Braised Pears in Caramel Sauce

PrintBraised Pears in Caramel Sauce This simple dessert features pears soaked in a creamy caramel sauce and braised to sumptuous perfection. Sprinkling sugar on raw pears draws out their juice while baking, creating a natural syrup that caramelizes after adding cream.  Ingredients2 Bartlett pears (not too ripe), peeled, cut in half, and cored2 Tablespoons water¼ … Continued

Apple Compote

PrintApple Compote Bursting with fall flavor, you’ll want to have a jar of this compote in your fridge to pair with desserts, baked goods, and sweet breakfast fare like pancakes, waffles, or this Crème Brûlée French Toast. Ingredients2 Tablespoons unsalted butter2 lb. apples (about 3-4 large*), cored, peeled, and diced into 1-inch pieces⅓ cup maple … Continued

Easy Tofu Veggie Fried Rice

PrintEasy Tofu Veggie Fried Rice Takeout-quality fried rice is surprisingly easy to make at home! This recipe uses mostly made ingredients to help you get dinner on the table in no time! Looking for more easy, affordable meals? Check out this easy curry with coconut milk! Ingredients1 package Grain Trust Hibachi Fried Rice¼ teaspoon vegetable … Continued

Mango Salsa

PrintMango Salsa This salsa uses frozen mangoes, so it’s easy to make throughout the year, whether or not mangoes are in season. Its sweet-and-spicy flavors are delicious served as is with your favorite corn chip or on top of chicken or fish. This recipe comes from the Lakewinds deli. They don’t make it anymore, so … Continued

Beef Barbacoa

PrintBeef BarbacoaYield 5-6 portions Enjoy taqueria-style barbacoa at home with this scrumptious recipe courtesy of the Lakewinds deli team! It takes a little time to prepare, but most of it is hands-off, making this a perfect option for Saturday or Sunday dinner.  Ingredients3 chipotle peppers in adobe sauce, pureed1 ½ Tablespoons ground cumin½ teaspoon ground … Continued

Easy Southwest Turkey Skillet Dinner

PrintEasy Southwest Turkey Skillet Dinner Busy schedules can be rewarding. But finding time to cook dinner, let alone keeping it interesting, can be a challenge! Skillet dinners like this southwest turkey dish pack all the necessary elements of a well-balanced meal and come together with just a couple pans to clean up afterward. Feel free … Continued

Bleu Bliss Potato Salad

PrintBleu Bliss Potato Salad Longtime shoppers of Lakewinds may recognize this as a recipe the delis used to make. We’re sharing the recipe as part of our 50th anniversary! Creamy and just the right amount of tart, blue cheese is the ingredient you didn’t realize potato salad was missing. Ingredients3 pounds red potatoes, cubed into … Continued

Vegan Summer Corn Salad

PrintVegan Summer Corn Salad Corn fresh off the cob is the height of summer eating. But there are other exciting ways to enjoy this summer staple, like a delectable salad inspired by Mexican elote grilled corn. Fresh summer sweet corn is ideal, but canned corn makes this recipe a year-round option. Pair the salad with … Continued

Grilled Pineapple a la Mode

PrintGrilled Pineapple a la Mode After you’ve grilled dinner, why not grill dessert as well? The sugar in fruit like pineapple caramelizes when heated, creating mouth-watering flavor and a satisfying char. Paired with locally sourced hot honey and a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream, it’s the perfect summer dessert. Ingredients1 pineapple 2 teaspoons brown … Continued