Monthly Archives: June 2012

Spareribs with Fresh Plum Chutney

Posted on June 30, 2012 by swellkid recipes

There is a running joke in my family about chutney.  Larry’s Market in Rockaway Beach has a sign outside that reads: Larry’s Market- Fresh Produce, Meats, and Chutney.  If you have ever been into Larry’s you will notice that it’s … Continue reading →

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Summer Berry Crostata

Posted on June 29, 2012 by swellkid recipes

This is really just a berry pie without the pie dish.  I love freeform pies like this one because they look so irresistible and they are so much easier to make than a traditional two crust pie.  See how the … Continue reading →

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Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream

Posted on June 22, 2012 by swellkid recipes

   What do you do when you have a flat of beautiful ripe strawberries?  First you eat a bunch, and take pictures of your children with strawberry juice running down their chins.  You freeze some and then you make ice … Continue reading →

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Salted Molasses Caramel Corn

Posted on June 16, 2012 by swellkid recipes

Summer is here and with it come picnics, potlucks, and parties.  Treat your hosts or your guests with this salty-sweet homemade gift. Or just eat it while watching reruns of Friday Night Lights.  Take your pick. 12 C. popped corn (I … Continue reading →

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Polynesian Party Meatballs

Posted on June 16, 2012 by swellkid recipes

Once again, proving that eating things off of sticks is fun.  This is a great dish to bring to a party or make for Dad’s special day.  The nifty bamboo sticks came from the Asian grocery store, but you could … Continue reading →

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Gravlax Canapes

Posted on June 11, 2012 by swellkid recipes

I have been wanting to make my own gravlax for a long time.  New Seasons had a special on fresh Chinook, so I couldn’t pass it up.  Curing your own salmon is really easy, you will be thrilled with the results.  If … Continue reading →

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Classic Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Posted on June 8, 2012 by swellkid recipes

I’m so excited to be talking with Missy Maki on her radio show Simple Kitchen this Sunday.  Chicken is our big topic, so I hope you’ll tune in and get some fresh ideas.  KPAM 860 AM at 9:00 or listen … Continue reading →

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Rainy Day Painted Cookies

Posted on June 4, 2012 by swellkid recipes

One of the activities my son loves to do on a rainy day is decorate cookies.  Making, coloring, and using different colors of icing can be messy and time consuming.  Painting cookies is a fun, simple way to decorate without … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Breakfast Pastries

Posted on June 2, 2012 by swellkid recipes

I love to bake things for my coworkers.  Somehow bringing treats in to work for an early meeting makes the day seem so much brighter.  These are simple enough to bake the night before and indulge your family and friends … Continue reading →

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