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It’s that time year when mushrooms are taking center stage. Plentiful and seasonal, these morsels add an earthy note to so many Fall dishes. On this site you will find many delicious mushroom recipes to choose from…Wild Mushroom Risotto, Mushroom Lasagna, Mushroom Soup, Mushroom Galette, Pork Medallions with Mushroom Gravy……and […]
It’s corn season!!! This dish is a nice twist on Mexican street corn and enchiladas. I like this recipe because it calls for ingredients you have on hand and store bought enchilada sauce. You can pull this one pan dinner together in no time. One Skillet Street corn Enchilada Bake […]
This Classic Split Pea Soup is hearty, protein packed and loaded with shredded ham and veggies. The peas cook down and give the soup a velvety texture. The ham hocks add a smokey flavor, and the thyme rounds out dish to make a super comforting bowl of yum! Just what […]
Written by shreddedsprout Published on September 13, 2022 Edit Pork Tenderloin is an easy meal to prepare for your family and friends. You can take it to the next level by combining tart cherries with smokey bourbon to create a luscious and velvety compote. Much like apples or peaches, the sweetness of cherries […]
Fall flavors on parade! Delicata is the star of this salad, and during its short season take advantage of its versatility and enjoy. This squash has a sweet, velvety flesh that caramelizes in the oven. The beauty of the delicata is its small size and thin edible skin! The creamy […]
Sunday cooking! Homemade roasted chicken is tender, juicy, flavor-packed, golden, and delicious. The aromatics really make the chicken. Stuff the belly full of lemons, garlic cloves, sage, rosemary, thyme, and pretty much any other kind herb you’ve got on hand. Brush on melted butter and sprinkle the bird with lemon […]
This hearty Italian Lentil Soup has all Italian flavors, and you probably have most of these ingredients on hand. I like to make this soup at the beginning of the week so leftovers are in the fridge for easy lunches. A crave worthy comfort food that’s perfect for the chilly […]
This soup is brimming with amazing flavor and gorgeous color, thanks to the combination of golden beets, carrots, onions and red curry paste. Not a beet lover? Well, this is a soup that non-beet lovers will enjoy. For starters, golden beets are sweeter in taste, and less earthy in flavor. […]
This is a twist on a traditional chowder featuring chunks of tender cod and a few littleneck clams. Bacon, onions, potatoes, celery, thyme and bay leaves are all combined to create this rich and warming one-pot cod chowder. This hearty bowl is ready in is less than an hour. Cod […]
Split pea soup is one of my favorite comfort foods. This creamy, smokey, earthy soup contrasts nicely with the crispy sausage. Adding a ham hock enhances that smokiness. This soup is super easy to make. You simply sauté vegetables, then add all other ingredients into the pot and simmer for […]
Heartier than chicken soup, this classic comfort dish is more like a stew with a simple biscuit dough added in the last minutes. Typically you start with whole chicken or pieces to make a broth, but there are many shortcuts. I made my broth with 2 lbs of chicken breasts. […]
This luxurious, elegant mushroom risotto is the answer to your sides for this upcoming holiday dinner. DO NOT let the word risotto make you flip the page. You can do this. This simple, pure, unadulterated version stands up on its own, but it also makes an excellent canvas for seasonal […]
‘Tis the season for colds and flu, so when my daughter called feeling under the weather, and I heard “I can’t believe your chicken soup is not on the blog,” I needed to fix that ASAP. Well, there are quite few chicken soup recipes on the blog but not THE […]
This fun and creative dish offers the flavors of a hearty lasagna dinner packed into a tender, roasted spaghetti squash. Instead of pasta, these squash boats shred into thin, noodle-like strands that mimic pasta…without the calories. The squash is baked with a bit of provolone cheese and then […]
Here’s a simple recipe for one-skillet baked chicken with tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs. Chicken thighs are seared in a cast iron skillet until crispy and golden and then baked with tomatoes, kale and garlic. Don’t skip the kale….. it crisps up like chips! For a rustic tasty companion, serve […]
These fast-fix enchiladas are packed with flavor. Hatch Peppers are the star of the show but the store bought pulled pork is a close second. Hatch Chile Salsa brings a savory bright kick to the dish. The simple avocado topping is vibrant, and provides the perfect cooling balance. Hatch Chili […]
Hatch Peppers, named after the original growing area in Hatch, New Mexico, are an authentic Southwestern favorite. Chefs say that the intense sunlight and cool nights in this valley result in a uniquely flavored pepper that’s unrivaled by any other. Hatch Peppers have a meaty flesh and mild-medium heat making […]
In this super-simple dish, chicken is roasted on top of chucks of sour dough that absorb the rich and tangy juices, becoming crisp and chewy. Only 3 additional ingredients are added to the chicken to create a crazy delicious sheet pan entrée. The Mediterranean flavors are accented with caper […]
Jambalaya is the perfect one-pot meal, chock full of proteins and veggies in a rich and spicy broth. This “red jambalaya” is the tomato based Creole version. Cajun jambalaya is often referred to as “brown” jambalaya because it’s made without tomatoes. And then there’s gumbo which is made with […]
There’s black bean soup and then there’s this black bean soup. A thick, rich and smokey potage that is layered with healthy vegetables and kicky spices. Start with browning the sausage, set aside. Combine tons of healthy veggies, broth and beans. Puree 2/3 of the soup and add the sausage […]
This soup puts an exclamation point on comfort food! First saute garlic and onions and then add mushrooms til caramelized. Transfer to your blender to puree and then back to the pot and add chicken and rice. The flavors simmer together for approximately 30 minutes or until the wild […]
This Tuscan White Bean Soup is rich, hearty and loaded with iron, fiber, protein and packed with flavor! One component that should not be overlooked is the Parmesan rind. (Always save your rinds and store in the freezer for soups and sauces). But the star of the show is the […]
This classic French dish is a meat stew slowly simmered in red wine…ideally Burgundy, Pinot Noir or a Gamay. Beef Bourguignon originates from provincial Burgundy, where the prized Charolais cattle famously make excellent beef. The Burgundy region is also well known for exceptional wine, so naturally the region’s signature dish […]
This is a re-post recipe to create a Thanksgiving leftover soup. I’ve substituted turkey for chicken and tweaked a few ingredients. You will love the interpretation of this soup with its rustic, autumnal flavors. Simply saute a few vegetables, add turkey and then the stars…wild rice and a little Sherry. With […]
Justin Chapple at Food & Wine created this incredibly tasty rustic sheet pan bake. This dish is filled with sweet caramelized shallots (you need all of them), potatoes and spicy sausage. All the ingredients are set on a bed of peppery arugula finished with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice. […]
Tradition. Halloween and Chili go together like ghosts and goblins over here. Yep, the kids are gone but that pot is still simmering away creating a warm and cozy evening. This year I’m trying yet another version. Biz, at My Bizzy Kitchen, came up with this award-winning combination. One of her many […]
Coq au vin (Rooster in red wine) is probably the most famous French chicken dish and represents the ultimate comfort food. Surprising easy to make, this dish is slowly braised in red wine until your chicken is fall-off-the-bone-tender. The red wine not only tenderizes but adds a rich luxurious silky sauce. […]
One of my favorite sights in the fall is the wild-mushroom sellers at your farmers markets. One of my favorite foods, mushrooms, are now plentiful and a welcome sight. They are available is all sorts of shapes and sizes and are a nutritional powerhouse. Low in calories, fat and […]
Enjoy the classic Mediterranean flavors of artichokes, garlic, oregano and olives. This braised chicken dish and its layered flavors is brightened with lemon zest and juice. Serve with crusty bread for sauce-mopping. Skillet dinner ready in 45 minutes!!!! Roasted Chicken with Olives, Potato, Artichoke and Lemon Serves 4 2 […]
Thomas Keller is not known for simple. However, his Ad Hoc cookbook (geared for the home cook) is definitely worth the read and compiled of recipes you can tackle. I’m not a sweet corn connoisseur but Randy on the other hand is…. BIG 2 thumbs up. This recipe pulls together in less […]