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Recipes I love or new ones I have found that intrigue me.

Author: Melinda

Writing about the recipes I love new and old.
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Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Chipotle Cookies | Sprinkle and a Dash Main

Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Chipotle Cookies

August 9, 2018August 13, 2018 Melinda

If you haven’t tried chocolate and chipotle together yet, you have been depriving yourself of an amazing flavor combination. It may be a Green Eggs and Ham kind of thing, but if you try these Gluten-free Double Chocolate Chipotle Cookies … Continue reading Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Chipotle Cookies

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Oahu Excursions Worth Every Penny

August 5, 2018September 5, 2018 Melinda

You could just sit on a beach in Hawaii. Or, you could add an adventure or two with out breaking the bank.   Kualoa ATV Tour … Continue reading Oahu Excursions Worth Every Penny

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Papaya and Mango Fools | Sprinkle and a Dash | Creamy 5 minute Dessert

5 Minute Tropical Papaya and Mango Fools

August 2, 2018August 1, 2018 Melinda

This dessert takes 5 minutes to whip up. Only 5 ingredients too. Since we are on the topic of Hawaii, why not? I wish you could taste those juicy mangos on top. Oh, don’t leave them out. If you can … Continue reading 5 Minute Tropical Papaya and Mango Fools

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10 Oahu Beaches You Must Enjoy | Sprinkle and a Dash | Three Tables Beach Oahu 2

10 Oahu Beaches You Must Enjoy

July 31, 2018September 5, 2018 Melinda

A few years ago my husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary. We had never had the time or funds we thought to go to Hawaii. … Continue reading 10 Oahu Beaches You Must Enjoy

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Hawaii Edition 2018 – Oahu

July 27, 2018September 5, 2018 Melinda

The Hawaiian Islands are probably my favorite places to visit; you really can’t go wrong planning a vacation to any of them. Just do it!  This … Continue reading Hawaii Edition 2018 – Oahu

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Chocolate Chunk Macaroons 1

Chocolate Chunk Macaroons

January 24, 2018 Melinda

I LOVE these cookies! Over the years, I have decided on a short list of favorite cookie recipes. These Chocolate Chunk Macaroons are my favorite coconut cookies! Perfectly, toasty and chewy they are decadent and candy-like. Butterscotch Gingerbread  Is my go … Continue reading Chocolate Chunk Macaroons

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Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein 3

Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein

January 19, 2018September 2, 2018 Melinda

I am not fond of diets, especially low-carb anything.  In 2017 merely by coincidence I came across HCG and gave it a try.  It, unlike any other diet I tried gave me results. Then son #3 began studying Culinary Arts … Continue reading Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein

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Cooking with Children – Around the World

January 17, 2018 Melinda

  It’s been a long time since I’ve sat down to write.  Happy, busy days, I guess. Since I have been away and  I feel guilty for neglecting my blog, I thought it would be fun to share recipes my … Continue reading Cooking with Children – Around the World

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Caper and Lemon Pepper Cod with Savory Braised Cabbage

Caper and Lemon Pepper Cod over Savory Braised Cabbage

June 26, 2017 Melinda

I usually prefer my fish grilled or blackened, but I found gently cooking fish over a bed of savory vegetables to be quite satisfying. This recipe is ready to enjoy in just a few minutes with very minimal prep-work and … Continue reading Caper and Lemon Pepper Cod over Savory Braised Cabbage

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Hawaiian Ahi Poke with Pineapple 1

Hawaiian Ahi Poke with Pineapple

June 20, 2017 Melinda

The last few months have been a whirlwind of busy happiness.  I think there IS such a thing if you doubt me.  My plates were spinning quite fast and now have come to a rest.  The engagement and finally wedding … Continue reading Hawaiian Ahi Poke with Pineapple

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Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes 1

Luscious Warm Blueberry Sauce

April 22, 2017 Melinda

This incredible sauce would be great over ice cream, yogurt, obviously pancakes, or on top of so many other things I can think of. Here I used it with Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes from The Cheesecake Factory. Enjoy! Luscious Warm Blueberry Sauce Ingredients: 3 … Continue reading Luscious Warm Blueberry Sauce

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Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes (The Cheesecake Factory)

April 22, 2017 Melinda

I know I have been away awhile, a long while.  Honestly I have been thinking about Sprinkle and a Dash, but life has kept me busy. Son#1 is getting married in a few weeks and Son #2 graduates from High … Continue reading Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes (The Cheesecake Factory)

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Mango Sorbet | Sprinkle and a Dash

Mango Sorbet

January 6, 2017January 6, 2017 Melinda

I made this some months ago and though it’s winter here at home, somehow I still crave something cold and sweet.  This Mango Sorbet can be made in just a little over 30 minutes for soft serve, or freeze a … Continue reading Mango Sorbet

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Impossible Cake (aka Rick Bayless’s Chocoflan)

December 27, 2016September 5, 2018 Melinda

I hope you had a very happy Holiday.  I know I haven’t posted in quite some time. Life sometimes forces hobbies to take a back burner. … Continue reading Impossible Cake (aka Rick Bayless’s Chocoflan)

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Fajita Salad with Cilantro Chimichurri

Fajita Salad with Cilantro Chimichurri

October 25, 2016September 2, 2018 Melinda

Have you tried Chimichurri? Until a few months ago I had never tried this sauce. Wow! Was I missing out. I was a little bored when it came to grilling steak and decided that the recipe over at  40 Aprons might be … Continue reading Fajita Salad with Cilantro Chimichurri

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Oh So Easy Blackened Salmon

Oh So Easy Blackened Salmon

August 23, 2016September 2, 2018 Melinda

15 to 30 minutes and you have a dish that isn’t complicated, but intensely flavorful. Just a few spices that you should already have in your pantry, a nice piece of fish, and Butter… who could do without butter. This … Continue reading Oh So Easy Blackened Salmon

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Chicken and Chorizo Paella

The Many Uses of a Paella Pan

August 12, 2016May 25, 2020 Melinda

I have been having so much fun with my paella pan.  Yes, that is possible.  I never new how versatile it could be until my husband bought it for me.  I can’t even remember why we bought it, but now … Continue reading The Many Uses of a Paella Pan

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Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza

August 4, 2016May 25, 2020 Melinda

If you’re like me, you dread turning on your oven in the summer. But sometimes you crave homemade pizza. Instead of the oven, get creative with your grill. Cooking on the grill takes some trial and error, but if you’re willing … Continue reading Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza

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Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake 4

Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

July 28, 2016January 8, 2020 Melinda

Top this amazing Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake with a cherry! Recently, we had two birthdays on the same day, my special man and our … Continue reading Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

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The Most Incredible Carrot Cake

The Most Incredible Carrot Cake

July 12, 2016September 5, 2018 Melinda

  Let’s talk cake for a minute. My amazing man and I have been married for over 20 years now and one of the things he … Continue reading The Most Incredible Carrot Cake

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Travel Tip - Egg and Fruit Basket

Travel Tip – Egg and Fruit Baskets

June 29, 2016 Melinda

Question?  How many eggs can you fit in a 1 lb. strawberry carton? June always calls for a trip to the mountains for my family.  A getaway from all things “man made” to enjoy all things “God made.”  I NEED … Continue reading Travel Tip – Egg and Fruit Baskets

Beef, Fish, keto, Lamb, Low-Carb, Pork, Poultry6 Comments
Creamy Garlic Mint Yogurt Sauce for Grilled Anything

Creamy Garlic Mint Yogurt Sauce for Grilled Anything

June 16, 2016September 2, 2018 Melinda

  I am open to trying lots of things when it comes to food. The other night I was looking for a sauce for Tandoori Chicken and had come across a recipe that combined yogurt with cream cheese. It sounded … Continue reading Creamy Garlic Mint Yogurt Sauce for Grilled Anything

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Fresh Swordfish Ceviche

Fresh Swordfish Ceviche

June 14, 2016June 15, 2016 Melinda

What could be more perfect on a hot day? Continue reading Fresh Swordfish Ceviche

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Glazed Lemon Pound Cake

Glazed Lemon Pound Cake

June 1, 2016September 5, 2018 Melinda

I am in love with Chocolate, Salted Caramel, and Lemon.  Sometimes, like this week lemon moved to first for a while. With this Glazed Lemon Pound Cake how could it not?  It can be made in a big Bundt or … Continue reading Glazed Lemon Pound Cake

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Lemon, Ricotta, and Hazelnut Pesto with Chicken and Rosemary Ravioli

Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto with Chicken and Rosemary Ravioli

May 27, 2016September 5, 2018 Melinda

  Who has spare time these days? In my spare time I like to research recipes and find new uses for common ingredients. I enjoy playing with techniques I haven’t tried before and the pleasure of finding a new favorite … Continue reading Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto with Chicken and Rosemary Ravioli

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Lime Margarita Granita

Lime Margarita Granita

May 21, 2016May 24, 2016 Melinda

It’s a snow-cone all grown up. This week the organizing bug got me.  In the process I came across some recipes that I had stashed for latter use. One of them was Lime Granita from Bon Appetit. I’ve never been … Continue reading Lime Margarita Granita

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Blackberry, Blueberry and Vanilla Bean Cordial

Blackberry, Blueberry, and Vanilla Bean Cordial

May 18, 2016January 11, 2020 Melinda

Last year, I made some small batches of Cherry Cordial, followed by Blueberry Cordial, then Limoncillo,  a tiny bottle of Black and Blueberry Cordial, and in the fall leftover Cranberries, yes got popped in a bottle too. There’s the Cherry. … Continue reading Blackberry, Blueberry, and Vanilla Bean Cordial

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Hawaii Edition – Oven Roasted Hawaiian Sweet Potatoes

Hawaii Edition – Oven Roasted Hawaiian Sweet Potatoes

May 8, 2016May 24, 2016 Melinda

A week ago, this was my view. I wish vacations were longer!  I could snorkel here for hours. Off to the left there, I actually did, I have the sunburn to prove it. This was our third time to Hawaii. … Continue reading Hawaii Edition – Oven Roasted Hawaiian Sweet Potatoes

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Vietnamese-Style Beef with Garlic, Black Pepper, and Lime

Vietnamese-Style Beef with Garlic, Black Pepper, and Lime

March 29, 2016September 2, 2018 Melinda

 I often come across a recipe that seems so simple, I wonder can it really be that good? This is another one of those. I don’t know what you take to read on vacation or road trips, but me, I … Continue reading Vietnamese-Style Beef with Garlic, Black Pepper, and Lime

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Curried Chicken with Mango Chutney and Cellentani | Sprinkle and a Dash

Curried Chicken with Mango Chutney and Cellentani

March 22, 2016September 2, 2018 Melinda

Doesn’t this just say, Spring?  It is my FAVORITE time of year. Is it your’s? And, mangoes, who doesn’t love a perfect mango? These were incredible! Did I tell you yet that I love Curry?  Maybe I did? Well, I … Continue reading Curried Chicken with Mango Chutney and Cellentani

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