It is officially summer and I love the foods of summer. Yesterday I went to my farmers market and stocked up on some great fruit and veggies for the week.

I just came back from a trip to Mexico which was lovely and relaxing. I will have to tell you more about the food and restaurants I checked out later. Wanting to keep the tropical feeling going awhile longer I made a batch of Pineapple Stir Fried RIce. I wish I could remember where I originally came across this recipe so that I could give proper credit but it is so good. The combination of the ingredients make for an explosion of flavor in your mouth. It is crunchy, spicy and sweet all at the same time.

It is great topped with grilled shrimp or alongside grilled fish or chicken. You can chop up all the ingredients ahead of time and then it only takes a few minutes to put together.

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Something about turning our clocks forward, longer daylight and warm spring days made me go looking for summer recipes. Simple dishes that can be put together. Mango Coconut RIce is a dish I discovered a few years back and make often in the summer. This is a great side dish for any type of grilled fish or chicken even a stir fry.

The coconut milk adds a rich depth to the rice and the lime brings a subtle tang to the dish. This rice is moist, light and flavorful. The mango is a great addition to rice.

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