Category Archives: Lunch & Dinner Eats

Velvety Lemon Sauce

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

I got this recipe from a box of butter years ago and fell in love with it. I mean, I fell hard. I adore lemon on vegetables so of course adding even more delicious ingredients only makes it that much … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower & Leek Mash

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

When you have a craving for mashed potatoes but don’t want the carbs that come along with them this cauliflower and leek mash is the way to go.

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Kale & Basil Pesto

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Winter has nothing on this light and fresh meal. Try as it might, it cannot take away the summery burst of freshness in this kale and basil pesto served over zucchini noodles.

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Gas Station Salad

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Please do not stop reading based on the title of this wonderful salad. For this dish inspiration came from an incredibly strange place, a gas station, so it only seemed fitting that is what I should call this dish.

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Roasted Butternut Squash & Pumpkin Soup with Ginger Beet Puree

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

I have been on a soup kick lately and cannot get enough of it. I always make a large batch of butternut squash soup and freeze the leftovers. It makes a quick and easy weeknight meal and thaws in no … Continue reading →

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Italian Pressed Sandwiches (and another road trip)

Posted on October 18, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

We took a road trip to Alabama for my grandfather’s surprise 80th birthday party. Friends and family came in from all over the country to celebrate. It was an awesome time where surprises were everywhere, memories were made and reuniting … Continue reading →

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Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

The cool air and grey skies make me want a good bowl of soup. Mushrooms, barley and lentils make this hearty soup perfect for rainy fall days. I love cremini mushrooms. They have a stronger flavor than standard white mushrooms. … Continue reading →

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Apple Ham & Cheese Hand Pies

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Next in line to autumn pumpkin craziness comes natures sweetest fall bounty, apples. While most apples are destined for snacking or sweets I wanted to use them for a more savory meal. Our local orchard had several types of apples … Continue reading →

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Panzanella (Bread) Salad

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Panza-what? This Tuscan salad is a mouthful to pronounce. Traditionally, it contains oil, vinegar, onions and other vegetables with the bread soaked in the liquid. My favorite way to prepare it keeps the bread slightly crunchy still and makes the … Continue reading →

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Cherry Salsa & Spiced Pork Chops

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Cherry season is over. It is a sad time for me because that is one of the things I look forward to the most during summer. Plump, bountiful and finally reasonably priced I stock up, pit and freeze as many … Continue reading →

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