For the Love of Cooking

Garlic and Herb Shrimp Skewers

by Pam on May 14, 2012

We went camping at the Oregon coast for Mother’s Day and all that sea air made me have a serious craving for seafood. I had shrimp in the freezer so I decided to make some garlic and herb shrimp...

Baked Eggs in Roasted Tomatoes

by Pam on May 13, 2012

I can’t get over how much I enjoyed this dish. I love that a few simple ingredients thrown together can make something so delicious! I roasted the grape tomatoes with a touch of olive oil, minced garlic, and basil...

Mexican Chopped Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette

by Pam on May 10, 2012

Last year I was lucky enough to be invited by Frigidaire, to go to Hollywood with my kids, so we could be a part of an event hosted by Jennifer Garner for Save the Children to kick off their Kids’ (good-for-you)...

Cilantro-Lime Marinated Flank Steak

by Pam on May 9, 2012

I saw this marinade recipe in the June 2012 issue of Cuisine at Home and decided to make it for dinner. I marinated the beef in half of the marinade for 3-4 hours before grilling it up. I served...

Italian Grinder

by Pam on May 8, 2012

My husband’s favorite sandwich in the world is an Italian Grinder from a place called Gambino’s in Moscow, Idaho where we went to college. He was recently really sick with a terrible head cold so I tried to re-create...

Mixed Berry, Banana, and Yogurt Smoothie

by Pam on May 7, 2012

It was 80 degrees here in Portland today – can you believe it? After all the rain we’ve been having it was wonderful to have a warm and sunny day! I made these smoothies for my kids’ after school...

Lemon Orzo Salad with Asparagus and Tomatoes AND Giveaway Winner!

by Pam on May 6, 2012

I found this side dish on A Big Mouthful and I am so glad I did. We absolutely loved everything about it. It was light, healthy, and full of flavor. The lemon gave the orzo a nice summery feel...

Cinco de Mayo Recipe Round up AND a Giveaway Giveaway Closed – Winner Announced!!!

by Pam on May 3, 2012

Here are some of my favorite Mexican recipes to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Enjoy your weekend! Side...

Paprika Panko Crusted Chicken Thighs

by Pam on May 2, 2012

I really REALLY loved this chicken recipe that I found on Cooking Light Done Right. Not only was it super quick and easy to make it tasted fantastic. The chicken thighs turned out very crispy on the outside and...

Italian Salad with Fresh Basil Vinaigrette

by Pam on May 1, 2012

I made this salad to go along with the Fresh Basil Vinaigrette that I posted yesterday. I can’t believe I’ve never made a salad with all of these goodies on it before. I loved the spicy pepperocinis with the...