Posts in category 'Food'

Indulge in a delightful and effortless salad, made just for warm summer evenings. This refreshing salad highlights the vibrant flavors of seasonal ingredients like red peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, and corn. The dressing perfectly balances the subtle sweetness and tanginess of limes and buttermilk, and lasts in the fridge for up to a week.

Mexican Chicken Salad with Buttermilk Lime Dressing

Photo and recipe by Kristina Case, adapted from Catherine Newman

• Juice of 2 limes (around ⅓ cup), plus the finely grated zest of one of the limes
• 2 tsp. kosher salt, divided use
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced
• 2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts...

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One of the best ways to enjoy summer? A delicious ice cream treat. Here are some spots our real estate agents recommend to get a scoop at:

• Fanci Freez  Boise: 1402 W State St (at 14th St.), Meridian: 1750 McMillan, Ste 100

A local favorite, Fanci Freez has been serving up ice cream since 1947. Customers keep coming back for favorites like their dipped cones, the Boston shake and ice cream sundaes.

• Delsa's Ice Cream Parlor 7923 W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID

Delsa's has been serving up homemade ic...

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This is an easy and healthy dinner that comes together pretty quickly and can easily be made gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce. I prefer using ground chicken, and the leftovers are fabulous in a salad.  I usually serve with potstickers (gyoza) and Trader Joes has a gyoza sauce that works for both the gyoza and lettuce wraps. Other veggies that are good additions: diced cucumber, sauteed mushrooms or red peppers.

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Recipe by Kristina Case, adapted from Iowa Girl Eats

• • 1lb ground chicken or turkey breast
  • 1/2 onion, minced
  • salt & pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

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A French favorite

The French always have it right when it comes to food and crêpes are no exception. These simple treats are enjoyed at breakfast, as a snack (a popular street food in Paris) or dessert. Consider setting up a crêpe bar for a fun weekend brunch, complete with all the fillings and toppings.

 Crêpes are actually very easy to make and the key to a good is a nonstick pan, unless you are fortunate to have a large, round griddle like they make them on in France.

INGREDIENTS 

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• dash salt
• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup melted butter

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Show Your Love with Sugar Cookies

Be a hero this Valentine's Day by making some incredible sugar cookies from a family recipe shared by Kristina Case, a designer on our marketing team. Whether you want something for your sweetheart, your entire family, or your child's class at school, these will hit the mark.

An important thing to remember before you start: let the butter soften to room temperature. This is key. Don't try to soften it in the microwave or use it fresh out of the fridge.

Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

1 c. butter softened
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 ½ c flour
2 TBL orange juice
1 TBL vanilla
1 tsp baking powder

Beat sugar and butter until fluffy, add egg and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and orange juice.  Beat well until mixed. Put dough i...

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