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Tuna Pasta Salad

Tuna Pasta Salad

By adding cooked pasta, this transforms tuna salad into a full meal or side dish. This is a favorite of my wife, who doesn’t like fish but very much likes tuna (go figure!).Given the amount of other ingredients, it may seem like there’s not much 

Energy Bites

Energy Bites

These are a delicious snack that is great for the kids or out on a hike – they’re so good my grandson calls them cookie balls! They are also a healthy snack that can fuel your next adventure. These are easy to make and keep 

Honey Mustard Sauce

Honey Mustard Sauce

This is a simple and delicious sauce that goes well on grilled pork, chicken, or fish. It whips up in a few minutes and compliments the flavor of whatever you serve it with.This recipe comes courtesy of Pitmaster X.

Pork Tenderloin

Pork Tenderloin

This is an easy and delicious meal, which is also quick, easy and economical. It is very predictable to cook, which makes it an dependable meal for you to prepare. The pork tenderloin is the same muscle as the beef filet mignon; it is extremely 

Fruit Rolls

Fruit Rolls

You can buy these from the store, or, you can make them at home. It can be done in a convection oven, but it is easier in a food dehydrator. Also, by making them at home you can choose your own flavor combinations. These snacks 

Fried Green Beans

Fried Green Beans

If you like your beans bright and crispy, this is the recipe for you. And no one will complain when bacon is part of the recipe.

Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

We have a new grill that includes a rotisserie, and when I saw this recipe I wanted to give it a try. This recipe has it’s roots in the Levant region of the Ottoman Empire and Shawarma in turn was the inspiration for Turkish doner 

Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf

Pilaf is a traditional side dish in South Asian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. It’s history dates back at least 1,000 years and it was the inspiration for Spanish Paella and Mexican Rice.This version was inspired by recipes from Served from Scratch and Tastes Better 

Grilled Tri Tip

Grilled Tri Tip

This cut of beef comes from bottom of the sirloin. Because of it’s size and shape, it is commonly cooked like a roast but it tastes like a steak. Keep it Medium Rare and it will be tender and flavorful like a sirloin steak. The 

Amish Style Potato Salad

Amish Style Potato Salad

Potato salad is an old fashioned and delicious staple for summer parties. This Amish style recipe is particularly rich and flavorful, and makes a large batch for your next get together.