Lisa on December 30th, 2009

Now that there’s actually snow on the ground (the horror!), I’m thinking about the Caribbean.  Hearty stews are a superlative winter dish, of course, and it’s always fun to haul out the fondue pot, but what I really want during the wintertime is to be warm, and what better way to do that than come [...]

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Lisa on December 28th, 2009

What do shrimp, salmon, avocado, and Boston lettuce have in common?  They’re all smooth — in the case of avocado, downright creamy — and full-flavored, and when you put them together, you get a very tasty, quick, well-balanced meal.  (And since the salad is served cold, it’s also a great way to use leftover cooked [...]

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Lisa on August 21st, 2009

Here’s a quick idea for your next dinner party, cocktail obligation, or solo supper:  sautéed shrimp with salsa.  It’s very similar to Shrimp Scampi, except that instead of garlic and butter, you use salsa (either homemade or the store-bought “fresh” style).  This appetizer is fast, easy, and delicious…and you could expand it into a main [...]

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Lisa on January 17th, 2009

Cabin fever strikes again!  This time, I’ve paired shrimp with avocado and mango to escape the winter blues.  This salad is refreshing for the tongue and for the eyes…and with the protein and calcium from the shrimp, the antioxidants from the mangoes, the fiber and good fat from the avocadoes, and the omega-3s from the [...]

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Lisa on December 13th, 2008

I love snap peas and I love shrimp, so I thought, “Why not combine them?” And with the addition of the water chestnuts and baby corn, this stir fry hinges on the exotic. (Note: you’ll find the water chestnuts in the Asian food section at the grocery store. You might have to search a bit [...]

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