Roasted Tomatoes and Basil Chutney

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We have a little booth at our local flea market in the summer months. The market is only open on Tuesday and Wednesday, so by the end of the day on Wednesday if the people selling produce end up with a lot of leftovers, they'll fill up grocery bags randomly with whatever they have left and let the rest of us vendors buy the mystery produce bags for $5 each. It's quite a bargain since there's usually $20 or more worth of goodies in each bag. The only drawback is, you might have to do some heavy duty meal planning around those mystery bags to get the most bang for your buck. This week my husband brought home a bag and I'm pretty sure at least half of it was filled with various tomatoes. Now, I adore tomatoes and can eat them daily, but even I was like wtf am I supposed to do with half of a grocery bag filled with tomatoes? But then I remembered that I had a few tomato chutney recipes from Golden Blossom Honey saved that I was planning on trying this summer, so it all worked out in my favor. I waffled between 2 recipes but ended up going for their Roasted Tomatoes and Basil Chutney because it sounded like it would make for a great dip placed in the middle of a cracker charcuterie board which would be a great idea for anyone who needs a quick appetizer idea for their Independence Day gatherings this year. 

 

 

I liked the idea of using this as an appetizer, but you could also use it as a burger topping, or serve with chicken or fish and it would be equally as delicious. It has a great Mediterranean summer flavor, making it a wonderful addition to your backyard BBQ's this season. If you want to keep it exciting the second time you put it together, swap the Parmesan cheese for feta to shift the flavor profile a tad. This is one of those easy recipes that is fun to experiment with and inexpensive enough to change up time and again. Or keep it as is, because classic recipes are never out of style. 

Ingredients

1 pound plum tomatoes, chopped

1 Tablespoon dried basil

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1 teaspoon GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

pepper to taste

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Have a safe and happy 4th this year! 

Apple Tart

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BOOM go the fireworks every night, so we're officially in the 'Merica stage of summer. Nothing screams patriotism like blowing your money up in a 20 second spark of smoky colors, but if you literally have money to burn, who am I to judge? As long as you aren't raising eyebrows at my way of celebrating Independence Day by stuffing my face with a freshly baked apple pie, then we're both good. We don't have any plans for the holiday this year, but I suspect that I'll get a free firework show from my neighbors whether I want one or not. We live at the end of a court, so the street in front of my house is a popular spot for the neighborhood pyrotechnics. And because I do like my neighbors, I'll probably pull up a lawn chair and offer up some apple pie. Or, probably just an Apple Tart since I found a recipe on Golden Blossom Honey that was much easier and just as tasty without the extra step of adding a lattice crust to the top.

 

 

While I am a huge fan of pie crust and love the extra crust that you get as a topping on a pie, sometimes I just prefer the simplicity of not having to put more effort into a dessert than necessary, and that's when tarts come in handy. However, I did double the crust portion of the recipe, so I was able to sneak in extra crust without the extra work. I also did add an extra apple because honestly, the more the merrier, right? This tart is best served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, but you certainly won't hear me turning down a slice a day or two later. So while you're out there this 4th letting the fireworks stimulate your eyes and ears, add in this Apple Tart to the festivities as well and consider it fireworks for the taste buds. Because that's the American way. 

 

Ingredients

Crust:

1 cup flour

1 tablespoon sugar

1/2 cup chilled butter, cut into small pieces

1 1/2 tablespoons water

1 egg yolk

Filling:

1 tablespoon sugar

1 tablespoon flour

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon grated orange zest

3 large Golden Delicious apples

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1/2 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY, divided

1 tablespoon chilled butter, cut into small pieces

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Will you be lighting fireworks or attending a firework display this year?   

Swordfish with Honey Lime Sauce and Walnut Topping

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A few times a year I do like to treat my husband by centering dinner around seafood. It's usually salmon or shrimp since those are widely available at all of the grocers in my area. However, Meijer is trying to up their store brand with their Fredrick's by Meijer line of products consuming a lot of the shelf space these days, and I noticed that they added some additional seafood under their brand and put it on sale recently. I have never made swordfish before, but I took a leap of faith because not only was it on sale, the coupon fairy left a $3 coupon for it on the shelf and who am I to ignore signs that the universe sends my way? Not really having a clue on how to best prepare the swordfish, I did what I always do and ran to Golden Blossom Honey's recipe index to see if they had any suggestions. Thankfully, they had several to choose from, so I picked one that I knew that I already had all of the ingredients for and set off to make their Swordfish with Honey Lime Sauce and Walnut Topping.   

 

 

From my understanding, swordfish is pretty bland on its own, so I was happy to see not only a delicious lime sauce for basting, but also a walnut topping for the finish. There was cilantro in the recipe, which I personally cannot stand (I am one of those people that have the gene that makes it taste like soap) so any time a recipe has it as an ingredient, it's an immediate nope from me. However, I thought I would be brave and sneaked a little taste of the lime sauce and was pleasantly surprised to find that I quite enjoyed it! This is a very quick and easy dinner idea, but it plates up beautifully, so it could work for a special Father's Day dinner this Sunday, or you could serve it for your Independence Day celebrations. It's also a perfect weeknight meal, requiring no special occasion at all to treat yourself to this summertime seafood entree. 

Ingredients

4 (6 ounce) swordfish steaks

Sauce:

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 large clove garlic, minced

1/2 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Walnut Topping:

1/3 cup chopped walnuts

1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

1 tablespoon GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon olive oil

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What's on the Father's Day menu at your place this year?   

Turkey Salad with Cherries and Walnuts

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I usually try to hold out as long as possible, but I finally broke down and turned my air conditioning on this week. The temps were getting a little too spicy, even for this warm weather loving girl. We had a few days where a heat advisory was in effect, and when that happens, we minimize our stove top and oven use. Those days we eat light, usually opting for simple meals that consist of sandwiches or salads. So when the high temps hit this week, I decided to serve one of my favorite Golden Blossom Honey salads: Turkey Salad with Cherries and Walnuts for dinner. 

 

In the summer months I love topping my salads with fruits. Most restaurants in my area usually have a strawberry and nut variety on the menu, and while I do adore that combo occasionally, I actually prefer a cherry and nut blend if given the choice. That's why I heavily lean on this recipe during warm spells. The dressing is mild with a hint of tang but pairs quite well with the turkey mixture. While there is mayo in the turkey salad portion, it's not a lot so it won't sit heavy in the belly which is really important to me on those extra hot days. If you aren't a turkey fan, you can easily swap that out for ham or grilled chicken, or leave it out altogether. If you'd like to make this a complete meal without oven use, add a side of crusty bread or dinner rolls for a light, yet fulfilling meal. 

 

Ingredients

1 pound smoked turkey breast, diced (ask the deli to slice a thick piece)

1/2 cup scallions, chopped

3/4 cup celery, chopped

1/3 cup mayonnaise, regular or low-fat

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme

2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and coarsely chopped

1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped

5 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar

2 tablespoons SOUTHERN BLOSSOM HONEY

salt and pepper to taste

10 ounces mixed baby greens

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Are you running air conditioning daily now also?

Ham Toasts with Corn and Red Pepper Relish Appetizer

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I always feel like June officially marks the start of the summer party season. We've got Father's Day celebrations this month, then I personally have a wedding and graduation coming up soon, so there will be no shortage of spending time with good family, good friends, and good food. Most of the celebrations I'll be attending this summer will be hosted outdoors, and while I am not required to bring a dish to any of the events, I was raised to never show up empty handed. So, for the grad party that's hosted at the park next week, I thought bringing picnic type finger foods would be a nice contribution and would most likely pair well with what the host already has planned to serve the guests. I snatched up this Ham Toasts with Corn and Red Pepper Relish Appetizer from Golden Blossom Honey a few months back and have been anxiously awaiting the party season to start so I finally have a reason to whip it together. 

 

 

These little bite sized appetizers are the perfect finger foods for outdoor entertaining. Garden fresh veggies top little toasts for the most delicious, mouthwatering summer snack. The original recipe says to use slices of whole grain bread cut into quarters, but you know if I can find a shortcut that's just as good, I'm going to make that swap. I grabbed a sleeve of mini party bread from the deli which helped cut down on the prep (which was already minimal) and kept everything uniform and neat in size. You can assemble them ahead of time, or you could make them charcuterie style by putting the bread, meat, and relish spread out on a wooden board and let the guests put as little or as much of each topping on their toasts as they like. Either way, this is going to be a popular crowd pleasing appetizer for every summer event you're hosting or attending this year. 

 

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/3 cup red onion, chopped

1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped

1 cup frozen corn, thawed

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1 teaspoon ground thyme

1 teaspoon grainy mustard

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 pinch cayenne pepper

4 slices hearty whole grain bread

8 slices lean smoked ham

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Have you received any outdoor event invites for this summer yet?  

Potatoes with Spiced Walnuts

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My best friend was visiting from Georgia this week and I was pretty excited that the weather held out both days she was in town. I feel like we had a very windy, rainy, chilly May, so she must have brought that Georgia sunshine with her because it was finally nice enough that we could clean off the patio furniture and have our first outdoor meal of the season. While out on the deck, I found myself thinking about all of the upcoming summer gatherings and getting excited for those backyard barbecue foods that are about to fill plates real soon. I'll never turn down a potato salad, but those can be tricky in the summer heat if they are mayo based because you have a short window for serving before it starts to go bad. But, I found a new potato side dish that I plan to use this summer instead so we don't have to rush to side dish serving: Potatoes With Spiced Walnuts, a Golden Blossom Honey recipe. 

 

 

You know I am a fan of easy, cheap, and delicious recipes, and this one fits the bill for all 3 of those requirements. I simply toss some red potatoes into my steamer while preparing the dressing and we have a complete potato side dish ready in under 15 minutes. I like that this recipe doesn't have heavy mayo as a base ingredient. It does have bacon, which could be a bit heavy in the tummy, but I think it could be left out and it wouldn't make too much of a difference where flavor is concerned since the dressing is quite bold and flavorful in itself. These potatoes can be served warm or cold, so they are the perfect summertime side dish for all of your picnic, barbecue, and backyard gatherings all season long. 

 

Ingredients

Toasted Walnuts:

1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon butter, melted

Potatoes:

2 pounds small red skinned potatoes

Dressing:

5 slices bacon

1/2 cup scallions, minced

1/2 cup celery, chopped

1/3 cup dry sherry

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

1 Tablespoon GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY MUSTARD

3 Tablespoons parsley, chopped

1/3 cup vegetable oil

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What's your favorite picnic side dish?