This hearty corn chowder will warm you up on even the chilliest of days! With bacon, potatoes, corn, and just a slight kick from some jalapeños, this is a soup that will make your family swoon. This post contains affiliate links. I heart soup in a serious way…it makes me all warm and fuzzy inside. …
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Zucchini Cookies are a surprising way to use up your summer zucchini harvest! These sweet cookies are a bit cakey and infused with plenty of lemon for a bright citrus flavor. I cannot garden to save my life. Seriously, I kill mint. Those of you who garden know that mint is often deemed “unkillable,” if …
Greek Orzo Salad is fresh and bright, perfect for summer! Made with feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, olive, and plenty of herbs and lemon, this pasta salad is delicious on its own or alongside grilled chicken. As the temperature heats up here in Ohio, we’re starting to crave lighter dinners like this simple Greek Orzo Salad. …
Butternut Squash Bread is full of autumnal flavors that only get more complex with time. This moist and delicious quick bread may just become your new favorite fall treat. If you happened to catch my post last week for Apple Cinnamon Muffins, you may remember me coming up empty handed in my search for canned …
Did you know that it’s easy to make your own Butternut Squash Puree at home? This puree is simple and delicious, and as delicious on its own as it is mixed into other recipes! Well, it’s still hot here in Ohio, so it doesn’t exactly feel like fall yet. But I am choosing to ignore …
You know how sometimes you have a preconceived notion of a random food item, and refuse to touch it based on that preconception?
Old Fashioned Baked Beans are hearty enough to eat as a meal and make a great dish for potlucks. These baked beans are easy to make but taste like they simmered all day long! Summer may be wrapping up and I may be excited about fall foods (all.the.pumpkin!), but I’m still not quite ready to …
The bright flavor of lemon juice and the brininess of capers come together in the best way in this Chicken Piccata recipe. It is easy to make for a weeknight dinner but special enough to serve to company! About 2 weeks ago, I spoke the following words into the universe: “Wow, we made it through …
Stuffed Baby Bella mushrooms filled with goat cheese, cream cheese and roasted red peppers then topped with Panko and Parmesan cheese.
Toasted baguette with a roasted garlic spread, fresh tomatoes and basil creates this simple summer appetizer.
Chicken and fresh vegetables combine with a flavorful Asian inspired marinade to create delicious kebabs that are perfect for summer grilling.
Feta cheese, cucumbers, olives and tomatoes are skewered and drizzled with olive oil and Za’atar to create a simple and delicious appetizer.
Brian and I decided to stay home for Easter and also decided on a less than traditional lunch and dinner menu. We headed to the market with no real plan (which is completely unlike my list driven self) and decided to the let the ingredients guide us. We picked up shrimp, rotisserie chicken, fresh jalapenos, …
I warned you yesterday when I posted No Knead Pizza Dough that I am officially on a flatbread kick. My mind has been consumed with all the delicious combinations I can put on top of that wonderful dough to knock it out of the park – and this first recipe is no exception. Spicy Chicken …
I hope all of you had an amazing holiday full of family, friends, and of course, food. It’s always crazy to me how quickly the season flies by. Now it’s time to pack up the décor and take a break from the cookie baking! Today’s recipe is for a delicious beef stroganoff that is full …
Nothing hits the proverbial spot quite like a large pot of stew on a cold winter day. For today’s Holiday Recipe Exchange, I thought I would share my delicious for Beef Stew. Trust me; comfort food doesn’t get any better than this! I am really thrilled about this theme because I love to cook hearty …
Mushroom risotto simplified by preparing it in a rice cooker. This deliciously creamy risotto recipe is full of mushrooms, peas and shallots and could not be easier.
What’s my favorite thing about any Thanksgiving spread? Hands down, it’s the stuffing! Even though I never cook my stuffing inside of my turkey, I still call it stuffing. I know the correct term is dressing when it is cooked outside of the bird, but we just never referred to as dressing, so I simply …
Leftover turkey from your latest holiday spread? Instead of noshing on a mundane turkey sandwich, whip up these simple, individual turkey pot pies. Loaded with turkey, veggies and a creamy sour bream sauce, this pot pie is sure to please.
Rich and creamy risotto with butternut squash, saffron, pancetta, and parmesan cheese. This recipe is the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving dinner menu.
Fig and Balsamic Beef Kabobs Ingredients 1.5 pounds of beef tenderloin 1 medium red onion, cut into 8 pieces 1 green pepper, cut into 8 pieces 3/4 cup fig preserves 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper Directions 1. If using …
I am pretty confident in the kitchen, but for some reason, I have always shied away from preparing Asian dishes. Full of self-doubt, I always had the feeling that nothing I would make in my kitchen would compare to the deliciousness of our local take-out restaurant. I was wrong. Last week I got a spark …
I have made this shrimp recipe countless times, but have never posted it to my blog. This is not because I am trying to keep the deliciousness from you guys, but because it’s so damn tasty, we never have any left to photograph. Shrimp is one of my favorite foods; honestly, I would choose it …