Heart healthy can also be delicious!  Our sponsor this month, Mazola Corn Oil, has posted a few recipes that fit both descriptions.  The first, http://allrecipes.com/recipe/sweet-and-spicy-salmon-with-grapefruit-salsa/detail.aspx, is slightly different take on an old favorite.  They added a spicy, slightly sweet rub that enhances the richness of the salmon.  That was a treat but then they added a grapefruit salsa, which I loved.  I did have to tweak the salsa because I bought such tart fruit.  When I tasted it I knew it would work with 2 small additions and time for the flavors to meld.  I added some lime juice and a bit of honey and it was perfect!  It is advisable for anyone taking statins for high cholesterol or blood pressure medication would be prudent to check whether the small amount of grapefruit would interfere with their medications.  I rounded the meal out with a kale salad and potatoes mashed with parsnips and got thumbs up all around.

Then we were treated to carnitas prepared by a new method.  I was skeptical but now I will be able to have carnitas for dinner even if I don't decide I want them until noon.  Once again the spice blend was unique and quite tasty.  This time the main ingredient in the salsa was raw tomatillo, diced tomato, and cilantro.  http://allrecipes.com/recipe/pork-carnitas-with-cilantro-tomatillo-sauce/detail.aspx.  I did have to adjust the salsa since there were no fresh tomatillo to be found anywhere near here.  I made do by mixing some salsa verde I had put up last fall with sour cream to tame the spiciness. 

I have fed my family a diet that will help keep their hearts healthy since my father had a cardiac scare years ago.  We eat a range of fruits and vegetables and minimize the amount of meat and salt.  We all try to stay active, and don't smoke.  I love my family and do all I can to take care of their hearts.

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