Sautéed Green Beans

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Sautéed Green Beans

Today I stopped at my favorite farm stand and
picked up some fresh green beans.
This recipe immediately came to mind.

A simple seasoning of garlic and
Creole seasoning lets the garden-fresh flavor
of green beans shine through.

Get the recipe here!

Chocolate Coffee Granola

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Chocolate Coffee Granola

National Trail Mix Day
August 26, 2016

National Trail Mix Day is
August 31, 2016.
I have entered my "nutty"creation
in a contest at Nuts.com.

My "nutty" creation will include 4 ingredients,
that are somewhat new to me.
Cacao Nibs, Goji Berries, Macadamia Nuts and
Milk-Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans.
 I hope this recipe for Chocolate Coffee Granola,
 will inspire you to try ingredients that are outside of your comfort zone
.

Get the recipe here!

Beer Battered Smelt

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Beer Battered Smelt

What the heck is Smelt?
Smelt is anadromous, meaning that it migrates from its North American saltwater habitat to spawn in fresh water. It's a small (average 4 to 7 inches long) fish with a translucent silver-green back shading into shimmering silver sides and belly. Its delicate flesh is rich, oily and mild-flavored. There are many varieties of this fish, the most widely distributed being the rainbow smelt, found along the Atlantic coast. Fresh smelts are best from September through May. Because they're very perishable,  many are now flash-frozen immediately after being caught. Smelts are marketed whole and are usually eaten that way-head, viscera and bones. Though they can be prepared in a variety of ways, they're generally simply coated with flour and fried.

An anadromous fish is born in fresh water,
spends most if its life in the sea and
returns to fresh water to spawn.
Salmon, Smelt, Shad, Striped Bass and
Sturgeon are all common examples.

Get the recipe here!

Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings

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Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings

One thing we love here at Turnips 2 Tangerines,
is deep-fried food....at home deep fried food that is.
It's definitely not something we eat everyday...
or even once a week....not even once a month for that matter but....
at least twice a year we go on a deep-frying marathon.

We deep fry just about anything and everything we can get our hands on..
Pickles, frog legs, cheese curds, mushrooms, zucchini,
doughnuts, fritters, hush puppies, the list goes on and on....

Today we're sharing a recipe for:
Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings~
Let the marathon begin......

Get the recipe here!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight Snack Mix

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight Snack Mix

A sweet, peanut buttery, chocolaty, snack mix,
that kids and adults alike will love!

Let's be honest here...
you can never have to many recipes for "Muddy Buddies"
I mean, really...what's not to like...
Chocolaty, Salty, Crunchy, Sweet and Peanut Buttery~
I'll raise my hand to that tasty mix any day!

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Lovers Beware~
One handful of this variation and
you'll be well on your way to eating the whole bowl.

Get the recipe here!

Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Salad

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Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Salad

Simple and always delicious,
this classic salad is the perfect summer-time
salad that showcases vine-ripen,
garden fresh tomatoes..

Get the recipe here!

Oriental {Coleslaw} Salad

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Oriental Salad

Oriental (Ramen Noodle) Salad
has been around forever...
There are many different variations of this salad,
some use chicken flavored ramen noodles, others don't.

We prefer to use the oriental flavored ramen noodles, if you can find them.

We like to use almonds in this salad,
but cashews make a great substitute.

Oriental Salad is not only delicious and easy to prepare,
it's one of the most economical summer-time salad you can make.
This salad can easily be thrown together for under $5.00 and
can serve between 4 to 6 people.
Not too shabby~ 

Get the recipe here!

Potato Bruschetta

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Potato Bruschetta

Potato Bruschetta is absolutely wonderful.
Fast and easy to prepare,
potato rounds replace the traditional baguette
most often used to make bruschetta.

Top each potato round or bruschetta with
tomato and basil topping,
cubes of mozzarella cheese and basil ribbons.
You can top potato bruschetta with any of your favorite potato toppings~
The topping possibilities are endless...the sky's the limit~

Ready in under an hour,
Potato Bruschetta makes a great appetizer,
snack or side dish.
Get the recipe here!

Tomato and Basil Topping for Bruschetta

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Tomato and Basil Topping for Bruschetta

Tomato and Basil Topping for Bruschetta
is one of the best ways to showcase summers
bounty of fresh, garden ripened tomatoes.

This topping is best made with plum tomatoes,
which have more meat, less watery juice and fewer seeds.
Tomato and basil topping requires juicy, sun-kissed,

garden fresh tomatoes in order for this recipe to shine.
Now is the time to make this delicious topping....
when tomatoes are abundant.

Tomato and basil topping is best made
several hours in advance and
allowed to sit at room temperature.
This gives the flavors enough time to "marry."

Get the recipe here!

Sourdough Corn Fritters

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Sourdough Corn Fritters

Made with fresh corn,
sourdough corn fritters are the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
We enjoy these delicious corn fritters with a light drizzle of maple syrup.

Sourdough Corn Fritters

Get the recipe here!

Deep-fried Mushrooms

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Deep-fried Mushrooms

Always a favorite~

Whether they are served as an appetizer during a football game or as a side dish,
deep-fried mushrooms are always a favorite in my house.

Get the recipe here!

Saucy Pork Chops with Five Grain Blend

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Saucy Pork Chops with
Five Grain Blend

This is my version of a dish
my mom made many, many years ago.
In fact, it was the only way she made pork chops.
My mom made this dish without garlic and
she served it alongside mashed potatoes.

Get the recipe here!

Mini Quiche Florentine

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Mini Quiche Florentine

Perfect for entertaining,
great for breakfast or brunch and
makes a fantastic dinner option.
Serve Mini Quiche Florentine anytime~

Get the recipe here!

Classic Sourdough French Bread

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Classic Sourdough French Bread

With only four ingredients,
this is a rather simple recipe for sourdough bread,
simple but delicious~

This recipe also makes 2 loaves,
making it a winner in my book.

I was contacted by a reader,
stating that she wanted to make this bread but
would like to know how to start a sourdough starter.
Very good question Judy~
Here's the link: How to Start a Sourdough Starter
Get the recipe here!

Sweet Onion and Bacon Pasta Salad

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Sweet Onion and Bacon Pasta Salad
Pasta Salads....Summertime Comfort Food~

Pasta Salads are always a welcomed
sight on any picnic table.
Fast and easy to prepare,
with the added bonus ....
you don't have to heat up the kitchen.

Recipe for Sweet Onion and Bacon Pasta Salad
is featured on: The Daily Meal
Get the recipe here!

Old Fashioned Meatloaf

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Old Fashioned Meatloaf

Make sure to make extra Meatloaf,
so you'll have left overs to make sandwiches.

Get the recipe here!

Gruyere, Onion and Bacon Mini Quiche

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Gruyere, Onion and Bacon Mini Quiche

Fast, Easy, and Delicious..
Besides being a wonderful appetizer,
Quiche are great served for breakfast,
brunch, lunch or dinner.
I've found, even kids love these little
mini quiche as much as adults do~

Get the recipe here!

Pork Roast with Kraut in Crock Pot

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Pork Roast with Kraut in Crock Pot

Too hot to cook?
Don't want to heat up the house or
are you already tired of grilled food?
Give this recipe a try~

Made in your slow cooker...
pork roast with kraut won't heat up your kitchen,
will give you a break from grilled burgers and
you can throw everything in the crock pot,
turn it on low and
take the kids swimming for the day.
When you get home,
make some mashed potatoes and
Wallah, supper is served.

Get the recipe here!

Oven Baked Barbecue Ribs

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Oven Baked Barbecue Ribs

This is one of our favorite recipes.
It's a great recipe to make when you want
comfort food at it's very best.

Serve these delicious oven baked ribs with
mashed potatoes or long grain white rice.

Get the recipe here!

{Hot as Hell} Baked Beans

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Hot as Hell Baked Beans

Hot as Hell Beans are perfect to serve
for the 4th of July..
Delicious and very hot n' spicy.
They are sure to set off a few fireworks!
Serve lots of ice cold beer with {Hot as Hell} Baked Beans
to put out the fiery flames.
Don't drink beer? No problem....
Milk will put out the flames too.

Why are these beans "Hot as Hell"?
They are made with one, 12.6 ounce bottle of
Lingham's Hot Sauce"The World's Finest Muli-Use Condiment"
"Hot and Spicy, Unique, Versatile, Delicious, 100% Natural"
If you are really daring and brave...
Try Lingham's {Extra Hot} Hot Sauce.

Note: This is not a sponsored post.
Here at Turnips 2 Tangerines,
we enjoy passing along "food finds"
that we feel our readers will love as much as we do.

Get the recipe here!