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  • Category: Recipes  (58)
    • Slow Cooker Barbeque Pulled Pork by: Meggan

      April 26, 2013, 15:46

      Slow Cooker Barbeque Pulled Pork is just about as easy as it gets.  Put a pork roast in a slow cooker, cover it with apple sauce, cook.  Shred.  Sauce. …

    • Chicken Avocado Salad by: Meggan

      April 5, 2013, 12:33

      Chicken Avocado Salad is the sort food that makes you feel better because you are eating it.  It's a mood-booster.  It's like a diet food that makes you…

    • Vegetable Pizza by: Meggan

      March 29, 2013, 14:49

      I recently made Vegetable Pizza for a party and standard wisdom continues to be true: Vegetable Pizza is always a hit.   It's so easy to make in advance,…

    • Strawberry Pecan Oatmeal (Gluten Free) by: Meggan

      March 15, 2013, 12:43

      Breakfast is delicious with Strawberry Pecan Oatmeal!  Something about the Trader Joe's Gluten Free Rolled Oats is sublime - the oats cook up quickly but…

    • Mediterranean Chopped Salad by: Meggan

      January 30, 2013, 20:36

      Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of those amazing recipes that is full of delicious flavors and ingredients and somehow is still good for you.  There is…

    • Vegetable Basics: Broccoli Five Ways by: Meggan

      January 29, 2013, 16:37

      Broccoli is an extremely versatile vegetable.  Eat it raw on a veggie tray with dip or cook it in all kinds of interesting ways.  Boiled, steamed, blanched,…

    • Italian Antipasto Salad by: Meggan

      January 25, 2013, 15:27

      I always feel better when I eat a salad.  I'm not talking about a salad that is mostly cheese, croutons, and ranch dressing!  This Italian Antipasto Salad…

    • Masoor Dal (Spiced Red Lentils) by: Meggan

      January 22, 2013, 17:17

      I love lentils!  I also love curry.  What about you?  Are you unsure but feeling adventurous?  Give this recipe for Masoor Dal (Spiced Red Lentils) a…

    • Eggs Over Easy With Vegetables by: Meggan

      January 21, 2013, 12:37

      Another holiday!  If you are confused by that statement, you don't live in California.  In California, you get the day off for all sorts of extra holidays…

    • Lemon Zucchini Pasta Salad by: Meggan

      October 18, 2012, 11:49

      Lemon Zucchini Pasta Salad is full of the bright flavors of summer.  Use this with the extra zucchini you have growing in your garden or the first slim summer…

    • Sautéed Mushroom Pasta by: Meggan

      October 16, 2012, 14:38

      Sautéed Mushroom Pasta should not be confused with pasta with mushrooms, it's Sautéed Mushrooms with a bit of Pasta thrown in.  So, this post is for those…

    • Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce by: Meggan

      October 15, 2012, 13:55

      This Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce recipe was born out of a basic survival need after I learned there were no good gyro restaurants in town.  The closest…

    • Potato Gnocchi with Peas and Prosciutto by: Meggan

      September 25, 2011, 17:57

      I was delighted when I found out my recipe for Potato Gnocchi with Peas and Prosciutto was selected as a FoodBuzz 24x24 participant in the month of September…

    • Chocolate Fudge Sauce by: Meggan

      July 25, 2011, 06:18

      Chocolate Fudge Sauce is a quick and easy way to add a special, decadent touch to lots of desserts such as ice cream, cookies, or brownies.  It's also…

    • Pizzelle Italian Cookies by: Meggan

      July 24, 2011, 16:13

      I love Pizzelle Italian Cookies.  They crunchy but not too sweet, thin but not crumbly.  I also think their appearance is fun and unique.  I always make…

    • Wisconsin-Style Jambalaya by: Meggan

      July 23, 2011, 20:36

      Wisconsin-Style Jambalaya is a classic Southern twist with some Wisconsin-preferred ingredients added in.  Here in Wisconsin, we tend to go around adding…

    • Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups by: Meggan

      July 21, 2011, 20:15

      This recipe for Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups developed out of a love for Vegetable Pizza.  However, I needed a version that would travel easily.  So,…

    • BLT Bruschetta with Dill Mayonnaise by: Meggan

      July 20, 2011, 20:43

      BLT Bruschetta with Dill Mayonnaise is inspired by a delicious meal I had while on vacation recently.  I was reminded of much I enjoy a good BLT when my…

    • Frosted Banana Bars by: Meggan

      July 12, 2011, 19:44

      Whenever my bananas start to get too ripe for my taste, I peel them, put them in a container, and freeze them for later.  They only take a day or so to thaw…

    • Sesame Bok Choy Salad by: Meggan

      July 10, 2011, 19:46

      I enjoyed this delicious Sesame Bok Choy Salad at my friend Melissa's house yesterday.  Her grandmother's recipe, Melissa enjoyed this salad a lot while…

    • Overnight Lasagna by: Meggan

      July 7, 2011, 20:22

      I love making lasagna and I love eating it even more.  I love chewy noodles, tons of cheese, and a homemade, meaty sauce.  Sometimes I feel like eating it…

    • Russian Cabbage Soup by: Meggan

      July 6, 2011, 20:31

      I woke up at 3:30 a.m. today so I could make Russian Cabbage Soup (Shchi) before work.  I had a bowl for breakfast and a bowl for lunch.  Sound loopy?  It's…

    • Homemade Vegetable Broth by: Meggan

      July 6, 2011, 20:08

      Homemade Vegetable Broth can take your average soup recipe to the next level.  Carrots, celery, and onions are staples in any broth recipe, but this version…

    • Quinoa Tabbouleh by: Meggan

      July 3, 2011, 10:54

      Quinoa Tabbouleh showcases that recently "rediscovered" power food, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wa).  This ancient super grain contains all 9 amino acids…

    • Boiled Spice Cake by: Meggan

      July 2, 2011, 18:54

      Boiled Spice Cake comes straight out of my childhood and family trips each summer up north.  The recipe was my grandmother's first, and she faithfully made it…

    • Black Bean Salsa by: Meggan

      June 16, 2011, 19:37

      Black Bean Salsa is one of the very first recipes I made when I started off on my culinary adventures.  It evolved from a recipe I found on the back of a…

    • Garlic Basil Cheese Tortellini by: Meggan

      June 16, 2011, 18:50

      A delicious appetizer or an easy main dish - ready in 20 minutes or less!

    • Homemade Lime Tortilla Chips by: Meggan

      June 14, 2011, 21:22

      Craving something salty?  Me too.  I avoid having chips and other unhealthy snacks around the house to save money, calories, and food waste (yeah right, as…

    • Lemon Bundt Cake by: Meggan

      June 6, 2011, 21:04

      When life gives you lemons, make Lemon Bundt Cake! This is truly one of my favorite recipes.  I originally got it from my dear friend Jessi, and I've made…

    • Culinary Hill by: Meggan

      June 4, 2011, 10:56

      Welcome to Culinary Hill! Culinary Hill is my collection of recipes, gadget information, ingredient descriptions, cooking advice, and observations on life. …

    • Category: Desserts  (8)

      Dessert Recipes

      • Elmo Birthday Cake by: Meggan

        May 17, 2013, 14:21

        My little buddy Baby C turned one a few weeks ago!  We celebrated with an Elmo-themed birthday party at my parents' house back in Milwaukee.  It was a small…

      • Peanut Butter Frosting by: Meggan

        May 9, 2013, 09:35

        Peanut Butter Frosting, when done correctly, is positively heavenly.  This recipe is adapted from a Barefoot Contessa recipe which she adapted from a friend…

      • Peanut Butter Jelly Bars by: Meggan

        October 24, 2012, 17:33

        Peanut Butter Jelly Bars capture the spirit of childhood in a dessert that appeals to kids and adults alike.  The bars are rich and decadent but still fun and…

      • Chocolate Fudge Sauce by: Meggan

        July 25, 2011, 06:18

        Chocolate Fudge Sauce is a quick and easy way to add a special, decadent touch to lots of desserts such as ice cream, cookies, or brownies.  It's also…

      • Pizzelle Italian Cookies by: Meggan

        July 24, 2011, 16:13

        I love Pizzelle Italian Cookies.  They crunchy but not too sweet, thin but not crumbly.  I also think their appearance is fun and unique.  I always make…

      • Frosted Banana Bars by: Meggan

        July 12, 2011, 19:44

        Whenever my bananas start to get too ripe for my taste, I peel them, put them in a container, and freeze them for later.  They only take a day or so to thaw…

      • Boiled Spice Cake by: Meggan

        July 2, 2011, 18:54

        Boiled Spice Cake comes straight out of my childhood and family trips each summer up north.  The recipe was my grandmother's first, and she faithfully made it…

      • Lemon Bundt Cake by: Meggan

        June 6, 2011, 21:04

        When life gives you lemons, make Lemon Bundt Cake! This is truly one of my favorite recipes.  I originally got it from my dear friend Jessi, and I've made…

    • Category: Breakfast and Brunch  (6)

      Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

      • Blueberry Walnut Oatmeal (Gluten Free) by: Meggan

        March 28, 2013, 19:17

        Since my Strawberry Pecan Oatmeal turned out so well, and since I eat oatmeal every day and needed some variety, I developed another delicious alternative,…

      • Strawberry Pecan Oatmeal (Gluten Free) by: Meggan

        March 15, 2013, 12:43

        Breakfast is delicious with Strawberry Pecan Oatmeal!  Something about the Trader Joe's Gluten Free Rolled Oats is sublime - the oats cook up quickly but…

      • English Muffin with Peanut Butter and Strawberries by: Meggan

        January 28, 2013, 14:35

        An English muffin with peanut butter and strawberries isn't even really a recipe.  It's just a good idea: Start the day with nutrition. I started with a…

      • Eggs Over Easy With Vegetables by: Meggan

        January 21, 2013, 12:37

        Another holiday!  If you are confused by that statement, you don't live in California.  In California, you get the day off for all sorts of extra holidays…

      • Boiled Spice Cake by: Meggan

        July 2, 2011, 18:54

        Boiled Spice Cake comes straight out of my childhood and family trips each summer up north.  The recipe was my grandmother's first, and she faithfully made it…

      • Lemon Bundt Cake by: Meggan

        June 6, 2011, 21:04

        When life gives you lemons, make Lemon Bundt Cake! This is truly one of my favorite recipes.  I originally got it from my dear friend Jessi, and I've made…

    • Category: Main Dishes  (26)

      Main Course Recipes

      • Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers by: Meggan

        May 16, 2013, 17:32

        I have always really liked this Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers  recipe.  In fact, last Thanksgiving when my dear friend Stephanie asked for a vegetarian option…

      • Pesto Chicken Panini by: Meggan

        May 13, 2013, 15:25

        This Pesto Chicken Panini sandwich is one of the best things I've ever made.  And eaten. It is so good, I might have to go make another one right now. The…

      • Orange Mango Baked Ham by: Meggan

        April 27, 2013, 17:25

        Orange Mango Baked Ham was worth the wait. I bought a 10-pound ham shank at Easter but I didn't end up making it at the time.  It's been in the freezer…

      • Slow Cooker Barbeque Pulled Pork by: Meggan

        April 26, 2013, 15:46

        Slow Cooker Barbeque Pulled Pork is just about as easy as it gets.  Put a pork roast in a slow cooker, cover it with apple sauce, cook.  Shred.  Sauce. …

      • Garlic Lemon Chicken by: Meggan

        April 24, 2013, 17:41

        Garlic Lemon Chicken is one of those recipes that can change your life. I used to eat chicken because it was "good for me" or "full of protein" or "lean" or…

      • Taco Stuffed Tomatoes by: Meggan

        April 9, 2013, 09:46

        This recipe for Taco Stuffed Tomatoes is the result of a few amazing coincidences that happened one random day. Beautiful, succulent vine-ripened tomatoes…

      • Chicken Avocado Salad by: Meggan

        April 5, 2013, 12:33

        Chicken Avocado Salad is the sort food that makes you feel better because you are eating it.  It's a mood-booster.  It's like a diet food that makes you…

      • Chicken Apple Fried Rice by: Meggan

        March 22, 2013, 11:41

        Chicken Apple Fried Rice is an instance where a chance encounter with two unrelated ingredients wound up forming a fantastic partnership.  Have you ever added…

      • Mediterranean Chopped Salad by: Meggan

        January 30, 2013, 20:36

        Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of those amazing recipes that is full of delicious flavors and ingredients and somehow is still good for you.  There is…

      • Italian Antipasto Salad by: Meggan

        January 25, 2013, 15:27

        I always feel better when I eat a salad.  I'm not talking about a salad that is mostly cheese, croutons, and ranch dressing!  This Italian Antipasto Salad…

      • Grilled New York Strip Steak by: Meggan

        January 24, 2013, 22:26

        I recently purchased a cast iron grill pan so I can grill on my stove top just like I see the chefs do on TV.  On my first attempt, I managed to set off the…

      • Masoor Dal (Spiced Red Lentils) by: Meggan

        January 22, 2013, 17:17

        I love lentils!  I also love curry.  What about you?  Are you unsure but feeling adventurous?  Give this recipe for Masoor Dal (Spiced Red Lentils) a…

      • Crustless Chicken Pot Pie by: Meggan

        January 18, 2013, 15:58

        This Crustless Chicken Pot Pie is a great way to eat more vegetables and legumes.  Even in Sunny Southern California, I enjoy a hearty meal now and then. …

      • Rosemary Bacon Chicken by: Meggan

        January 17, 2013, 13:59

        I have a new companion on my dairy-free journey!  My husband has agreed to avoid milk, butter, cheese, and all other dairy goodness as part of his New Year's…

      • Saucy Turkey Tacos by: Meggan

        November 5, 2012, 22:25

        These Saucy Turkey Tacos represent the first time I ate ground turkey and didn't regret it.  Not only are they delicious, they might even healthy.  When I…

      • Vegetable Wrap by: Meggan

        November 5, 2012, 16:13

        We have all read the statistics on how many servings of vegetables we are supposed to eat each day.  Daunting, isn't it?  Unless you are a vegetarian or…

      • Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans by: Meggan

        November 4, 2012, 19:19

        So excited to have Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans as part of Today's Top 9!  Thanks DailyBuzz Healthy Living! I like to think of this recipe as "Magic…

      • Slow Cooker Pasta Bean Soup by: Meggan

        November 3, 2012, 10:12

        This Slow Cooker Pasta Bean Soup is nothing short of amazing.  Soups can easily fall into categories like watery, bland, or unsatisfying.  Somehow this soup…

      • Puerto Rican Rice by: Meggan

        October 21, 2012, 16:17

        My sister Monica has made a Puerto Rican Rice recipe for years.  She cooked it mostly from memory although at one point she wrote down the recipe for me which…

      • Sautéed Mushroom Pasta by: Meggan

        October 16, 2012, 14:38

        Sautéed Mushroom Pasta should not be confused with pasta with mushrooms, it's Sautéed Mushrooms with a bit of Pasta thrown in.  So, this post is for those…

      • Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce by: Meggan

        October 15, 2012, 13:55

        This Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce recipe was born out of a basic survival need after I learned there were no good gyro restaurants in town.  The closest…

      • Potato Gnocchi with Peas and Prosciutto by: Meggan

        September 25, 2011, 17:57

        I was delighted when I found out my recipe for Potato Gnocchi with Peas and Prosciutto was selected as a FoodBuzz 24x24 participant in the month of September…

      • Wisconsin-Style Jambalaya by: Meggan

        July 23, 2011, 20:36

        Wisconsin-Style Jambalaya is a classic Southern twist with some Wisconsin-preferred ingredients added in.  Here in Wisconsin, we tend to go around adding…

      • Overnight Lasagna by: Meggan

        July 7, 2011, 20:22

        I love making lasagna and I love eating it even more.  I love chewy noodles, tons of cheese, and a homemade, meaty sauce.  Sometimes I feel like eating it…

      • Quinoa Tabbouleh by: Meggan

        July 3, 2011, 10:54

        Quinoa Tabbouleh showcases that recently "rediscovered" power food, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wa).  This ancient super grain contains all 9 amino acids…

      • Garlic Basil Cheese Tortellini by: Meggan

        June 16, 2011, 18:50

        A delicious appetizer or an easy main dish - ready in 20 minutes or less!

    • Category: Appetizers  (8)

      Appetizer Recipes

      • Mango Lime Salsa by: Meggan

        May 6, 2013, 12:28

        It's a rare rainy day in Southern California, but with wildfires raging near the ocean, I'm grateful for the rain.  And let's be honest, rainy days in SoCal…

      • Vegetable Pizza by: Meggan

        March 29, 2013, 14:49

        I recently made Vegetable Pizza for a party and standard wisdom continues to be true: Vegetable Pizza is always a hit.   It's so easy to make in advance,…

      • Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls by: Meggan

        October 31, 2012, 12:50

        Add a little pizza to your life with Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls! These Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls are perfect for a football game, a kid's party, or…

      • Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups by: Meggan

        July 21, 2011, 20:15

        This recipe for Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups developed out of a love for Vegetable Pizza.  However, I needed a version that would travel easily.  So,…

      • BLT Bruschetta with Dill Mayonnaise by: Meggan

        July 20, 2011, 20:43

        BLT Bruschetta with Dill Mayonnaise is inspired by a delicious meal I had while on vacation recently.  I was reminded of much I enjoy a good BLT when my…

      • Black Bean Salsa by: Meggan

        June 16, 2011, 19:37

        Black Bean Salsa is one of the very first recipes I made when I started off on my culinary adventures.  It evolved from a recipe I found on the back of a…

      • Garlic Basil Cheese Tortellini by: Meggan

        June 16, 2011, 18:50

        A delicious appetizer or an easy main dish - ready in 20 minutes or less!

      • Homemade Lime Tortilla Chips by: Meggan

        June 14, 2011, 21:22

        Craving something salty?  Me too.  I avoid having chips and other unhealthy snacks around the house to save money, calories, and food waste (yeah right, as…

    • Category: Soup and Stew  (4)

      Soup and Stew Recipes

      • Crustless Chicken Pot Pie by: Meggan

        January 18, 2013, 15:58

        This Crustless Chicken Pot Pie is a great way to eat more vegetables and legumes.  Even in Sunny Southern California, I enjoy a hearty meal now and then. …

      • Slow Cooker Pasta Bean Soup by: Meggan

        November 3, 2012, 10:12

        This Slow Cooker Pasta Bean Soup is nothing short of amazing.  Soups can easily fall into categories like watery, bland, or unsatisfying.  Somehow this soup…

      • Russian Cabbage Soup by: Meggan

        July 6, 2011, 20:31

        I woke up at 3:30 a.m. today so I could make Russian Cabbage Soup (Shchi) before work.  I had a bowl for breakfast and a bowl for lunch.  Sound loopy?  It's…

      • Homemade Vegetable Broth by: Meggan

        July 6, 2011, 20:08

        Homemade Vegetable Broth can take your average soup recipe to the next level.  Carrots, celery, and onions are staples in any broth recipe, but this version…

    • Category: Side Dishes  (17)

      Side Dish Recipes

      • Roasted Brussels Sprouts by: Meggan

        April 29, 2013, 08:00

        Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a fool-proof way to enjoy this vegetable each and every time. I used to have a lot of trouble cooking Brussels Sprouts.  I'd…

      • Mixed Vegetable Quinoa by: Meggan

        April 25, 2013, 14:22

        Mixed Vegetable Quinoa is a basic, easy side dish that tastes great without being too fancy.  I like it because I usually have all the ingredients on…

      • Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms and Onions by: Meggan

        April 14, 2013, 18:36

        Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms and Onions go with my fabulous Grilled New York Strip Steaks.  I also like them on chicken and pork or pasta, or even just plain…

      • Rosemary Roasted Vegetables by: Meggan

        April 13, 2013, 19:29

        Rosemary Roasted Vegetables are an easy vegetable side dish when you want something other than pasta, rice, or potatoes.  They are especially delicious, and…

      • Easy Potato Salad by: Meggan

        March 26, 2013, 17:28

        This is my mom's recipe for Easy Potato Salad.  We've been eating it for as long as I can remember.  One thing about California is, it's impossible to find…

      • Chicken Apple Fried Rice by: Meggan

        March 22, 2013, 11:41

        Chicken Apple Fried Rice is an instance where a chance encounter with two unrelated ingredients wound up forming a fantastic partnership.  Have you ever added…

      • Mediterranean Chopped Salad by: Meggan

        January 30, 2013, 20:36

        Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of those amazing recipes that is full of delicious flavors and ingredients and somehow is still good for you.  There is…

      • Vegetable Basics: Broccoli Five Ways by: Meggan

        January 29, 2013, 16:37

        Broccoli is an extremely versatile vegetable.  Eat it raw on a veggie tray with dip or cook it in all kinds of interesting ways.  Boiled, steamed, blanched,…

      • Italian Antipasto Salad by: Meggan

        January 25, 2013, 15:27

        I always feel better when I eat a salad.  I'm not talking about a salad that is mostly cheese, croutons, and ranch dressing!  This Italian Antipasto Salad…

      • Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans by: Meggan

        November 4, 2012, 19:19

        So excited to have Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans as part of Today's Top 9!  Thanks DailyBuzz Healthy Living! I like to think of this recipe as "Magic…

      • Puerto Rican Rice by: Meggan

        October 21, 2012, 16:17

        My sister Monica has made a Puerto Rican Rice recipe for years.  She cooked it mostly from memory although at one point she wrote down the recipe for me which…

      • Lemon Zucchini Pasta Salad by: Meggan

        October 18, 2012, 11:49

        Lemon Zucchini Pasta Salad is full of the bright flavors of summer.  Use this with the extra zucchini you have growing in your garden or the first slim summer…

      • Sautéed Mushroom Pasta by: Meggan

        October 16, 2012, 14:38

        Sautéed Mushroom Pasta should not be confused with pasta with mushrooms, it's Sautéed Mushrooms with a bit of Pasta thrown in.  So, this post is for those…

      • Sesame Bok Choy Salad by: Meggan

        July 10, 2011, 19:46

        I enjoyed this delicious Sesame Bok Choy Salad at my friend Melissa's house yesterday.  Her grandmother's recipe, Melissa enjoyed this salad a lot while…

      • Quinoa Tabbouleh by: Meggan

        July 3, 2011, 10:54

        Quinoa Tabbouleh showcases that recently "rediscovered" power food, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wa).  This ancient super grain contains all 9 amino acids…

      • Black Bean Salsa by: Meggan

        June 16, 2011, 19:37

        Black Bean Salsa is one of the very first recipes I made when I started off on my culinary adventures.  It evolved from a recipe I found on the back of a…

      • Garlic Basil Cheese Tortellini by: Meggan

        June 16, 2011, 18:50

        A delicious appetizer or an easy main dish - ready in 20 minutes or less!

    • Category: Salads  (8)

      Salad Recipes

      • Chicken Avocado Salad by: Meggan

        April 5, 2013, 12:33

        Chicken Avocado Salad is the sort food that makes you feel better because you are eating it.  It's a mood-booster.  It's like a diet food that makes you…

      • Easy Potato Salad by: Meggan

        March 26, 2013, 17:28

        This is my mom's recipe for Easy Potato Salad.  We've been eating it for as long as I can remember.  One thing about California is, it's impossible to find…

      • Mediterranean Chopped Salad by: Meggan

        January 30, 2013, 20:36

        Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of those amazing recipes that is full of delicious flavors and ingredients and somehow is still good for you.  There is…

      • Italian Antipasto Salad by: Meggan

        January 25, 2013, 15:27

        I always feel better when I eat a salad.  I'm not talking about a salad that is mostly cheese, croutons, and ranch dressing!  This Italian Antipasto Salad…

      • Lemon Zucchini Pasta Salad by: Meggan

        October 18, 2012, 11:49

        Lemon Zucchini Pasta Salad is full of the bright flavors of summer.  Use this with the extra zucchini you have growing in your garden or the first slim summer…

      • Sesame Bok Choy Salad by: Meggan

        July 10, 2011, 19:46

        I enjoyed this delicious Sesame Bok Choy Salad at my friend Melissa's house yesterday.  Her grandmother's recipe, Melissa enjoyed this salad a lot while…

      • Quinoa Tabbouleh by: Meggan

        July 3, 2011, 10:54

        Quinoa Tabbouleh showcases that recently "rediscovered" power food, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wa).  This ancient super grain contains all 9 amino acids…

      • Black Bean Salsa by: Meggan

        June 16, 2011, 19:37

        Black Bean Salsa is one of the very first recipes I made when I started off on my culinary adventures.  It evolved from a recipe I found on the back of a…

    • Category: Sandwiches  (5)

      Sandwich Recipes

      • Tomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto Panini by: Meggan

        May 14, 2013, 15:13

        So I thought the Pesto Chicken Panini I made yesterday was the Top of the World.  I was wrong.  This Tomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto Panini is even better.  I…

      • Pesto Chicken Panini by: Meggan

        May 13, 2013, 15:25

        This Pesto Chicken Panini sandwich is one of the best things I've ever made.  And eaten. It is so good, I might have to go make another one right now. The…

      • Orange Mango Baked Ham by: Meggan

        April 27, 2013, 17:25

        Orange Mango Baked Ham was worth the wait. I bought a 10-pound ham shank at Easter but I didn't end up making it at the time.  It's been in the freezer…

      • Vegetable Wrap by: Meggan

        November 5, 2012, 16:13

        We have all read the statistics on how many servings of vegetables we are supposed to eat each day.  Daunting, isn't it?  Unless you are a vegetarian or…

      • Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce by: Meggan

        October 15, 2012, 13:55

        This Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce recipe was born out of a basic survival need after I learned there were no good gyro restaurants in town.  The closest…

    • Category: International  (10)

      International Recipes

      • Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers by: Meggan

        May 16, 2013, 17:32

        I have always really liked this Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers  recipe.  In fact, last Thanksgiving when my dear friend Stephanie asked for a vegetarian option…

      • Taco Stuffed Tomatoes by: Meggan

        April 9, 2013, 09:46

        This recipe for Taco Stuffed Tomatoes is the result of a few amazing coincidences that happened one random day. Beautiful, succulent vine-ripened tomatoes…

      • Mediterranean Chopped Salad by: Meggan

        January 30, 2013, 20:36

        Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of those amazing recipes that is full of delicious flavors and ingredients and somehow is still good for you.  There is…

      • Italian Antipasto Salad by: Meggan

        January 25, 2013, 15:27

        I always feel better when I eat a salad.  I'm not talking about a salad that is mostly cheese, croutons, and ranch dressing!  This Italian Antipasto Salad…

      • Masoor Dal (Spiced Red Lentils) by: Meggan

        January 22, 2013, 17:17

        I love lentils!  I also love curry.  What about you?  Are you unsure but feeling adventurous?  Give this recipe for Masoor Dal (Spiced Red Lentils) a…

      • Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans by: Meggan

        November 4, 2012, 19:19

        So excited to have Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans as part of Today's Top 9!  Thanks DailyBuzz Healthy Living! I like to think of this recipe as "Magic…

      • Puerto Rican Rice by: Meggan

        October 21, 2012, 16:17

        My sister Monica has made a Puerto Rican Rice recipe for years.  She cooked it mostly from memory although at one point she wrote down the recipe for me which…

      • Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce by: Meggan

        October 15, 2012, 13:55

        This Beef Gyros with Dill Sauce recipe was born out of a basic survival need after I learned there were no good gyro restaurants in town.  The closest…

      • Pizzelle Italian Cookies by: Meggan

        July 24, 2011, 16:13

        I love Pizzelle Italian Cookies.  They crunchy but not too sweet, thin but not crumbly.  I also think their appearance is fun and unique.  I always make…

      • Russian Cabbage Soup by: Meggan

        July 6, 2011, 20:31

        I woke up at 3:30 a.m. today so I could make Russian Cabbage Soup (Shchi) before work.  I had a bowl for breakfast and a bowl for lunch.  Sound loopy?  It's…

    • Category: Snacks  (6)

      Snack Recipes

      • Mango Lime Salsa by: Meggan

        May 6, 2013, 12:28

        It's a rare rainy day in Southern California, but with wildfires raging near the ocean, I'm grateful for the rain.  And let's be honest, rainy days in SoCal…

      • Vegetable Pizza by: Meggan

        March 29, 2013, 14:49

        I recently made Vegetable Pizza for a party and standard wisdom continues to be true: Vegetable Pizza is always a hit.   It's so easy to make in advance,…

      • English Muffin with Peanut Butter and Strawberries by: Meggan

        January 28, 2013, 14:35

        An English muffin with peanut butter and strawberries isn't even really a recipe.  It's just a good idea: Start the day with nutrition. I started with a…

      • Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls by: Meggan

        October 31, 2012, 12:50

        Add a little pizza to your life with Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls! These Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls are perfect for a football game, a kid's party, or…

      • Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups by: Meggan

        July 21, 2011, 20:15

        This recipe for Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups developed out of a love for Vegetable Pizza.  However, I needed a version that would travel easily.  So,…

      • Homemade Lime Tortilla Chips by: Meggan

        June 14, 2011, 21:22

        Craving something salty?  Me too.  I avoid having chips and other unhealthy snacks around the house to save money, calories, and food waste (yeah right, as…

    • Category: Slow Cooker  (3)

      Slow Cooker Recipes

      • Slow Cooker Barbeque Pulled Pork by: Meggan

        April 26, 2013, 15:46

        Slow Cooker Barbeque Pulled Pork is just about as easy as it gets.  Put a pork roast in a slow cooker, cover it with apple sauce, cook.  Shred.  Sauce. …

      • Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans by: Meggan

        November 4, 2012, 19:19

        So excited to have Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans as part of Today's Top 9!  Thanks DailyBuzz Healthy Living! I like to think of this recipe as "Magic…

      • Slow Cooker Pasta Bean Soup by: Meggan

        November 3, 2012, 10:12

        This Slow Cooker Pasta Bean Soup is nothing short of amazing.  Soups can easily fall into categories like watery, bland, or unsatisfying.  Somehow this soup…

    • Category: Vegetables  (2)

      Vegetable Recipes

      • Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers by: Meggan

        May 16, 2013, 17:32

        I have always really liked this Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers  recipe.  In fact, last Thanksgiving when my dear friend Stephanie asked for a vegetarian option…

      • Roasted Brussels Sprouts by: Meggan

        April 29, 2013, 08:00

        Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a fool-proof way to enjoy this vegetable each and every time. I used to have a lot of trouble cooking Brussels Sprouts.  I'd…

    • Category: Condiments  (1)
      • Walnut Basil Pesto by: Meggan

        May 10, 2013, 18:37

        Walnut Basil Pesto is deceptively easy for how flavorful and luxurious it tastes.  It's the sort of thing that I don't make very often, but whenever I do, I…

  • Category: Cooking Tips  (2)
    • Freshly Ground Black Pepper by: Meggan

      July 4, 2011, 17:45

      Freshly Ground Black Pepper is worth the extra effort, and by the end of this post, you'll know why. Black pepper has been around a long time.  Sources on…

    • Fresh Garlic vs Jarred Garlic by: Meggan

      June 4, 2011, 13:02

      And so the eternal struggle of Fresh Garlic vs Jarred Garlic continues.  Nothing beats the convenience of jarred garlic – it keeps a long time in your…

  • Category: Products & Giveaways  (1)
    • Cookbook Giveaway! by: Meggan

      April 28, 2013, 12:22

      It's time for a Culinary Hill Cookbook Giveaway! Before Culinary Hill was a food blog, it was a cookbook.  It was small (150 recipes), mostly black and…