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Strawberries In Season

Strawberry season is in full swing in Tennessee, so it’s the perfect time to try a new recipe that makes strawberries the star. Of course, if you miss the local season, you can always enjoy these year ‘round with California strawberries. Recipes courtesy the California Strawberry Commission. Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Ginger Salsa Yield: 6 servings. Salsa: Prepare at least one hour ahead. 1 English or seedless cucumber, finely chopped 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1 tbsp. cilantro, cut into strips 3-4 tbsp. seasoned rice wine vinegar 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced small 1 yellow pepper Sauce: 1 …

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Tortilla Soup

submitted by Jane Franks 2 cups chicken breast, diced 1 onion, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 cans chicken broth 1 can shoepeg corn 1 jar salsa 1 tsp cumin 1-2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. cilantro or 2-3 tsp. fresh cilantro, chopped   Saute chicken, add onions, and peppers. Cook until tender and add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 10 minutes adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve with avocado, sour cream, and lime chips.

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Creamy Black Bean Salsa

    1 (15 oz) can of black beans rinsed & drained 1-1/2 c. frozen corn, thawed 1 cup sweet red pepper, finely chopped 3/4 cup green pepper, finely chopped 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped 1 t. fresh parsley, minced 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp. red wine vinegar 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. pepper tortilla chips   In a large bowl, combine beans, corn, peppers, onion, and parsley. In another bowl combine sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar and seasonings. Pour over corn mixture and …

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