One of my go-to dishes when I'm craving something fresh and flavorful that's also satiating, this Crunchy Wheat Berry Salad recipe is a great make-ahead dish and is perfect as a light lunch or dinner or served as a side. Vibrantly colorful and with a medley of crispy fresh … Continue reading →
Lemony Quinoa Cannellini Bean Salad
Creamy, buttery beans, crunchy cucumbers, sweet red peppers, tangy lemon, and protein-packed quinoa, this healthy and delicious Lemony Quinoa Cannellini Bean Salad has it all! Bring it to your to your next potluck, picnic, backyard BBQ, at-home gathering, and enjoy it as … Continue reading →
Dal Palak (Lentil and Spinach Curry)
This Dal Palak recipe represents so much of what I love about Indian cuisine. The fusion of flavors is a feast for the palate and this dish is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Creamy lentils or yellow split peas combine with spinach to create a wholesome and filling meal … Continue reading →
Curried Couscous Salad
Positively LOADED with flavor, this delicious Curried Couscous Salad recipe is sure to become a favorite! Chewy couscous, crispy carrots, buttery garbanzo beans, sweet raisins, and a curry vinaigrette make this salad an absolute feast for the taste buds! Be sure to also … Continue reading →
Fruit Chaat
If you're looking for a simple appetizer or refreshing dessert to follow your Indian meal, or if you're just looking for a new twist on fruit salad, this Fruit Chaat recipe fits the bill!  Made with a variety of sweet and tangy fruits tossed in a dressing featuring the … Continue reading →
How To Make Sauerkraut
A comprehensive, step-by-step pictured tutorial on How to Make Sauerkraut that is incredibly healthy and delicious! Making your own fermented homemade sauerkraut is super easy, requires minimal prep work, and the rest is just a waiting game. This Sauerkraut recipe covers … Continue reading →
Darn Good Cornbread Muffins
My go-to cornbread muffins recipe! Full of flavor with a deliciously moist and tender crumb, it's the perfect accompaniment to your chili, stews, grilled meats, and whatever else your heart desires!  Alternatively this cornbread recipe can also be made in a 9x13 inch pan … Continue reading →
Black Olive Tapenade with Figs and Roquefort
This black olive tapenade recipe combines figs, walnuts, honey, herbs and roquefort for an unforgettably flavorful feast for the senses! It's delicious as a sandwich spread and incredible spread on crispy baguette rounds for five star entertaining that will WOW your … Continue reading →
Traditional Yorkshire Pudding
Consistently ranked as one of the most beloved icons of British culture, Yorkshire pudding captures all the warmth and charm of old-fashioned English cooking. This traditional Yorkshire pudding recipe includes all the tips & tricks you need to create the BEST, the … Continue reading →
Homemade Rice a Roni
Do you like the taste of boxed Rice-a-Roni but have been looking for a healthier alternative?  Do you dislike boxed Rice-a-Roni but would still love a delicious and versatile side dish?  Whichever camp you're in, you're going to love this homemade Rice a Roni recipe! … Continue reading →
Green Beans Almondine
A very simple, very classic French side dish that's perfect for everything from the most elegant dinner party and special occasion to laid-back family gatherings. Fresh green beans, butter, lemon and toasted almonds come together in this traditional Green Beans Almondine … Continue reading →
ULTIMATE Green Bean Casserole
Behold, the ULTIMATE Green Bean Casserole recipe! Featured in magazines across the web and consistently rated THE best green bean casserole recipe EVER, this will convert even the most determined green bean haters! Tender green beans, bacon, cheese, cream, mushrooms and … Continue reading →
PERFECT Au Gratin Potatoes
Look no further for the BEST au gratin potatoes recipe! Perfectly creamy, cheesy and flavorful, this recipe continually gets rave reviews and is destined to become your go-to from now on! One of the cardinal rules of good potatoes au gratin is that it cannot be dry. … Continue reading →
Kartoffelklöße (German Potato Dumplings)
An authentic German Potato Dumplings recipe (Kartoffelklöße Rezept), just the way my Mutti and Oma always made them! Pillowy soft and tender, they are the perfect accompaniment to your sauce-based dishes and do a magnificent job of mopping up all that delicious … Continue reading →
Grilled Eggplant (or Roasted)
Packed with flavor and deliciously nutritious, this Grilled Eggplant recipe (or Roasted Eggplant recipe, whichever method you prefer) is sure to become a regular whenever eggplants are in season. It makes a versatile side dish and a tasty ingredient you can incorporate into … Continue reading →
Baba Ganoush
Luxuriously creamy, smoky, nutty, lemony, and savory, this Baba Ganoush recipe has it all! Enjoy this traditional Lebanese dip with warmed pita wedges and your favorite crunchy veggies for a delicious and healthy snack! What is Baba Ganoush? Baba ganoush (pronounced … Continue reading →
Roasted Rutabaga
This Roasted Rutabaga recipe is easy to make and is absolutely flavor-packed! Pair it with your choice of meat or poultry as a super healthy and delicious side dish you can enjoy any time of the year! I grow rutabagas in my garden every year. A perfect cold weather … Continue reading →
Quinoa Cornbread
A fun twist on traditional cornbread, this is made with cooked quinoa for added protein and nutrition! It also makes the crumb moist and tender. For tasty and slightly healthier twist, give this Quinoa Cornbread recipe a try! What better comfort food to accompany a … Continue reading →
Lavash (Armenian Flatbread)
However good you may think the stuff from the store tastes, absolutely nothing can compare to homemade! Warm, soft, and chewy, this homemade lavash is simply irresistible. As with any yeast bread, there is waiting time involved as the dough rises, and in the case of this … Continue reading →
Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)
Delightfully crispy and flavorful, these authentic German potato pancakes, Kartoffelpuffer, are fun to make and even more delicious to eat! They can be sweet or savory depending on the toppings you choose or what you serve them with. A quintessential German treat … Continue reading →
Roasted Pumpkin Risotto
Luxuriously creamy with the earthy-sweet flavor of pumpkin, this Pumpkin Risotto recipe is a wonderfully comforting dish, so perfect for autumn! Made from scratch with fresh pumpkin that is roasted and pureed. It's a delicious side dish or main vegetarian dish that's fit … Continue reading →
Spelt Buttermilk Biscuits
No more dense, whole grain bricks posing as biscuits. Â Â This Spelt Buttermilk Biscuits recipe produces whole grain biscuits that are fluffy with a great texture and delicious flavor! If you bake a lot with whole wheat flour but haven't tried spelt, you really should. … Continue reading →
Traditional German Spaetzle
One of Germany's most popular and beloved foods, here is a fool-proof and authentic German Spaetzle recipe! Perfect texture and perfect flavor, these are just like you know and love them from the Swabia region of Southern Germany where they originated! One of the … Continue reading →
BEST Giardiniera (Hot or Mild)
Not just for hot dogs and muffuletta sandwiches, add this giardinera to your burgers, nachos, pizzas, pasta salads and anything else your heart desires! This homemade giardiniera recipe is simply the best and once you've tried it you'll be HOOKED for life! What is … Continue reading →
Baked Potato Wedges
Potatoes are sliced into wedges, drizzled with olive oil, sprinkled with seasonings, and baked until crispy and golden. This classic Baked Potato Wedges recipe is easy and fully customizable to use any number of seasoning blends (see ideas in blog post) to create delicious … Continue reading →
Freezer Slaw
Cool, crisp, refreshing and flavorful, this delicious freezer slaw recipe is sure to become a regular! It's the perfect summer make-ahead side dish because you keep it in the freezer until you're ready to use it. Make a double batch while you're at it, this freezer slaw is … Continue reading →
Old Fashioned Baked Beans
Thick, smoky, sweet, and savory, this Old Fashioned Baked Beans recipe is one you'll come back to again and again! Serve these oven baked beans at your next BBQ, picnic, potluck or family dinner and watch your guests lick their plates clean and ask for more! The best baked … Continue reading →
Brunede Kartofler (Danish Caramelized Potatoes)
Brunede Kartofler (Danish caramelized potatoes) is a popular and traditional side dish in Denmark, enjoyed especially at Christmas. The potatoes are browned in caramelized sugar, transforming otherwise plain boiled potatoes into something truly special! If you're … Continue reading →
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried green tomatoes have been a favorite Southern classic for generations. Green tomatoes are sliced, coated in tangy buttermilk, dredged in flour and cornmeal, and then fried until they're beautifully golden brown and crispy. This Fried Green Tomatoes recipe yields a … Continue reading →
Waldorf Salad
Crispy apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery and toasted walnuts are enveloped in a creamy sauce in this Waldorf Salad recipe. Originally made for New York City's rich and elite, this famous salad soon became a staple in every American home. What is Waldorf Salad? This … Continue reading →
Authentic German Potato Salad (Swabian Style)
This authentic German potato salad recipe comes from the Swabia region of southern Germany where it remains one of the most popular and most delicious of all potato salads! I'm a huge potato salad fan and I enjoy it in all its varieties. But my all-time favorite is … Continue reading →
Ultimate Corn Pudding
This Ultimate Corn Pudding recipe incorporates all the things you love with the addition of three "secret" ingredients to it a flavor boost that will make your taste buds sing! Perfect for your backyard BBQ, potluck, tailgate party, or family dinner! Who doesn't … Continue reading →
Skillet Cornbread
Made with 100% corn, this Skillet Cornbread recipe is easy to make and is sure to become a go-to whenever you're craving a rustic cornbread that is positively PACKED with that scrumptious corn flavor! A wonderfully rustic and robust cast iron skillet cornbread that's … Continue reading →
BEST Macaroni Salad
Your search for the BEST macaroni salad ends here. This recipe ensures that you'll avoid all the common pitfalls of a mediocre macaroni salad. Deliciously creamy, moist, packed with flavor, the right balance of ingredients, the perfect texture, and visually beautiful, this … Continue reading →
Creamy Coleslaw
The BEST coleslaw and the perfect side dish for your barbecue, picnic and summer potluck! This classic creamy coleslaw recipe is quick to make and features the perfect texture and balance of flavors, rivaling your favorite restaurant or deli version! It's hard to … Continue reading →
Dosa Recipe (South Indian Pancakes)
Delightfully crispy on the outside and chewy in the center, nothing beats a dosa for the best of South Indian street food! Made from rice and lentils, dosas are naturally gluten free and vegan and pair deliciously with both savory and sweet fillings. I'm super excited to … Continue reading →
Mexican Corn Salad
Smoky, tangy, creamy, and utterly delicious, this Mexican Corn Salad recipe gets a mega flavor boost from some additional ingredients and is sure to be the star of the show at your next backyard BBQ, potluck, or family dinner! Enjoy it as a side, salad, or … Continue reading →
Sauerkraut Salad
Cool, crisp, tangy and sweet, this quick and easy German Sauerkraut Salad recipe is not only wonderfully healthy, it's superbly delicious! Low calorie, low carb and low fat. My Bavarian mom frequently made this Sauerkraut Salad while we were growing up and it's a … Continue reading →
Deli Style Broccoli Salad
This Deli Style Broccoli Salad recipe combines a variety of crispy veggies along with sweet raisins, dried cranberries, salty sunflower seeds, and is tossed with a delicious creamy cider coleslaw dressing. Â Whether enjoying it as a side dish or as a healthy lunch, this salad … Continue reading →
Mango Salsa
A fun and tasty variation on traditional tomato-based salsa, this colorful, flavorful and refreshing Mango Salsa recipe is sure to become a favorite! Serve it with tortilla chips, on fish tacos, grilled meats, chicken, and salmon, in quesadillas, rice bowls and more. It's … Continue reading →