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 […]
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Strawberry Breakfast Cake
Here’s a simple recipe for Strawberry Breakfast Cake. The strawberries burst with flavor, smothered in a moist shortbread-like cake. I switched out the vanilla extract for almond and topped the cake with a dusting of powdered sugar and whipped cream. This is my kind of cake….a quick blending of ingredients […]
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 […]
Carrot Cake Coffee Cake
Yep! Carrot Cake Coffee Cake is a thing! I’m a non-baker but I say this counts. This easy batter is made with pantry staples. It’s loaded with shredded carrots and topped with a thick, crumbly cinnamon streusel. After baking it’s covered with a melty sweet honey butter. A delicious and […]
Mexican Street Corn Deviled Eggs
I love a seasonal brunchy egg dish this time of year. Deviled eggs can often outshine that quiche on your buffet table. The combinations are endless, so here’s a twist to spice up for Easter and appear for an encore on Cinco de Mayo. Adding corn, red onion, hot sauce, and […]
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 […]
Crispy Breakfast Potatoes with Chili Garlic Oil and Herbs
Brunch season is fast approaching…Easter, the Masters, Mother’s Day and any lazy Sunday. An easy go-to sheet pan bake will certainly fit the bill. Roasted baby potatoes, crispy bacon, and soft-boiled eggs are combined and topped with a garlic chili oil and plenty of fresh herbs. All. The. Flavors. Crispy […]
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 […]
Rueben Dutch Baby
Dutch Baby is a custardy pancake that can be made either sweet or savory. This savory version is perfect for your St. Paddy’s Day brunch. To create this Rueben Dutch Baby use slices of pastrami (or leftover corned beef), Jarlsburg cheese, eggs, milk and dijon. Eggs, milk dijon and flour […]
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 […]
Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad with Warm Cider Vinaigrette
Don’t you think this site should showcase a shredded sprout salad yearly? Yep. As much as I love a roasted sprout, my favorite way to enjoy this seasonal healthy veggie is to eat them raw in a salad. Thinly sliced with a mandolin, the Brussel sprouts are crunchy and […]
Sausage and Black Bean Soup
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 […]
Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
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 […]
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 […]
Winter Citrus and Broccoli Salad
Do you crave a healthy salad this time of year? Yep. This crispy, crunchy and raw salad will not disappoint. The base of the salad is broccoli and Tuscan kale. Broccoli offers potent anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer health benefits. And kale…benefits your entire body, from your bones to your heart to […]
Tuscan White Bean and Lemon Soup
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 […]
Crispy Potato Wedges
These crispy potato wedges are crazy easy and simply delicious. A healthier version for your French Fry craving. These wedges are baked in olive oil and slathered with garlic powder, onion powder and pepper. Baked in a 400 degree oven for approximately 55 minutes, the result…crispy on the outside […]
Herby Rhodes Rolls
Who’s bringing the dinner rolls? My role never seems include the rolls! I’m taking it on this time and bringing the standard dinner roll to the next level. These little yeast bombs are rolled in herby butter and then are placed on your counter to rise til double in size, […]
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 […]
Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
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 […]
Twice Baked Potatoes with Caramelized Shallots
What a festive, delicious way to present potatoes on Thanksgiving. If only 30 plus were not joining us, this would be my go-to. The creamy texture is enhanced with Havarti cheese, sour cream, milk and butter. The difference maker is the caramelized shallots. Game changer. The potatoes can be […]
Butternut Squash Turnovers
These seasonal Butternut Squash Turnovers are the perfect savory appetizer. Creamy butternut squash and goat cheese are paired with mild leeks, earthy shiitake mushrooms, garlic and thyme all enveloped in a flaky puff pastry. The buttery turnovers also make an ideal fall lunch alongside a big green salad. Butternut Squash […]
Potato and Sausage Roast with Arugula
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. […]
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 […]
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