Minneapolis Taste Buds

I had my sister and cousins over tonight for a laid back dinner. Chips and corn salsa, Gorgonzola and strawberry salad, brats and veggie burgers, and raspberry swirl were on the menu. The husband took our dog to the Hound Dog Pet Hotel for doggie daycare, so I didn't need to worry about her while I was working and getting everything ready. Corn Salsa Recipe 5 T. olive oil 3-4 ears of fresh corn, cut off the cob 2/3 c. chopped green onion 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 c. finely diced red onion 3 T. fresh lime juice 1 T. minced jalapeno chilies w/seeds 5 minced garlic cloves 1 large tomato, chopped Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over high heat. Add corn and saute until lightly browned. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds longer. Remove pan from heat and transfer to a large bowl. Cool. Add the remaining 3 T. of olive oil, tomato, and remaining ingredients to the bowl. Toss to combine. Season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Refrigerate and serve wit...

I was asked to bring dessert to the 4th of July BBQ at my sister's house and decided to bring a family favorite, Raspberry Swirl. The recipe card credits my aunt with the recipe though she doesn't remember ever making it. The Swirl makes a perfect summer dessert and doesn't require much oven time (just 6-8 minutes for the graham cracker crust), which is great on hot days. Raspberry Swirl Recipe 3/4 c. graham cracker crumbs 3 T. melted butter Combine these 2 ingredients and press into a greased pan Bake at 375 degrees for 6-8 minutes until just slightly browned 3 eggs separated 1 8 oz. package cream cheese 1 c. sugar 1/8 tsp. salt 1 c. heavy whipping cream 1 10 oz. package frozen raspberries - partially thawed 1* Beat egg yolks until thick. Add cream cheese, sugar, salt and beat until smooth and light. 2* Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. 3* Whip cream until stiff. Fold egg whites and whipped cream into cheese mixture. Pour cheese mixture on top of the graham cracker c...