It’s high season for freshly-picked blueberries which runs from mid-June to mid-August. When I shop for blueberries at the local farmer's market, I search for firm, plump dry berries with smooth skins with a silvery sheen. I also always refrigerated the blueberries as soon as I get them, transferring them from their tight containers to a covered bowl where they have room to breath, and not grow mold. Blueberries always have a reserved spot on our refrigerator shelf because, in addition to their sweet delectable flavor and … [Read more...]
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Blueberry Cucumber Feta Salad
June 22, 2012 By 2 Comments
Yesterday I came home to a package from the US Highbush Blueberry Council. It was bursting with cartons of blueberries! I was thrilled. It’s high season for freshly-picked blueberries which runs from mid-June to mid-August. The selection I received was perfect: firm, plump dry berries with smooth skins and a silvery sheen. And, I did exactly what I was told, I refrigerated the blueberries as soon as I got them and knew that I had to think of as many ways to use them within 10 days! That's a lot of fresh … [Read more...]
Blueberry Cucumber Feta Salad
June 27, 2016 By 2 Comments
This weekend we were entertaining guests and I wanted to have some lunch options that weren't dependent on sliced meats or grill meats. I was fixated on summer salads- light, refreshing, with a surprise burst of fruit to boot. The Blueberry Cucumber Salad was a hit! Blueberries always have a reserved spot in our refrigerator shelf because, in addition to their sweet, delectable flavor and visual appeal, they are jam-packed with good nutrition too! Virtually fat free, they’re a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C and an excellent … [Read more...]
Friday-Food-Frenzy: Chilled Summer Soups
June 24, 2011 By 3 Comments
When most people think of cooking a summer dish, soup probably doesn't immediately come to mind. Summer warrants cool and refreshing, not hot and comforting. Have you ever tried chilled soup? They're the most refreshing appetizer to any summer meal and they're simple to make. My mom was heralded for her Chilled Cucumber Soup. It always perked eye brows and taste buds whenever it was served. She usually whipped up a fresh batch before we went over someone's house for dinner. The cuisinart would be humming as the cucumbers and yogurt and … [Read more...]
Mango, Avocado and Black Bean Salad
June 18, 2015 By Leave a Comment
My prerequisites for a summertime salad are: it must be easy to make, it muse take little to no time in the kitchen, and it must taste light and refreshing. Oh, and bonus if it incorporates the use of fruit. This Mango, Avocado and Black Bean salad recipe is one of my favorites because it contains all of the qualities listed above. And, it's beautifully colorful too. We do love mango and try to get our fill during the summer either as a casual snack, sliced into pieces, or in our soup recipe, chilled Mango Gazpacho --it's a nice … [Read more...]
Cucumber Avocado Gazpacho
May 8, 2014 By 2 Comments
Today's post is from Serena, author of the celebrated blog, Seriously Soupy. Since starting her blog, Serena has given soup tours and taught soup classes and has a catalog of over 100+ soups on the site! You can join Serena on her Soupy journey at SeriouslySoupy.com and twice a month you can find her here, at My Judy the Foodie, sharing her wisdom and helping demystify the world of soup. I asked Serena to share one of her refreshing chilled soups as spring is well underway and hopefully most people are setting their sites to summer's … [Read more...]
Cucumber and Carrot Gazpacho
June 1, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Today's recipe is from resident soup expert Serena, aka Seriously Soupy. Serena has not only given soup tours and taught soup classes, but has a catalog of over 100 original soups! Once month you can join Serena on her soupy journey here, at My Judy the Foodie, sharing her wisdom and helping demystify the world of soup. I asked Serena to create a light, yet hearty, chilled soup celebrating the bounty of summer. Here's what Serena has to say: Summer is synonymous with enjoying the outdoors while also trying to beat the … [Read more...]
Shaved Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Currants
March 8, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Cauliflower has quickly become a fixture at meal time. Roasted Cauliflower and Cauliflower Fried Rice are our new family favorites. So, it came as no surprise that I'd want to keep the cauli-momentum going. After all, when you find an ingredient that has received the seal of approval by family members, it makes sense to keep trying similar recipes. The other evening, I was leafing through a wonderful Greek-inspired cookbook at a friend's house (Mina Stone Cooking for Artists) and found a deliciously simple recipe for Sliced … [Read more...]
Blueberry Mint Soup
August 7, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Steamy hot weather calls for cold-chilled soups. Who's excited about cooking hot foods during the dog days of summer. I usually opt for salads, smoothies and any meat that can be quickly cooked on the grill. My mint plant is luscious so I decided to recreate one of my favorite summer soups-- from our resident soup expert Seriously Soupy-- inspired by my plant and the fresh batch of blueberries in my refrigerator. Also included in this recipe is some refreshing watermelon, Greek yogurt and a little bit of sugar to really make this a … [Read more...]
Chilled Blueberry Mint Soup
August 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
It's Seriously Soupy Sunday, featuring one of my favorite bloggers Serena, who authors a blog called Seriously Soupy. Serena started Seriously Soupy as a creative outlet for herself after her first daughter was born, which combined her passion for cooking with an interest in learning more about soups and soup making. Since it started she has given soup tours and taught soup classes and has a catologue of over 100 soups on the site! You can join Serena on her Soupy journey at SeriouslySoupy.com and twice a month you can find her here, at My … [Read more...]
Lemon Buttermilk Cake
January 8, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Sitting by the fire over winter break last week, I had a sudden craving for a thick slice of Mom’s Blueberry Brunch Cake. Why? The cake itself is deceptively light and tasty and can be enjoyed at all hours of the day. It’s just as good served alongside a cup of tea at breakfast as it is after a nice hearty dinner. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any blueberries around. Instead, I had only lemons and I wasn’t about to venture out to the store in the below freezing temperatures. Quite serendipitously, I stumbled upon a Lemon Buttermilk Cake … [Read more...]
Lemon Buttermilk Cake
January 2, 2013 By 3 Comments
Sitting by the fire over winter break last week, I had a sudden craving for a thick slice of Mom’s Blueberry Brunch Cake. It’s deceptively light and tasty and can be served at all hours of the day. It’s just as good served alongside a cup of tea at breakfast as it is after a nice hearty dinner. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any blueberries around. Instead, I had only lemons and I wasn’t about to venture out to the store in the below freezing temperatures. Quite serendipitously, I stumbled upon a Lemon Buttermilk Cake recipe (similar to the … [Read more...]
Seriously Soupy: Blueberry Mint Soup
June 28, 2013 By Leave a Comment
It’s Seriously Soupy Sunday, featuring one of my favorite bloggers Serena, who authors a blog called Seriously Soupy. Serena started Seriously Soupy as a creative outlet for herself after her first daughter was born, which combined her passion for cooking with an interest in learning more about soups and soup making. Since it started she has given soup tours and taught soup classes and has a catologue of over 100 soups on the site! You can join Serena on her Soupy journey at SeriouslySoupy.com and twice a month you can find her here, at My … [Read more...]
Lemongrass-Scented Rice Noodle Salad with Mint and Cilantro
June 5, 2015 By Leave a Comment
I'm a huge fan of iced tea. My mother drank it all day long. What I just recently learned is that tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water, and can be found in almost 80% of all U.S. households. Did you know that: · On any given day, over 158 million Americans are drinking tea. · Approximately 85% of tea consumed in America is iced. · Iced tea now the most consumed beverage at lunch time Next Wednesday is apparently National Iced Tea Day (I'm really not sure who's responsible for declaring these … [Read more...]
Friday-Food-Frenzy: COOL Dishes for HOT Summer Days
July 22, 2011 By 5 Comments
With the weekend upon us, and the temperature mounting, I scoured MyJudytheFoodie for some recipes that'll provide a cool relief to the sweltering heat. For the week's Friday-Food-Frenzy items, you'll get to enjoy two very quick and easy side dishes that will compliment any meal. We've dealt with part of the meal planning for you. Just print out the recipes, put them in your back pocket and try them this weekend alongside your barbecue. And, don't forget to write in and tell us what you think (do you prefer Judy's Cole Slaw with Grapes and … [Read more...]
Making Jam: It’s Time
June 30, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Today's guest post comes from Jennie Burke. Jennie is a freelance writer, homemaker, wife and mother from Annapolis, MD. She's interested in real food and its role in human development. She also runs a fund that supports low-income young adults facing cancer. She loves being with friends and family, travel, enjoying the outdoors and eating! Knowing that Jennie is an avid canner and jam maker, I asked her to demystify the process. While I've made jam myself, it took me years to get up the courage to actually do it. It's a lot easier than it … [Read more...]
Secret Recipe Club: Very Berry Smoothie
February 24, 2014 By 14 Comments
It’s my favorite day of the month, I get to reveal my Secret Recipe Club assignment for February I’m honored to be a part of this diverse international group of food bloggers. In case you forgot, everyone in the Secret Recipe Club gets “assigned” a blog from which we are supposed to pick a dish to cook. But, it’s all done in secrecy. It isn’t until the ultimate reveal day (today) that everyone showcases the dishes and discovers who’s been their secret foodie link. This club has provided me valuable exposure to blogs I might not … [Read more...]
Whole Wheat Bread
March 26, 2014 By Leave a Comment
full disclosure: I know this pic isn't appetizing but, every burgeoning cook should know, don't judge a dish by its appearance! I just got back from the most wonderful life-changing family vacation to Turkey. We traveled to a couple different cities to were able to fully experience and appreciate the different cultures each one has to offer. And, while I had never really been a big fan of Turkish food, we relished in the most succulent chicken and lamb shish kabobs I've ever tasted. Of course the rice and dried fruits and Turkish delight … [Read more...]
Rustic Pear Tart
January 30, 2012 By 7 Comments
My kids love fruit. Every morning for breakfast they're either eating strawberries, bananas, blueberries or sliced apples. However, I realized one fruit conspicuous by its absence from their diet: pears. We don't eat oranges regularly but we drink orange juice daily. We never eat apricots but we love apricot jam on a toasted bagel and applesauce with apricots. When watermelon is in season we eat it cubed or in an awesome watermelon, mint, feta salad. When did pears become so elusive? I think the last time my kids had pears was when … [Read more...]
