Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Salsa Verde

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Recently Paul and I found a delicious Mexican restaurant. After just one meal there it will be our go-to Mexican restaurant. I ordered a pork quesadilla that had a tomatillo salsa generously served on top. The salsa was incredibly good. So, I set out to make my own version at home. This salsa verde is reminiscent of tangy green apples with a juicy spice and hint of cilantro. Most of the time jarred salsa verde is cooked. If I had to guess the salsa verde at the Mexican restaurant was raw … [Read more...]

Fish Tacos with Tropical Fruit Salsa

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‘Tis the season for fish tacos. ‘Tis the season for mangos, kiwis, and avocados.  Oh, my! Fish tacos are summery, refreshing, and festive. They are perfect to cook during the hot, humid summer months; you only need to turn your oven on for 10 minutes to cook the fish. Cut up some fruit and you’re ready to eat. The fish is seasoned to perfection and the sweet and spicy tropical fruit salsa is all you need to top off this beauty of a taco. You must try these Fish Tacos with Tropical Fruit … [Read more...]

Creamy Carrot Dip

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If you love to eat something creamy, something that you can dip a crunchy cracker, chip, or veggie into repeatedly, raise your hand! If you didn’t raise your hand, are you even human? I love, love dips. There is something comforting about the smooth creamy texture of a dip being transported into your mouth by a crunchy, edible spoon. This is probably the reason that I enjoy eating both guacamole and hummus so much. This creamy carrot dip is incredibly addicting. It is smooth and creamy, … [Read more...]

Pesto and Mozzarella-Stuffed Potato Skins

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After making my Taco-stuffed potato skins, I realized that potato skins are a blank canvas for any combination of flavors. I needed more of these crunchy little dudes in my life. This time, we are keeping it light. Homemade pesto, homemade roasted red pepper, and fresh mozzarella slices that are melted to perfection. That’s it. Simple, yet bursting with flavor and a hint of sophistication. The pesto is nutty, salty, and herby. The roasted red pepper adds a roasted sweetness, and the … [Read more...]