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Squash with Mint

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Lanie Fioretti

Here’s a great way to use your summer squash harvest. It has bright flavor perfect for summer. PrintSquash with Mint IngredientsExtra virgin olive oil Summer squash, cut in bite sized pieces Spice / herb blend with salt ( I used Frankly Delicious) Chopped fresh garlic Chopped fresh mint Zest of one lemonInstructionsHeat oil in a…

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Chicken, Sausage, and Potato Bake

Posted on June 18, 2012January 16, 2025 by Lanie Fioretti

PrintChicken, Sausage, and Potato Bake Total Time: 1 hour Yield: Serves 6 Ingredients1 large onion, cut in small wedges 1/4-1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp Dijon mustard 2 TBSP fresh sage or rosemary 1 TBSP Worcestershire sauce Zest and juice of 1 lemon, cut up the remains and put in with the marinade…

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Blueberry Banana Cream Pie

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Lanie Fioretti

Jessica and I collaborated on this one, and it turned out so light and delicious.  It’s another great summer dessert. PrintBlueberry Banana Cream Pie Total Time: 1 hour Yield: Serves 8-10 IngredientsCream layer 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup sugar 2 medium bananas, mashed 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 tsp vanilla Pinch salt…

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Zucchini Bread

Posted on June 12, 2012June 29, 2019 by Lanie Fioretti

Any kind of summer squash makes great “zucchini” bread.  It’s one of my favorites in the summer, because I feel like I’m getting something healthy in my sweets.  And it’s another way to use the squash harvest.  For an interesting twist on the basic recipe, add 1/2 cup cocoa, cut the oil back, and added…

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Okra Gumbo

Posted on June 11, 2012August 22, 2016 by Lanie Fioretti

There’s no way to make a picture of gumbo look interesting!  I made this dish because I’m harvesting lots of okra and green peppers. PrintOkra Gumbo Total Time: 1 hour Yield: Serves 10 You don’t need to make a rue for this gumbo, so save the calories. It’s delicious the way it is.Ingredients1/4 cup extra…

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