By David & Martha Cox 05/31/2010

Hey, everybody.  I hope you’re enjoying a long weekend.
I know many of you have been going to cook outs and family events this weekend.  As you make your plans for today, consider adding one of these fine recipes to your mealtime menu:

Homemade Lemonade (I actually made a pitcher of this recipe yesterday afternoon using bottled [...]

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By David & Martha Cox 05/28/2010

Martha and I want to publish your recipes in a free cook book.
I know you have recipes you want to share with the world.  That’s why for the next two weeks we’re accepting submissions from you and everyone else who reads Cook on a Shoestring.
Just leave the recipe in a comment below or email it [...]

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By David & Martha Cox 05/26/2010

Spring is in full swing, and with it comes a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that are a little more expensive at other times of the year.  One of those is asparagus.
Asparagus has many health benefits, but it’s a tad on the pricey side–except when it’s in season.  So as you enjoy the warmer [...]

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By David & Martha Cox 05/24/2010

Quesadillas are one of my favorite foods.  In college, I used to go to the California Cafe in our student center, where I would order a chicken quesadilla–sometimes on a daily basis.  As a result, I had hundreds of opportunities to watch the cooks behind the counter whip up these tasty treats in a matter [...]

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By David & Martha Cox 05/21/2010

We were first introduced to this recipe when a friend from church brought this meal over.  I have to admit I was a little skeptical when I was told it was sweet potato enchiladas, but after one bite, I was sold.  They’re great!
Sweet potatoes are a delicious treat.  They’re naturally sweet, fairly inexpensive, and make [...]

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By David & Martha Cox 05/19/2010

Nothing says “summer” like an ice cold pitcher of lemonade.  Whether it’s a Fourth of July party or just chilling on the back porch after mowing the lawn, lemonade just makes life better.
“Homemade lemonade” is one of those things that causes a lot of people give you a double-take.  Why would you go to the [...]

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