Monthly Archives: May 2014

Coconut Vinaigrette

Posted on May 24, 2014 by swellkid recipes

This dressing is at once both tart and rich.  Creamy and mellow, bright and tangy, all at the same time!  I served it over butter lettuce and it was heaven.  This is a perfect salad to serve alongside an Asian … Continue reading →

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Cucumber Gazpacho With Shrimp and Mint Oil

Posted on May 20, 2014 by swellkid recipes

  This is so creamy you would swear it’s full of dairy, but (as long as you don’t pop a shrimp on top) it’s completely vegan.  Cool, crisp and slightly sweet, this is the perfect starter to any summer meal. … Continue reading →

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Betty Draper’s Rumaki

Posted on May 12, 2014 by swellkid recipes

Betty seems to love Rumaki. Last Night’s episode (705 The Runaways) marks the second time on Mad Men that she serves it to guests, this time at a progressive dinner party, where the guests have a different course at each … Continue reading →

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Baked Eggs and Greens

Posted on May 10, 2014 by swellkid recipes

Tomorrow is Mother’s Day.  When I was a kid I desperately wanted to make my mother breakfast in bed.  I didn’t really know how to cook, but I just really liked the idea of carrying a tray with breakfast to … Continue reading →

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Breakfast To Go: Overnight Fridge Oatmeal

Posted on May 7, 2014 by swellkid recipes

   This is one of those ideas that’s been floating around Pinterest a lot lately.  I decided to give it a whirl, mainly because I tend to forget to eat breakfast, or I grab some protein bar on the way … Continue reading →

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Nigella’s Seared Curry Salmon

Posted on May 1, 2014 by swellkid recipes

Here is a great recipe for a hot evening when you want minimal cooking time. Ten minutes is all it takes! This is a wonderful recipe for salmon from the book Nigella Express.  I have used it several times and … Continue reading →

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