You Are What You Eat!

Smoky Beans and Greens

This is a SUPER EASY recipe, so NO excuses! :)

Dump the beans and Ro-Tel into a large pot, add at least one, preferably two LARGE containers of fresh spinach. You can also use other greens like bok choy, collards, what-have-you. Stir it up and simmer until the spinach is wilted. No need to add salt or any other spices or seasonings.

Dig in!

Pico de Gallo

So, Pico de Gallo. "Beak of the Rooster" is the translation from Spanish. So called because the jalapeno adds a "bite" to the salsa.

This is a fresh salsa, meant to be eaten within a day or so. It is a GREAT way to use up garden tomatoes and chiles.

Measurements are approximate. Adjust to suit your personal taste.

4 ripe tomatoes.
1 medium to large jalapeno, minced. Take out the membranes and seeds for less heat.
1 small to medium onion, chopped.
1 large handful of cilantro, chopped.
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon or so of lime juice
*optional* minced garlic or garlic powder to taste.

That's it! Chop it all up, throw it in a bowl, stir it up and dig in! Make your own corn chips, WAY better than store bought.

Get some corn tortillas, slice into 6 triangle segments like a pie. Spread out on a baking sheet.  Lightly spritz with olive oil spray. Bake 325 for about 10 minutes (watch so they don't burn, it may not take a full 10 minutes). Take out of the oven, sprinkle lightly with sea salt and let cool, Scoop up Pico de Gallo, enjoy, smile. :)