Watermelon and Tomato Salad

Try adding feta cheese for a variationIngredients:3 medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into ¾ inch pieces2 cups seeded watermelon, cut into ¾ inch pieces1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into ¾ inch pieces1 avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into ¾ inch pieces1 T...

Mexican Style Breakfast Tacos

There are many variations that would be great – try adding sautéed potatoes, peppers, or onions as well.Ingredients:6 oz chorizo (or other) sausage8 6-inch corn tortillas6 farm fresh eggs¼ cup milkpepper & salt1 cup queso blanco (or other cheese)1 dash hot sauce½...

Summer Minestrone Soup with Pesto

Try this soup using other fresh vegetables or herbs you have on hand.Ingredients:3 T olive oil1 medium onion, chopped6 cups low-salt chicken broth2 carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds2 celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch pieces4 small red-skinned potatoes,...

Fresh Peach Salsa

This simple peach salsa can be made in advance and simply eaten with chips or served with grilled fish, chicken or pork.  Combine all ingredients in a non-reactive bowl. Mix well, taste for seasoning and refrigerate until serving.Ingredients:6 fresh Texas peaches,...

Figs in a Blanket

Recipe courtesy of Mozzarella CompanyFor a variation, try using local melons in place of figs.Ingredients:3 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided for separate use8 very thin slices prosciutto, about 1/4 pound1/2 cup (4 ounces) soft, Texas Goat Cheese8 fresh ripe figs or...

Stir Fried Beef, Broccoli and Sweet Potato

Can also be made with kale. Serve with rice. Ingredients:¼ cup water1 T brown sugar3 T oyster sauce or fish sauce¼ tsp dried crushed red pepper1 lb flank steak, cut in half lengthwise then crosswise into ¼ inch thick slices1 ½ T flour2 ½ T sesame oil4 cups broccoli...