Fresh Pico de Gallo
Clean Living · Recipes

Fresh Pico de Gallo

Sarah

Pico de Gallo or Salsa Fresca is either done well or is horrible. There is no middle of the road. The fact is, freshness matters. You can purchase it in plastic tubs at the grocery store, but it's worth the time to use fresh ingredients and do the chopping and dicing yourself. The taste and… Continue reading Fresh Pico de Gallo

Arroz Roja (Mexican Rice)
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Arroz Roja (Mexican Rice)

Sarah

Another recipe I found inspiration in, and it morphed into something far different than the idea it started with. Made with fresh produce, it is summer in a bowl. Arroz Roja (Mexican Rice) Ingredients: 4 Roma tomatoes (about 1 pound) ½ bunch cilantro leaves kept, stems tossed 3½ cups of lower-sodium chicken broth ¼ cup… Continue reading Arroz Roja (Mexican Rice)

The Second Half of May In the Garden
Gardening · Homesteading · Urban Homesteading

The Second Half of May In the Garden

Sarah

As I mentioned on May 16th, it has been a learning month for me in the Shenandoah Valley of West Virginia. The weather started very hot in May, with numerous thunderstorms, but as the month progressed, particularly into the 3rd and 4th weeks, it changed. It got cooler. No complaints on that, though. It made… Continue reading The Second Half of May In the Garden

Arroz Verde con Pollo (Green Rice with Chicken)
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Arroz Verde con Pollo (Green Rice with Chicken)

Sarah

I came across a recipe for Arroz Verde, and it sounded delicious, so I decided to make a one-pot full meal by adding chicken breast and cheese. It was a great-tasting dish, full of vibrant flavors. It was well worth the prep time, and it used fresh ingredients. The straining of the cooking sauce lets… Continue reading Arroz Verde con Pollo (Green Rice with Chicken)

Lemon Cream Cheese Icebox Cake (Carlota De Queso y Limón)
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Lemon Cream Cheese Icebox Cake (Carlota De Queso y Limón)

Sarah

I saw this idea and had to make it, knowing how much our middle son loves lemon-inspired desserts. It's a straightforward recipe, perfect for hot days when you want something without having to bake and heat the house. Goya Maria cookies are often sold in grocery stores, in the "ethnic" aisle with other Hispanic foods.… Continue reading Lemon Cream Cheese Icebox Cake (Carlota De Queso y Limón)