There is no better side dish in the summer than one that includes fresh corn from the cob. This dish goes together in no time, is full of flavor, and looks very pretty on the plate. We paired it with our flank steak recipe, but it would go great with any grilled meat or fish […]
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Gingered Flank Steak
It’s all in the marinade. This steak will melt in your mouth with an unbelievable amount of flavor. For the recipe of the pictured corn and pepper side dish, click here.
Quick Chicken Caesar Salad
Here is another idea for a quick lunch or light dinner to use up leftover chicken.
A Quick Side – Rice with Seasoned Black Beans
Need a quick side dish and have no time to run to the store? Keep a can of seasoned black beans (we like Bush’s) and rice in the pantry, and a tasty side dish is on the table in 20 minutes. Left over chicken, shrimp, or pork? Add it to the dish and it becomes […]
A Spectacular Summer Lunch – Deli Pasta Salad
Having some friends or family over for an afternoon of swimming? Make this deli pasta salad in the morning and lunch will be on the table in no time. Also, there is no mayonnaise in this recipe which makes it is a great dish to take to the beach or on a picnic!
What’s for Dessert? Stone Fruit and Berry Cobbler!
This is a wonderful summer dessert and a great way to get fruit into those picky eaters! Make it well ahead of when you want to serve as it needs to cool and set for about an hour.
If You Like Piña Coladas …
We do! These are very simple to make (only three ingredients). They follow our margarita recipe ratio: 3 – 2 – 1.
Easy Chicken Quesadillas
Leftover chicken? This is a great way to use it up. You could also make these with cooked shrimp instead of chicken. Either way, they are a crowd pleaser for an appetizer, lunch, or dinner. To make a complete meal, serve along with rice, a green salad, and tortilla chips.
Grilled Chicken Breasts with Chili Rub and Mango Salsa
Moist grilled chicken with a “kick” topped with a sweet mango salsa – wow doesn’t that sound good? If you are having a crowd over, just double or triple the recipe, as this is a great “make ahead” meal served at room temperature. Another tip – make extra chicken to use another day for chicken […]
Green Mango Salad with Chicken and Shrimp
The mango is often called the “king of fruits.” It has many health benefits – helps lower cholesterol, prevent certain cancers, promotes eye health, clears skin, improves digestion and boosts the immune system. Wow – we could all benefit from putting a little mango in our diets! Here’s a recipe that will help you […]
Fresh Pork and Shrimp Spring Rolls
These were a lot of fun to make (as you can see from the video link below). The rice paper rolls look like a plastic disc when you open the package. Once you thoroughly soak them, either by wiping them with a wet towel or dipping them into water, they become much more pliable […]
Asian Chicken and Peanut Lettuce Wraps
The crunch of crisp lettuce, the rich flavors of soy and ginger, and the saltiness of peanuts combine to make this one wonderful entrée. This dish is not only healthy, but is also fun to eat! Everyone from the kids to grandma will love gathering around the kitchen table piling their lettuce leaves with juicy […]
Crunchy Almond Spinach Salad – Asian Style
A great first course to any Asian dinner, this crunchy salad is full of flavor. A word of caution – take our suggestion of breaking up the Ramen noodles in a bowl to heart. They are very brittle will literally fly all over your kitchen if you’re not careful!
Ginger, Pork & Shrimp Dumplings
Wow your friends and family the next time you serve an appetizer or need to bring a pot luck dish with these delicious simple dumplings. This Asian recipe comes all the way from Australia thanks to Skye K. who is Jennifer’s (Vicki’s daughter), wonderful sister-in-law.
Tuk Tuk Martini
While visiting Siem Reap, Cambodia, Vicki and Skip went to dinner in a Tuk Tuk. This is a common way for tourists to navigate the crowded, busy city. They are called “Tuk Tuk’s” because that’s the sound the motorbike makes while it pulls the cart. What does that have to do with martinis? Actually, nothing […]
Spicy Asian Peanut Sesame Noodles
This is truly scrumptious! One of best parts about this recipe is that it is served at room temperature. We like it as a side dish, but you can make it a main meal by adding cooked chicken, shrimp or beef. Is it very spicy? It has about a medium heat. To make it more […]
Everyone Loves Chocolate-Dipped Waffle Cone Bars!
How about a great ice-cream dessert to serve on the patio. You can make this dessert way ahead of any simple celebration and left overs will stay just as good as day one for weeks to come.
Two Elegant Deviled Egg Recipes
Another great way to use hard-boiled eggs. A tip for success – use creme frâiche instead mayonnaise, it allows the wonderful flavors of salmon, crab and herbs to shine through. The recipes are simple. You can even make them a couple of days ahead of serving (keep refrigerated).
Divine Egg Salad
Egg salad sandwiches – same old, same old? Not at The Simple Celebration! By adding dill for flavor and celery for crunch, this will be the best egg salad you’ve tasted!
Hard-Boiled Egg Breakfast Casserole – Eggcellent!
Here is a quick-to-put-together breakfast casserole everyone will love. And it has bacon and potato chips in the recipe – what could be better?
Aromatic Sage and Rosemary Roast Pork
The key to a successful roast is to have a reliable meat thermometer and DON’T OVERCOOK! The wonderful aromas of this sage, rosemary, garlic, and mustard pork roast will fill your kitchen and have your mouth salivating – guaranteed! Make our roasted potato recipe along with the roast – they cook at the same […]
Greek Coconut Cake
The recipe for this non-pictured coconut cake comes courtesy of Vicki’s friend Paula from Australia who is Italian, married to a man named John, who is Greek, and this is his family’s recipe.
Colorful Tomato and Cheese Salad
This salad is often featured on Italian restaurant menus as a Caprese salad. However, you can substitute the mozzarella with other types of cheese to suit your taste. The key to this salad is to serve ripe and flavorful tomatoes (which sometimes are a challenge to find in sunny Florida for reasons beyond comprehension). If […]
“No-Cook” Fresh Tomato Sauce for Pasta and Much More
We love tomatoes – their bright color, their savory flavor, and their versatility. Here is a recipe for a no-cook sauce that can be used to top pasta, bruschetta, cooked fish, chicken, the sky’s the limit. One more thing, the aroma of this recipe is absolutely mouth-watering!
Grape Passion Martini
Give this Grape Passion Martini a try, it’s been called “the best cocktail ever” by some very experienced drinkers!
Garden Fresh Vegetable Risotto
This recipe is a great way to make sure the family gets their vegetables in a delicious way! All of the colorful vegetables make a nice presentation for your dinner table. This risotto makes a wonderful meal when served along with a salad, but if you have men in your life that ask “where’s the […]
Roasted Potatoes All Dressed Up
A delicious side dish to any meal!
Easy Dinner – Spicy Mushroom & Chipotlé Fundido
Another make-ahead meal to get dinner on the table in no time! Most of this recipe can be made in advance, then popped in the oven for 10 – 15 minutes.
Tiramisú – Easy AND Impressive
We are sure your family and friends will love this simple dessert – give it a try!
Another Meatless Meal – Penne Pasta with Fresh Herbs
Have you ever bought fresh herbs for a recipe and you have some left over, but aren’t sure what to do with them? This recipe is a simple, fresh, and tasty solution to using herbs before they go to waste.