Fresh peaches and lemon give this baked chicken a sweet, tangy flavor, and the marinade makes it juicy and tender. I add a bit of Chinese Five Spice for a little extra flavor. It’s easy to pull together if you are in a hurry. Serve with a side of vegetables or rice and you have […]
This burger makes me feel uber American as if I’ve pulled up a stool at a classic American diner where food is served up fast and right off the griddle. Maybe it’s the simplicity of the toppings and heat of summer that reminds me of easier times before menus were filled with fancy schmancy burgers. Sometimes the best […]
Alright, I’ve really outdone myself this time. In only 15 minutes I created a delicious plate of seared, buttery scallops, grilled asparagus and fresh, sweet peach salsa. As I was sipping my wine and eating like a queen I thought to myself, why would I ever pay for a fancy meal again when I can make a plate […]
This is one of my favorite salads to make in the summer when tomatoes are fresh and I’m looking for ways to incorporate them into everything I eat. I have a tendency to get a little over zealous and grab handfuls of tomatoes at the farmers market only to get home and not have plans on […]
Zucchini noodles are not a replacement for regular pasta. Don’t be fooled, my friends. No food can replace the love of a bowl full of carbs. This pasta is delicious because it’s actually delicious, not because its a carb replacement. I’ll admit that I was skeptical at first, but once I tried it and realized that […]
If you’ve never tried potato and chorizo tacos I recommend you stop what you are doing and head to the store immediately. The sweet, slightly crunchy sweet potatoes with the spicy, but not too spicy Mexican chorizo is a perfect combination. I add a little bit of corn for sweetness and roasted poblano for smokiness. […]
I look forward to spring when berries start to ripen. One of my favorite ways to use up the abundance of strawberries is this spinach and strawberry salad with poppy seed dressing. It tastes like a bowl of summer and packs a lot of healthy nutrients.The strawberries and poppy seed dressing are sweet while the pancetta […]
Welcome to your adult version of macaroni and cheese – Cheesy Herb Pasta. What goes together better than cheese and carbs?? Yea, I don’t know either! I use Parmesan, white cheddar, havarti, goat and blue cheese for a mix of flavors. If you stick to the portion increments you can pick the cheeses you like best. Think […]
There is a trend in recipes to convert meals into bowl form. I’m all about that, but I’ve been campaigning to put everything into a tortilla shell because of my love for tacos! So, does food taste better in a bowl or a tortilla shell? I’ll gladly participate in that debate with this recipe. I […]
Oh, baby, I’m dancing the ‘amazing dinner’ jig in my kitchen. The prospect of this fried rice for dinner got me through the work day.Fried rice is a pretty basic recipe, but there are a few detailed steps that can make all the difference for really good fried rice. I start this recipe with a […]
Is this a salad or a sandwich, you say? How about we call it a Salad Sandwich. That has a ring of healthy and comforting to it. Don’t shy away, my meat eating friends. This sandwich means serious business. And I don’t mean because it’s hard to make. All you need is a little patience to […]
When your food looks pretty it naturally tastes better. So by default this salad tastes fabulous. It’s like eating the rainbow. The real star of the dish is the soy-peanut dressing that makes it so mouth watering and addicting. Sure, the actual ingredients taste good, but once you lather them in the dressing, you’ll say, oh, this […]
This baja cabbage salad is a twist on a regular taco salad. Instead of lettuce that often wilts in a taco salad, I used crunchy cabbage as the base. I swapped ground beef for grilled chicken. The fresh orange, veggies and cilantro add vibrant flavor. At home, baked tortilla strips add a salty crunch. It’s fresh, it’s healthy, it […]
Mastering the art of comfort meals makes me a happy cook in the kitchen. For me, a comfort meal is when my taste buds are satisfied with something rich and something that usually involves carbs. But, I also don’t want to feel guilty for eating completely unhealthy. So, what’s a good option? Stir-fry! It involves a rich […]
Dinner holy grail = healthy + quick to make + tastes good + little clean up. For meals like this, fish works great. You can bake, broil, or sear fish, and it’s ready in under 10 minutes. In this recipe, I use a halibut steak which is satisfyingly dense and meaty. The fish deliciously absorbs the flavors of […]
As my mother would say, “this one’s a keeper”. I love risotto. I like it in the winter…. in the spring…. any season. The texture is silky and oh, so comforting. Once you get the hang of making a base risotto you can adjust the add-ins to vary the dish. In the winter months I like to use […]