Happy Sunday, I hope you’re having an awesome weekend. The weather is perfect in Santa Ynez — sunny, slight breeze and high 70’s. This week is going to be busy preparing for my granddaughter’s fourth birthday. Hard to believe she’s four already and this year it’s a Trolls theme, so the cake is going to be swirls of blue and pink with figurines from the movie. She usually has a jump house at her party — something this grandma can’t wait to take part in, even though it will be low 90’s at partytime next week — I love a good trampoline.
This week begins the month of August, so let’s kick Monday off with Marinated Feta Salad. It’s packed with arugula, cherry tomatoes and feta, which can be flaked into pieces as you serve. Tuesday is usually tacos, however I thought Mexican Turkey Burger Sliders sounded pretty tasty and they are not difficult to make. Pickled jalapenos really add a kick and melt into the gooey cheese, so they don’t slide off. Wednesday is pizza night and Creamy Corn, Salami and Serrano Flatbread really satisfies those cravings. You can make it in your oven, pizza oven, or on the grill to keep things cool in the kitchen. If using a grill, place the dough on the grates and cook until firm on first side. Flip crust over and load with toppings until bubbling and melty good. On Thursday, we need to kick things up a bit and Baharat Spiced Beef is a Middle Eastern dish that’s made with ground beef and pantry spices. It’s definitely worth trying out to change things up on your menu this week. Friday night needs a cocktail and my Frozen Watermelon Strawberry Margaritas will surely cool you down and set the mood for the weekend. You can leave the alcohol out and keep them virgin for the non-drinkers. Saturday’s are for baking my Mixed Berry Muffin Cookies. Are they a cookie or a muffin? That’s for you to decide, but they are delicious. Have a happy week ahead.
Monday
Marinated Feta Salad – Recipe!
Tuesday
Mexican Turkey Burger Sliders – Recipe!
Wednesday
Creamy Corn, Salami & Serrano Flatbread – Recipe!
Thursday
Baharat Ground Beef – Recipe!
Friday
Frozen Watermelon Strawberry Margaritas – Recipe!
Saturday
Mixed Berry Muffin Cookies – Recipe!
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