Smoked Ham with a Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

Now that it's been more than a week since Easter, I'm finally posting about our Easter ham this year.  It's more than a little ironic... I never used to eat ham at all.  In fact, Grandma would always make something extra so I wouldn't have to eat any.  And this year, I volunteered not only to cook the meat, but I ate my fair share too.  Here is a recipe for a special sauce to cook your ham in, it's a little different, but adds so much flavor to the meat.

Greek Chicken Pitas

Here is a quick and easy recipe for a weeknight meal.  You can do most of the preparation in the morning before work, and then pull it all together when you get home.  We had it for dinner tonight for the first time and really enjoyed them. I hope you like them too!
 

 

The Next Best Thing to Robert Redford

Last weekend when our families were here to visit we celebrated Mr. Wonderful's birthday.  The cake his mom has made for years is also a favorite at my family's house... with a few differences.  Both are delicious.  This dish goes against my philosophy of all-natural, wholesome foods, but it is so tasty, I suppose that a little bit once in a while won't hurt.  I should probably also explain the name.  My family calls this tasty dessert "The Next Best Thing to Robert Redford" - where the name came from I can't be sure.  I do know that Robert Redford is pretty yummy, and so is this dessert.  You can decide which one is the best, and which one comes in second.

Parmesan Lemon Pepper Tilapia

We have fish around here 2-3 times a month... it's good for you, and it breaks up the cycle of pork and beef.  I have tried several different ways to prepare it.  Fried with tartar sauce is my favorite, but this is a close second.  I usually buy tilapia when I buy fish, but any white fish (such as cod or haddock) would work in this recipe. To complete the meal I served a rice and broccoli pilaf on the side.

Basic Salad Dressing

Have you ever looked at the ingredient list for store bought salad dressing?  Take a look sometime, and I bet you'll start making your own.  Here's a great one to start with.  It's light and simple, and super yummy.  Thanks to my friend Diane for sharing.