This salad is so fresh and vibrant and the flavor of the grilled asparagus is out of this world! I stopped at a favorite international grocery store in Seattle a couple of days ago to pick up some fresh Feta cheese. When I asked for some domestic Feta the man behind the … Continue reading →
BEST Cream of Celery Soup
Leave the canned stuff on the shelf because NOTHING compares to homemade! This homemade cream of celery soup recipe is made from scratch, is easy to make, and the flavor will absolutely "wow" you! Fantastic as a stand-alone soup or used in any recipe calling for … Continue reading →
Cajun Catfish & Chips with Tartar Sauce
Crispy, crunchy battered and fried catfish mixed with Cajun spices and served with a delicious homemade tartar sauce and fries. Fish & Chips the Southern way! Catfish have gotta be some of the ugliest fish to swim earth's waters. With broad, flat heads, long spindly … Continue reading →
Maple Spice Boston Baked Beans
Packed FULL of flavor and easy to make in your slow cooker! And a little history lesson about the day a molasses flash flood hit the streets of Boston. Seriously. … Continue reading →
Pan-Seared Chicken With Creamy Orange Sauce
Ready in 30 minutes, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, looks elegant and tastes delicious! … Continue reading →
Beef Vegetable Stew
A rich, hearty and flavorful Beef Vegetable Stew served over cauliflower for a lower-carb alternative. It's healthy, satisfying and delicious! How to Make Beef Vegetable Stew A superbly delicious beef vegetable stew that will having you coming back for seconds! … Continue reading →
Restaurant-style Mexican Salsa
It's National Tortilla Chip Day! Who knew there was such a thing? Well there is, and what better way to enjoy the crunchy tortilla chip than with a bowl of homemade salsa? … Continue reading →
Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup with Homemade Croutons
Split pea soup is a classic and variations of it are enjoyed around the world. Here is an easy slow cooker version that is packed with flavor and is accompanied by homemade buttery croutons. … Continue reading →
Mini Football Pizzas
Just another little something for Game Day to help you cheer on your team! … Continue reading →
Bean and Bacon Soup
We often buy things in bulk when they're on sale. This time we stocked up on bacon. Todd and I both have a weakness of bacon. If we allowed ourselves, we'd be perfectly content eating bacon every morning for breakfast. But we don't. In fact, we probably average once or … Continue reading →
Herb Roasted Potato Wedges
As easy as these are to make these from scratch, why buy frozen? Plus these are packed full of herby flavor and beat any French fries out there. Bake them until they're crispy brown and enjoy them plain or with your favorite dipping sauce. They're the perfect side dish to … Continue reading →
Mu Shu Pork Wraps
Thank you to Campbell’s Dinner Sauces for sponsoring this post! Mu Shu Pork originated in northern China and first became popular in the U.S. in the 1960's. It quickly became popular and is now a staple in Chinese American cuisine. There are many variations of this … Continue reading →
Tortellini Minestrone Soup
This is one of my all-time favorite soups. It's something I threw together a few years ago in a time crunch and based on the ingredients I had on hand. And it's been a family favorite ever since, drawing compliments wherever it's served. … Continue reading →
Chocolate Peppermint Meringues
An elegant and delicious treat to enjoy during the Christmas season. Alternatively, use natural green food coloring and dip the chocolate in crushed green candy canes. These beautiful and yummy meringues are guaranteed to impress your family and friends! … Continue reading →
Italian Beef Braciole Recipe
These Italian beef braciole are deliciously fork tender and packed with a heavenly medley of flavors that will make your taste buds sing! Thank you to Honest Cooking and Parma Ham for sponsoring this post! I've brought you something extra special today! A delicious, … Continue reading →
Southern-style Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Bacon
Green beans, depending on how they're prepared, can be either just "tolerable" or they can be something that are actually enjoyable to eat. This recipe makes eating green beans a pleasure. You won't find yourself gulping them down just so you can clear your plate and pat … Continue reading →
Saag Gosht (Punjabi Beef and Spinach Curry)
This delicious curry from the northwest region of India can be made with beef or lamb. The rich, complex flavor profile of this Saag Gosht recipe portrays the very best of Indian cuisine. You're going to love it! Punjab, a combination of two Persian words, means … Continue reading →
Ultimate Pumpkin Bread (+ a Tour Through Goblin Valley!)
Halloween is approaching and while I didn't bake or cook anything "scary", I thought I'd share something with you that's nonetheless fitting for the season: Ultimate Pumpkin Bread! Whether you like or dislike pumpkin bread or may think you already have the best recipe for … Continue reading →
Easy Weeknight Jambalaya
Thank you to Pollinate Media Group and Hillshire Brand Company for sponsoring this post. As much as I love to cook, it can be challenging to find the time to do it. I know you can relate. I've found that to be especially true now that I have two toddlers. And so … Continue reading →
Buttery Sautéed Leek with Bacon
Something simple. Something good. A quick and easy side dish to enjoy with virtually any meal. Simple enough to serve with good ol' comfort food while elegant enough to serve at a dinner party. Regardless where or how it's served, anything with butter and bacon is … Continue reading →
Chanterelle Mushroom & Goat Cheese Crostini
Thank you to Honest Cooking for sponsoring this post. I am thrilled to be partnering with Honest Cooking to promote the first ever North Nordic Food Festival being held the first week of October in New York City! This 7-day extravaganza will feature the cuisines of … Continue reading →
Bacon, Leek and Roasted Tomato Quiche with Polenta Crust
Here's what happened. I had leek that needed to be used, a bag of gorgeous tomatoes from a friend's garden, and an open package of bacon. And I wanted quiche. A savory, buttery, leeky, tomatoey, bacony quiche. But I wasn't in the mood to make the crust. Can you relate? … Continue reading →
Homemade Sweet Pickle Relish
Nothing fancy, just a humble homemade sweet pickle relish. But it's downright good. In fact, it's the best I've ever had. It adds a wonderful dimension to your sandwiches, hot dogs, pasta and potato salads. So easy to make with instructions for canning so you can enjoy … Continue reading →
Chocolate Almond Quinoa Cake
This Chocolate Almond Quinoa Cake recipe is possibly the BEST chocolate cake you've ever had. Incredibly rich, moist, and delicious, it's also naturally gluten free! Chocolate Almond Quinoa Cake. No flour, just quinoa and almonds. 100% gluten free. And quite … Continue reading →
Indian Red Lentil Dip
If you think this sounds and looks familiar, you're right! A while back I posted my recipe for Masoor Dal, an Indian red lentil soup. It's my favorite Indian soup and I've discovered that the way I enjoy eating it best is as a dip. This is a thicker version of Masoor Dal … Continue reading →
Doro Wat (Spicy Ethiopian Chicken Stew)
There is a reason why Doro Wat is the national dish of Ethiopia and one of the most famous of all African dishes - it's fabulous! This authentic Doro Wat recipe captures the very best of Ethiopian cooking! Doro Wat is one of the most famous of all African dishes. … Continue reading →
Berbere (Ethiopian Spice Blend)
Central to Ethiopian cuisine is Berbere - a fiery hot spice blend bursting with flavor! Now you can make your own right at home with our homemade berbere recipe! What is Berbere? Berbere is a hot spice blend that is an integral ingredient in Ethiopian cuisine. Both … Continue reading →
DG’s Steak Sauce
Whether you're partial to Heinz 57 or are an A1 Sauce loyalist, you're going to love this homemade steak sauce! With a deeply robust, sweet-spicy, and smoky flavor, this sauce will enliven anything you put it on - and you may never buy store-bought again! … Continue reading →
Pakistani Chickpea & Pistachio Fudge (Besan Ki Barfi)
Besan Ki what?? The name, yes the name. And it's precisely the name that drew my attention to it in the first place and intrigued me enough to give this traditional Pakistani treat a try. If you had come across a sweet called "barfi", wouldn't you have wanted to try it … Continue reading →
Bobotie (South African Meatloaf Casserole)
One of the most flavorful and delicious casseroles you will ever try, Bobotie is an absolute feast for the taste buds! The national dish of South Africa, Bobotie features meat, fruit, nuts, curry, and a host of other spices and ingredients that combine to create the most … Continue reading →
Shanghai Burgers
Sometimes there just are no words. Like this time. Yum. Aw, I can do better than that. Let's try this again... Scrumptiously, delectably, exquisitely, deliciously, lusciously, scandalously, daringly, tantalizingly ...YUM! There, that's better. We all have … Continue reading →
Red Robin Banzai Burger Copycat Recipe
To quote a friend, "Sometimes you just need a great burger." I couldn't agree more. … Continue reading →
German Picnic Salad
Thank you to Honest Cooking and Castello for sponsoring this post! Though I do try to exercise self-control, I'm a bit of a cheese addict. Growing up in Europe with regular access to the world's best cheeses rendered me into something of a cheese snob. I can't help it. … Continue reading →
Ginger Scallion Noodles
Ginger Scallion Noodles. Ready in less than 15 minutes + can be made ahead of time + tastes delicious = Yes, please! … Continue reading →
Spaghetti with Roasted Sweet Corn and Cherry Tomatoes
The weather has been gorgeous here. My appetite for large meals often wanes on hot days and I find myself craving something lighter and fresher. Something more "seasonal." What could be more synonymous with Summer than fresh garden herbs, tomatoes, and sweet corn on the … Continue reading →
Grilled Chicken and Roasted Cherry Tomato Salad with Herbed Champagne Dijon Vinaigrette
This past Friday was the first official day of Summer! Salads are one of my favorite things to eat on hot days. Not that the weather's been hot here in WA, in fact right now it's pouring rain, but it was a beautiful weekend for the most part and that called for a yummy … Continue reading →
Herbed Champagne Dijon Vinaigrette
Everyone needs a good vinaigrette recipe on hand. This one is it. Robust enough to dress up a main dish salad, yet delicate enough to accentuate any accompanying flavors. If you haven't tried champagne vinegar before, you really need to. Preferred by many chefs, … Continue reading →
Baharat (Middle Eastern Spice Blend)
An authentic and versatile spice blend, this Baharat recipe is quick and easy to make and serves as a wonderful all-purpose Middle Eastern seasoning blend! What is Baharat? Baharat, Arabic for “spice”, is a special an all-purpose spice blend widely used in Middle … Continue reading →
Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
Two years ago CNN conducted a poll among 35,000 individuals to determine the world's 50 most beloved foods. The results were unexpected. Guess what ranked #2? You got it, Nasi Goreng! Nasi Goreng, the national dish of Indonesia, translates as "fried rice." A few weeks … Continue reading →
Curried Hash Brown Scramble
I made potato salad this past Saturday to take on a family picnic. I ended up boiling more potatoes than I needed, so I put the leftovers in the refrigerator for another use. The potatoes ended up coming in handy for a quick meal on a time crunch. I love potatoes. Made … Continue reading →