Spicy Peanut Chicken Satay

Spicy Peanut Chicken Satay

Dinner on a skewer makes me feel a bit adventurous and whimsical. You can thread just about any protein, fruit or vegetable on a stick and after only a few minutes over the heat, voila, dinner is served! Chicken is great for skewering because it cooks so quickly. Just look at the crispy brown edges of the caramelized marinade. It makes your mouth water!

The marinade in this peanut satay has the luscious, creamy, peanutty flavor, and citrusy-ginger zing common in traditional satay marinades, however, it is a bit spicier than you may be used to. (My sriracha obsession shows up again here.) So if you prefer a tamer flavor, reduce or omit the chile sauce. Although I highly discourage it!

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Creamy Greek Goddess Dressing

Creamy Greek Goddess Dressing

As I was watering my herb garden the other morning, the gentlest of breezes blew across my face, teasing me with the bright, fresh aromas of dill, parsley, and basil. Immediately, my sensory memories went back in time to an avocado and fresh herb Greek goddess dressing I remembered eating as a kid. Ever since that morning, I’ve had an insatiable craving for the dressing, so today was the day to put that memory to rest and whip up a bottle.

What I love about this recipe is it’s more than just a dressing. The thick, rich, creamy consistency of the blended herbs, avocado and mayonnaise lends itself to also being great as a vegetable dip, a marinade or even as a spread on a sandwich. And just look at that beautiful green color!

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Salmon Pillows with Basil Cream Sauce

Salmon Pillows with Basil Cream Sauce

I love the ease of using puff pastry dough. It bakes up crisp and flakey every time without fail, and can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. These salmon pillows are light and flaky on the outside and delicate and silky on the inside. Plus they’re super easy to make. You can also control the ratio of salmon to cream cheese depending on your palate. The fresh basil cream sauce has a bright, nutty flavor, and pairs beautifully with the salmon. Give one a dip, take a bite and be prepared for a ‘yum’ moment!
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