This is a fresh and vibrantly flavorful Summer tomato salad that is typical of the ones I know and love from Germany. Â Simple, quick and as easy as 1, 2, 3, all you have to do is cut up the tomatoes, onions, and herbs, prepare the vinaigrette, and pour the vinaigrette over … Continue reading →
Chicken Meatballs
Italian Chicken Meatballs This Italian Chicken Meatballs recipe features deliciously seasoned ground chicken enveloped a simple but dazzlingly vibrant and flavorful tomato sauce! If you prefer, you can use ground beef instead. Â I'll make it both ways depending on … Continue reading →
Greek Lemon Chicken
Capers are one of those ingredients you come across occasionally but may have never cooked with or even tried. Â But they're an integral part of Mediterranean cuisine. Â Their use dates way back to ancient Greece. Â They come from a perennial plant that bears edible flower buds … Continue reading →
Grilling Steak & Snake River Farms Beef Review
I received some steak from Snake River Farms for review. Â All opinions are entirely my own. In preparation for Father's Day, Snake River Farms and Double R Ranch are offering some special Father's Day Gifts packages containing premium steaks (see special offer at the … Continue reading →
How To Make Candied Ginger
Make your own homemade candied ginger! The flavor is WAY better than store-bought, much fresher and more vibrant. It will bring your baked goods to life, plus they're fabulous just to snack on!  PLUS there's the additional bonus of an amazing ginger simple syrup you'll … Continue reading →
Broccoli and Pasta Salad with Olives, Parmesan & Toasted Walnuts
There simply is no excuse for buying those pre-packaged boxed pasta salad mixes. Â Not when you can whip up something this delicious and wholesome in minutes! I love the combination of chewy-crunchy, especially in a flavorful and wholesome pasta salad. Â This salad comes … Continue reading →
Locomotion Barbecue Sauce (Weber Genesis EP-330 Gas Grill Review)
I've teamed up with Weber to bring you this post! I can't even tell you how done I am with rickety grills.  We've gone through two of them in the last 5 years and it's one of those hard lessons learned:  You end up paying more for cheap quality items because you have … Continue reading →
Beef Stir-fry with Snow Peas and Mushrooms
Who doesn't enjoy a good stir-fry? One of the things I about Chinese food, aside from the fact that it's delicious, is that it's generally so doggone quick to make. Â Really the only time involved is the prep work - the chopping. Â The actual cooking takes less than 5 … Continue reading →
Szegedin Goulash (Székely Gulyás)
One of my most favorite Hungarian dishes, this Szegedin Goulash recipe features slow-simmered, succulent meat, onions and sauerkraut in a wonderfully rich paprika-infused broth. It's incredibly delicious! For more authentic Hungarian dishes be sure to also try our … Continue reading →
Spanish Steaks
This is the recipe that had my husband's work staff clamoring at his office door because of the aroma flooding the clinic at lunchtime. It's always rewarding when you can prepare a meal that smells amazing, tastes as good as it smells, and is visually appealing. Because … Continue reading →
Roasted Tomato Risotto
Incorporating the fresh and vibrant flavor of roasted tomatoes and garlic with the wonderful texture and flavor of melted mozzarella, Parmesan and herbs, this Roasted Tomato Risotto is absolutely delicious! Roasted Tomato Risotto Recipe Risotto is a culinary art of its … Continue reading →
Curried Apple & Butternut Squash Soup
Easy to make, this Curried Apple & Butternut Squash Soup is perfect for a starter or side dish or as a light dinner served with crusty bread and side salad. Simple enough to enjoy for a casual family meal and elegant enough to serve at a fancy dinner party. … Continue reading →
Slow Cooker Jambalaya
Jambalaya is such great comfort food, full of flavor and healthy ingredients.  Here is a thoroughly "no-fuss" version of this Southern classic dish. (You can also check out our traditional Jambalaya.) Just throw everything in the slow cooker, add in the last two … Continue reading →
Chili In A Pumpkin
Growing up my mom would make some fabulous meals inside of pumpkins during the Autumn season. Â It was always fun to lift off the lid and scoop the food out along with some of that beautiful orange pumpkin flesh. Â I've adopted the tradition in my own family and this year … Continue reading →
Fiesta Meatballs
Mexican Fiesta Meatballs. Â Vibrantly colorful and boldly flavorful with a touch of kick...let's get this party started! Another impromptu creation. Â I seriously had about 8 bell peppers stuffed in my two crisper drawers in the fridge screaming to be used. Â That's what … Continue reading →
Italian Stuffed Squash
A simple, healthy, delicious and low-calorie meal to enjoy any time of the year. Â Select seasonal squash accordingly. … Continue reading →
Greek Orzo Salad
You can never have too many good pasta salad recipes and this one is goooood. Â Quick and easy to make, packed full of wholesome ingredients, and bursting with flavor! … Continue reading →
BEST Dill Pickle Relish
An easy, wonderfully versatile and utterly deeeeelicious homemade dill pickle relish recipe! Canning instructions are included so you can enjoy this relish all year long! It's relish like this that makes eating a sandwich or hot dog just that much better.  It also … Continue reading →
Perfect Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
I've been making some gluten-free baked goods lately. Â No, I haven't turned gluten-free. Â And no particular reason other than just wanting to master the art and to do some experimenting. Â Today I'm sharing one of the results with you: Â Perfect Gluten-free Chocolate Chip … Continue reading →
Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Kabobs
Nothing beats a sizzling hot skewer from the grill that's slathered down with a luscious, sticky finger-lickin' sauce. Â These Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are fast and easy to make and are a guaranteed hit at your dinner table! … Continue reading →
Spicy Grilled Edamame
Crispy-soft edamame are sprinkled with spicy Japanese nanami togarashi seasoning and grilled to smoky perfection. … Continue reading →
Bacon Pineapple Chicken Kabobs with Hawaiian Sauce
Bacon Pineapple Chicken Kabobs with a sweet and sticky Hawaiian sauce. Â The perfect Summer grilling recipe! … Continue reading →
Spiced Chicken Kabobs with Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Juicy chicken breast is marinated in a potpourri of savory spices, grilled with a variety of vegetables, and then slathered with a mouthwatering yogurt tahini sauce that is accented with preserved lemon and mint. Â Heavenly! … Continue reading →
Creamy Carrot Soup with Star Anise and Dill
Perfect as a first course soup or light main dish served with crusty bread, this upscale Creamy Carrot Soup with Star Anise and Dill is not only extraordinarily delicious, it's fast and simple to make. … Continue reading →
Pan-fried Fingerling Potatoes with Leek
Simple and quick to make, this side dish is elegant and delicious. Â … Continue reading →
Cider Pork Chops with Leek & Dried Fruit Compote
Sometimes flavors come together and make great combination. Â Other times they come together and form a match made in heaven. Such is the case here. Cider Pork Chops with Leek & Dried Fruit Compote. Â Pull up a chair, your taste buds are ready to party! … Continue reading →
Balsamic Glazed Steak Rolls
Here's a great dish for the grill that is low cal, low carb, low fat, paleo...and tastes incredible! Â And just wait till you've tried this rosemary-garlic balsamic glaze...you'll be making it to pour over everything else! Truly, the glaze is downright delicious. Â I'll be … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken (Djej Makalli)
This famous and authentic Moroccan Chicken known as Djej Makalli is packed so full of amazing flavors, it will make your taste buds sing! How to Make Moroccan Chicken One of the most renowned and popular dishes in Morocco, Djej Makalli combines two staple ingredients … Continue reading →
How To Make Preserved Lemons
Learn how to make preserved lemons in this easy step-by-step tutorial! Preserved lemons are a powerhouse ingredient - lemon flavor on steroids - that will infuse your savory and sweet dishes with incredible flavor! How To Make Preserved Lemons Unlock one of the … Continue reading →
Greek Grilled Asparagus Salad with Tomatoes and Feta
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. Â When I asked for some domestic Feta the man behind the … 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. Â 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 →
Restaurant-style Mexican Salsa
It's National Tortilla Chip Day! Â Who knew there was such a thing? Â Well there is, and what better way to enjoy the crunchy tortilla chip than with a bowl of homemade salsa? … Continue reading →
Bean and Bacon Soup
We often buy things in bulk when they're on sale. Â This time we stocked up on bacon. Â Todd and I both have a weakness of bacon. Â If we allowed ourselves, we'd be perfectly content eating bacon every morning for breakfast. Â But we don't. Â 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? Â Plus these are packed full of herby flavor and beat any French fries out there. Â Bake them until they're crispy brown and enjoy them plain or with your favorite dipping sauce. Â They're the perfect side dish to … Continue reading →
Tortellini Minestrone Soup
This is one of my all-time favorite soups. Â It's something I threw together a few years ago in a time crunch and based on the ingredients I had on hand. Â 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. Â Alternatively, use natural green food coloring and dip the chocolate in crushed green candy canes. Â These beautiful and yummy meringues are guaranteed to impress your family and friends! … 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. Â This recipe makes eating green beans a pleasure. Â 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. Â The rich, complex flavor profile of this Saag Gosht recipe portrays the very best of Indian cuisine. Â You're going to love it! Punjab, a combination of two Persian words, means … 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 →