vegetables

Posted on June 5, 2013

The idea here is to buy the freshest and most beautiful veggies that are in season in your area.  Roasting vegetables intensifies their sweetness and heightens their flavor.  This recipe works for any mix of veggies.  Choose herbs that are … Continue reading →

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Almost Instant Strawberry Sorbet

Posted on June 1, 2013

This went from whole berries to soft-serve in about 20 minutes.  When the local Oregon strawberries come into town I always buy too many and then they sit in the fridge and after a couple of days begin to wrinkle. … Continue reading →

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Kale and Blueberry Super Salad

Posted on May 27, 2013

My husband was eating a deli salad from Safeway a few days ago and liked it so much he took a picture of it and texted it to me.  This is a pretty rare occurrence, and has never, ever happened … Continue reading →

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Eaton Mess

Posted on May 20, 2013

This is a traditional English dessert that apparently was invented at Eaton, the famous prep school.  The recipe came from Nigella’s book, Nigella Express.  It sounds heavy, but it’s actually very light and refreshing.  The combination of the tart berries, … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb Mojito

Posted on May 15, 2013

For one Rhubarb Mojito ice 2 oz. white rum 1 oz. rhubarb simple syrup (recipe below) 4-5 fresh mint leaves 2 oz. club soda Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.  Pour in the rum and simple syrup.  Place the mint … Continue reading →

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Mini Rhubarb Cheesecakes

Posted on May 9, 2013

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while you know I love to make mini versions of things, especially desserts.  It’s my way of pretending that desserts aren’t that bad for me.  If they’re mini then they must be … Continue reading →

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Cinco De Mayo Recipe Roundup!

Posted on May 5, 2013

Easy Chili Colorado   Fresh Pineapple Salsa   Slow Cooker Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa   Flank Steak Tacos with Green Pico De Gallo   Taco Pie   Chicken Basil Tacos   Spicy Broccoli Slaw   Giant Pot Of Manly … Continue reading →

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Thin Mints Ice Cream Cake

Posted on May 3, 2013

Every year I buy several boxes of Thin Mints from the Girl Scouts and stash them in the freezer.  After the kids go to bed my husband and I will eat a few, ice-cold, out of the freezer.  By some … Continue reading →

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