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Portobello Mushroom Melts

By The Culinary Chase | December 1, 2012 |

Portobello mushrooms are one of my favorite mushrooms. Their meaty texture is a great substitute for steak and are a hearty addition to stir-fry dishes and sauces. Portobello’s are a grown up version of the crimini mushroom. Nutritionally, they are an excellent source of niacin (helps in the functioning of the digestive system, skin, and…

Zucchini Ribbon Salad

By The Culinary Chase | May 9, 2012 |

A while ago I stumbled upon Proud Italian Cook whilst viewing Pinterest. I like Marie’s style and this dish of hers (posted on Pinterest) jumped off the page. I knew I had to make it. The ingredients are healthy, delicious, and the amounts, well, that all depends on what tickles your fancy! This salad is…

Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad with Tomato and Black Bean

By The Culinary Chase | June 1, 2011 |

For casual entertaining or an easy weeknight meal this dish gets the thumbs up from my husband. Black beans are popular in Latin American cuisine and are also found in Cajun and Creole cuisines of South Louisiana. The black bean has a dense, meaty texture making it popular in vegetarian dishes. Because of its mix…