Side Dishes

Most of us Washingtonians, as well as Oregonians, know of the famous Walla Walla onions that are named after their hometown, Walla Walla, Washington.  Their home town even has an annual onion …

This pesto pasta with prosciutto and sun-dried tomatoes is a great weeknight dinner. Just add a salad and some sourdough bread. Dinner is ready! I started riding my bicycle for …

This Super-Foods Salad with a Lemon Honey-Mustard and Chia Seeds Dressing is nutritious and healthy!  It is also a Costco copy-cat. Costco has a packaged Super-Foods Salad with a Lemon Honey-Mustard …

To me, nothing says “Springtime” like fresh asparagus!  Yes, it is available just about all year but in Washington State the grocery stores and produce markets have an abundance of …

When we lived in the Philippines we would often drive our car to Manila and spend a couple days shopping in the big city or seeing an attraction at the …

About 15 years ago I discovered the wonders of the George Foreman grill. Since then I have worn out several of them.  I have had different sizes of these grills …

Mom and I went to a ladies event at my church last night.  We had a request to bring fresh vegetable spring rolls for the snack that would be served.  I …

The potato is an immigrant to Europe, coming from the Andes Mountains in South America or, possibly from the western coast of Chile. Potatoes showed up in Europe in the …

This hearty butternut squash salad makes a filling meal or an exciting side dish. The chewy, nutty barley gives it a delightful texture and adds some healthy whole grains to …

I love roasted vegetables and have experimented with many combinations and have enjoyed all of them. The roasting caramelizes the sugars and brings out their sweetness. Fall is a great …

I am so excited about chanterelle season. It has been several years since I have harvested chanterelles. I used to go with my father but sadly, the spot we went to …