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 […]
Entrees
A list of entrees.
Ginger Sesame Chicken Meatballs
With lots of cooking and prep work this week for the big day, here’s a quick recipe for the beginning of the week. It’s easy and better than take-out. These Asian inspired chicken meatballs, with ginger and sesame tossed in a spicy-sweet and extra sticky soy pomegranate sauce, is […]
Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats
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 […]
Baked Chicken Thighs with Tomatoes and Garlic
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 […]
French Onion and Apple Grilled Cheese
We are moving into grilled cheese and soup season. This Apple Grilled Cheese is all about balance. Caramelized onions are layered with crispy prosciutto, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples and gooey, savory gouda and white cheddar shredded cheese. Pairs well with mushroom, tomato or butternut squash soup. French Onion and […]
Hatch Chili Pulled Pork Enchiladas
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 […]
Pork Tenderloin Hatch Pepper 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 […]
Pan-Seared Scallops with Chorizo and Corn
Top 5 recipe EVER!!! REALLY!! The fresh sweet corn mixture gets some bite from the smoked Chorizo and the serrano chiles. Adding buttermilk to the corn and Chorizo gives this tasty base a soft finish. The scallops are sautéed in the chorizo oil to create a perfect sear. All. […]
Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Fennel Slaw and Caesar-ish Dressing
It’s grillin’ season and trust me when I say swap out those burgers for this over-the-top tasty chicken sandwich. Not just any chicken sandwich……deeply charred, mustardy thighs that are paired with a crunchy and refreshing fennel-basil slaw and a caesar-ish sauce. The chicken is marinaded in a mixture of Dijon, Worcestershire […]
The “Morning After” Taco
Whether you start with a taco or end with one it’s the day to celebrate all things Mexican cuisine. Rick Bayless has the right idea with this “Morning After Taco.” Most ingredients are in your pantry and this taco can be pulled together in less that 30 minutes. Sweet sun-dried […]
Spicy Fish Tacos with Avocado-Yogurt Sauce
Cinco De Mayo brings out the best of the best of Mexican cooking. This is an olde but goodie, healthy entrée and an easy weekday recipe using pan-fried fish and a yogurt based sauce. The marinade gives the fish a spicy, smokey flavor but you are quickly cooled down with the […]
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce
This lemony grilled salmon is just that much better with the crispy skin. The lemon rind, shallot, honey and sesame oil relish is a perfect companion to the fish. Bright. Tangy. Sweet. To serve, add basil. This will be a weekly go-to recipe!!! Grilled Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce Serves […]
Roasted Chicken on Sour Dough with Caperberries and Charred Lemons
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 […]
Ricotta Dumplings with Asparagus and Green Garlic
Every culture boasts some type of dumpling. Made from simple ingredients, dumplings become a canvas for a variety of sauces. These ricotta dumplings, which are pillowy and light, are similar to gnocchi and are incredibly versatile. This recipe calls for springtime favorites, asparagus and green garlic. Green garlic is also called […]
Creole Jambalaya
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 […]
OVEN Baked Southern Hot Honey Chicken
Nashville Hot Honey Chicken is a thing. Who knew??? The chicken is tenderized by soaking in buttermilk before breading. Then it’s dredged in crushed corn flakes that are seasoned with thyme before being oven baked for 30 minutes to golden perfection. The magic happens when you brush the crazy crispy […]
Beef Bourguignon
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 […]
Meatballs and Tomato Sauce
I really do love to cook for a couple of reasons. First, for the creative outlet it provides and second, I want to know WHAT I’m eating. In the case of the this family favorite, Meatballs and Tomato Sauce, I’m eating lots of butter. Just surrender! Butter is the […]
Ginger Sesame Chicken Pot Stickers with Sweet Chili Pomegranate Sauce
Potstickers are not only fun to make but the combination of ingredients are endless. This recipe calls for ground chicken, ginger, kale, carrots and sesame crusted wrappers, served with a sweet and spicy chili pomegranate sauce. A healthy-ish weeknight dinner or an appetizer for your next holiday party. The photos […]
Buffalo Chicken Chili
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
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. […]
Thursday Frittata
Do you get the “what to make for dinner blues” once a week???? I do. But by the end of the week I have a collection of odds and ends in the fridge to make the perfect Thursday night frittata. Frittatas are the ultimate clean-out-the-fridge weeknight dinner. Use this recipe […]
Bratwurst with Apple-Onion Relish
Octoberfest. Do it right with this bratwurst sammy smothered in a tart and spicy apple-onion relish. The wurst is typically made with two meats: veal and pork. Broiled or grilled, these sausages are sandwiched between a slightly toasted, a bit malty, salty and buttery pretzel bun. YES. The relish […]
Tinga de Pollo Tacos
Tinga, a traditional Mexican dish, features braised shredded pork (alternatively, beef or chicken) that is simmered with onions, garlic and spices. The complex smoky tomato flavor in traditional Tinga is achieved through the combination of fire-roasted tomatoes and chipotle peppers in adobe sauce. A simple saute of onion, garlic, chipotle […]
Roasted Chicken with Olives, Potato, Artichoke and Lemon
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 […]
Skillet Summer Pasta with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Lemony Breadcrumbs
A very simple pan roasted cherry tomato summer pasta. White wine, garlic, fresh herbs, topped with the delicious lemony breadcrumbs and finished with creamy burrata cheese. It’s a perfect summer dinner using mostly pantry staples and……on the table in 30 minutes! Skillet Summer Pasta with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Lemony […]
Crab Cake Sliders
This recipe pulls together in minutes with most of the ingredients right from your pantry. The cake is packed with sweet crab meat tossed with bread crumbs, egg, Worcestershire, mayo and mustard. Drizzle these sliders with your favorite lemon aioli (see below). I’ve combined mayo, lemon and added a kick […]
Grilled Shrimp Scampi Flatbreads
A big giant YUM! Start with a basic shrimp scampi that will be drizzled over individual naan bread. Using store-bought naan makes this recipe super simple and easy to grill. It’s a great weeknight meal, but can also be served to a crowd for a weekend get together. Grilled Shrimp […]
Parchment Baked Lemon Salmon and Potatoes with Dill Yogurt
Here is your foolproof way to cook Salmon every time! Use simple, bright ingredients wrapped up in parchment paper. Combine, garlic, lemon and dill sauce drizzled with olive oil. The sauce becomes creamy and buttery. And…the salmon…steamed to perfection. To serve, top with arugula, basil and the dill yogurt […]
Bourbon Bacon Jam Burger
This boozy bacon jam is the perfect companion for a tasty burger, pasta, pancakes, grilled cheese, sautéed veggies, charcuterie tray or your shoe. It’s that GOOD. Simply cook the bacon, caramelize some onions, add vinegar, brown sugar and bourbon. The result is a smokey, savory, sweet and versatile […]