AARP. Who knew? I’ve been a proud member, according to my card, since 2015, but looking back I wish I would have signed up earlier. I mean really, who knew they were such a resource and who knew they had great, healthy recipes like this Dried Cranberry, Walnut & Avocado Salad? I’ve made several recipes from AARP that are winners. I’ll have to post more in the future!
Beef Barley Soup
Beef Barley Soup seems to have never gotten really gotten it’s due as a world-class soup. This recipe starts with a little leftover pot roast and gives real-deal scratch vibes. Deep, rich flavor from a doctored-up broth helps, but it’s a cup or two of leftover pot roast and a touch of gravy or drippings that gives it a lusciousness that you’ll never get from the back of the box recipe.
Sparrow Taverns Veggie Burger
Diners, Drive Ins & Dives is on Netflix this season, and this episode features the Sparrow Tavern in Astoria, New York – a run-down rock & roll type bar with gourmet style. One of their star items was the Sparrow Taverns Veggie Burger, and even the carnivores were going on about it. After I made them, I can see why – they’re flippin’ AWESOME! A bit of work, but the best Veggie Burger I’ve ever had!



