Category: Salad Dressing

Tangerine & Greens with Maple Viniagrette Mason Jar Salads

January 2, 2023

When I first discovered the efficiency, versatility, and freshness of Mason jar salads it was life-changing. They are easy to make, keep for up to a week in the refrigerator, and are visually appealing (I think they look like lovely edible terrarium gardens).
Salads packed in a jar are a great way to encourage yourself, and your family, to eat more fruit and vegetables and reduce waste. … More Tangerine & Greens with Maple Viniagrette Mason Jar Salads

Top 10 Most Popular Recipes of 2020

December 28, 2020

As I reflect on 2020, I decided that I would look back at the traffic on Produce with Amy and share the top 10 most popular recipes from 2020. I thought it was interesting that the top two recipes were not new ones – but ones that I created when I first started blogging. I love that people find my posts helpful and enjoy the recipes that I create … More Top 10 Most Popular Recipes of 2020

SUNSHINE BOWLS WITH KICKY MANGO VINAIGRETTE

January 25, 2019

“The elimination diet: Remove anger, regret, resentment, guilt, blame, and worry. Then watch your health, and life, improve.” ― Charles F. Glassman It is that time of the year where many people make healthy resolutions (and perhaps have already abandoned them). If you are like me you believe, no matter how difficult it is, that … More SUNSHINE BOWLS WITH KICKY MANGO VINAIGRETTE

SPINACH SALAD WITH PEARS, DRIED CHERRIES, & CHERRY VINIAGRETTE

January 13, 2019

“Instruction is good for a child; but example is worth more.” ― Alexandre Dumas This winter as we headed into the winter holiday season, I was reminded of a quote I read. It went something like, “Don’t put yourself in debt to tell someone how much you love them.” That makes sense. As a writing … More SPINACH SALAD WITH PEARS, DRIED CHERRIES, & CHERRY VINIAGRETTE

Peach Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese, Pistachios, & Raspberry Orange Dill Dressing

August 11, 2017

“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.”  ― Henry David Thoreau, Walden Autumn, tinged in bittersweet emotion, is … More Peach Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese, Pistachios, & Raspberry Orange Dill Dressing

Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potato with Pomegranate Balsamic Vinaigrette

February 20, 2017

“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.” -Margaret Atwood Though I refuse to wish my days away, I am dreaming of dirt season. Each day I watch the snow banks recede (or loom larger) and imagine the bulbs that I planted last fall begin to tingle with life. … More Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potato with Pomegranate Balsamic Vinaigrette

Quadruple Berry Salad with Caramelized Pecans and Raspberry Vinaigrette

February 1, 2016

“Do stuff. Be clenched, curious. Not waiting for inspiration’s shove or society’s kiss on your forehead. Pay attention. It’s all about paying attention. Attention is vitality. It connects you with others. It makes you eager. Stay eager.” ― Susan Sontag As an English teacher, I make a living out of helping my students find connections … More Quadruple Berry Salad with Caramelized Pecans and Raspberry Vinaigrette

Strawberry Mango Salsa and Black Bean Jar Salads

April 28, 2015

“April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.” ~ William Shakespeare Even though there has been a chill in the morning air, I witnessed subtle shades of green appearing in nature on my morning commute. I will never take the promise of spring for granted. After a long winter it feels like my responsibility to … More Strawberry Mango Salsa and Black Bean Jar Salads