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Emily Sarah Downs

Cuisine Coordinator, Tips From Town, Ridgewood, NJ

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Charred Corn Salad w/ Basil & Tomatoes

Summertime in a side dish of farm fresh veggies. Grilled/charred corn mixed with tomatoes, onions, basil and thyme are even tastier with a bit of lime juice. Goes with everything.

Simple Avocado Chicken Salad

Simple, fresh and delicious. This avocado recipe was passed to my mother from a friend and now I am passing it along to you. SIZE: serves 4 INGREDIENTS:  2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced (or shredded) 2 ripened avocado, chopped Juice from 1 fresh lime (add more if desired… I do) 1 packed tbsp finely chopped cilantro (add […]

Refreshing Spiked Raspberry Lemonade

“Homemade” raspberry-citron vodka and lemonade are the key ingredients for this summer refreshment. Makes a pitcher full but you may want to double up for a party of peeps! This drink needs a little prep (w/no effort), but it’s worth it in the long run because it makes enough for a small party!  In all honesty I […]

Honey-Citrus Chicken

The longer you marinate the chicken the tastier and more tender it becomes. The zing of citrus mixed with the zap of jalapeño and fresh herbs combine together to create something wonderfully refreshing these warmer months.

Striped Bass w/Sweet Carrots & Cider Glaze

A delicious way to incorporate more fish into your diet.  Entice the entire family to the table by serving over a bed of sweet caramelized carrots.  Throw a healthy dollop of Bacon Quinoa w/Almonds & Herbs along side.  (Striped bass is low...

Shreddin’ Shredded Beef

A beef dish that is extremely versatile. Endless uses. Makes about 6 cups, so freeze in separate 2-cup portion sized containers (up to 3 months). Thaw out over the course of a day before using.

Super Food Energy Balls

Eating Bird Food.com, is a fantastic website to follow if you’re on the “detox” or healthier-eating track. Super Food Energy Balls is just one of many it’s healthier-habit-building recipes. Super tasty. Super easy. Super...

Grilled Mini Meat Loaves

My dad would literally be content if my mom served him meatloaf everynight (along with spaghetti and meatballs). My suggestion is to grill it during the summer months. While it may throw him off a bit, it may just mix it up a bit too.  SIZE: 4 servings INGREDIENTS:  Two 1/3″ thick slices of firm white […]

Chicken Parmesan Burgers

If you like chicken parmesan, then this is the burger for you!

Roasted Ratatouille Lasagna

This lasagna dish is loaded with flavor and meat-free. Here are 3 Ways to Make it Faster: • Use no-boil lasagna noodles. • Roast the vegetables for a short time to speed-up the process of assembling this dish. • Use your favorite jarred...