Thank you to Del Monte and POPSUGAR SELECT for sponsoring this post! I don't know when or how or by whom the classic green bean casserole was invented, but whoever did should have a holiday named after them.  Or at least a postage stamp, don't you think? I mean, the … 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 →
Spicy Grilled Edamame
Crispy-soft edamame are sprinkled with spicy Japanese nanami togarashi seasoning and grilled to smoky perfection. … Continue reading →
Spicy Moroccan Veggie Burgers
The name doesn't begin to capture all the deliciousness that's in these burgers. Â Layers and layers of flavors and a great texture, these burgers are simply amazing! Â So good in fact that you'll never miss the meat! If you've never been much of a veggie burger fan (myself … Continue reading →
Creamy Artichoke Spinach Pasta (+ Dining Out With The Kids)
Thank you to BJ's Restaurant and Pollinate for sponsoring this post! A deliciously creamy, cheesy artichoke spinach pasta salad that is quick and easy to make with phenomenal results! Plus, a little documentary of our experience dining out with our two very … Continue reading →
Mexican Wheat Berry Salad with Chipotles and Toasted Walnuts
A deliciously flavorful, vibrant and healthy whole grain salad laced with smoky chipotles, tangy cheese, and a sweet & savory vinaigrette! PLUS, a cookbook giveaway! … 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 →
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 →
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 →
Mega Healthy Wheat Berry Salad
Absolutely packed full of healthy veggies, oils, and wheat berries, this latest addition to my "Mega Healthy" series is both tummy-satisfying and delicious. … 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 →
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 →
Indian Red Lentil Dip
If you think this sounds and looks familiar, you're right! Â A while back I posted my recipe for Masoor Dal, an Indian red lentil soup. Â It's my favorite Indian soup and I've discovered that the way I enjoy eating it best is as a dip. Â This is a thicker version of Masoor Dal … 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. Â Growing up in Europe with regular access to the world's best cheeses rendered me into something of a cheese snob. Â I can't help it. … Continue reading →
Ginger Scallion Noodles
Ginger Scallion Noodles. Â Ready in less than 15 minutes + can be made ahead of time + tastes delicious = Yes, please! … Continue reading →
Mega Healthy Honey Olive Quinoa Cake
My family's health is of utmost importance to me, especially my kids' health. Â I'm always looking for creative ways to incorporate healthy ingredients into my cooking and baking. Â This cake is no exception and I can't begin to tell you how excited I am about it! Â I felt like … Continue reading →
Spaghetti with Roasted Sweet Corn and Cherry Tomatoes
The weather has been gorgeous here. Â My appetite for large meals often wanes on hot days and I find myself craving something lighter and fresher. Â Something more "seasonal." Â What could be more synonymous with Summer than fresh garden herbs, tomatoes, and sweet corn on the … Continue reading →
Curried Hash Brown Scramble
I made potato salad this past Saturday to take on a family picnic. Â I ended up boiling more potatoes than I needed, so I put the leftovers in the refrigerator for another use. Â The potatoes ended up coming in handy for a quick meal on a time crunch. I love potatoes. Â Made … Continue reading →
Watercress Salad with Strawberries and Hazelnuts
Whether deliciously complex or refreshingly simple, I love a good salad.  The other day the sun was shining, the birds were singing, and the beautiful rhododendrons were starting to blossom.  I felt like something fresh and vibrant.  So I picked up some fresh watercress and … Continue reading →
Panch Phoron Roasted Potatoes
I introduced Panch Phoron in my previous post. Â A delicious five spice Indian seasoning blend, it is delicious in a variety of dishes, including added to curries, rubbed on meats, sprinkled on vegetables before roasting, baked in bread, or used in this dish, Panch Phoron … Continue reading →
Grilled Cheese and Chutney Sandwiches
I didn't know what to eat for lunch today.  I wanted something quick and there weren't any leftovers of anything.  I made my Easy Homemade Mexican Chorizo yesterday.  While it is phenomenal tasting, it's obviously not a stand-alone meal. I opened the fridge and saw a … Continue reading →
Hungarian Mushroom Pasta
This is the pasta sauce version of my popular Hungarian Mushroom Soup.  I had noted at the end of that recipe that the soup was fantastic as a sauce and simply required extra thickening to transform it.  We had family over this past weekend and I made this sauce version … Continue reading →
Thai Peanut Tofu or Chicken Noodles
 What do you do when you have a tub of tofu nearing expiration and a stalk of lemongrass screaming to be used? Well, I'll tell you what I did.  I made a super quick, super easy, super tasty lunch - all in 10 minutes.  (Not counting the baking time of the tofu). The … Continue reading →
Japanese Mushroom, Tofu and Vermicelli Soup
Simple and simply wonderful. Â That's the best way to describe this Japanese soup made in just under 10 minutes. Â Shiitake mushrooms, soft tofu, and cellophane noodles (also called Chinese vermicelli) form the bulk of this soup along with green onions and delicate enoki … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken, Apricot and Almond Tagine
Moroccan cuisine is considered to be one of the most diversified cuisines in the world. This is because for centuries Morocco has been very interactive with other nations and has embraced and integrated many different cultural influences, not only in its foods but its art, … Continue reading →
Creamy Fettuccine with Shiitake & Porcini
Another Daring Gourmet original, coming up with a name for this was super fun! I finally arrived at something both poetic and whimsical. What do you think? "Creamy Fettuccine with Shiitake and Porcini." (Shiitake is pronounced "shi-taw-kee. Porcini is pronounced … Continue reading →
Pizza Margherita
Pizza. Fresh. Crispy. Chewy. Cheesy. Make pizza like a pro in your own kitchen. You don't need a lot of ingredients, just some basics like flour, yeast, cheese, basil and tomatoes. Experience why this vegetarian pizza is a beloved classic even among the most avid … Continue reading →
Spaghetti With Chicken Bolognese
For a healthier and leaner alternative to red meat but still made in authentic Italian fashion, try this Chicken Bolognese. Slow simmered with vegetables, herbs and white wine and finished with fresh basil and heavy cream, this sauce is full of flavor and is sure to become … Continue reading →
Barbecued Pulled Pork or Chicken Sandwiches
Sundays are the perfect day to pull out the slow-cooker. At least in my family. After attending church for 3 hours it's so nice to come home to a ready-made meal. To open the front door, walk in, and be greeted by the aroma of something succulent cooking in the kitchen, … Continue reading →
Smoky South of The Border Soup
This one is sure to become a family favorite! I made this on a whim today. My toddler was taking his nap, my baby was happily cooing away...and so I went to work in the kitchen! Some of my best creations come spontaneously rather than from careful, conscious planning … Continue reading →
Andalusian Gypsy Stew
Andalusia is the southernmost part of Spain. Although economically the poorest region in Spain, it is arguably the richer in culture and cultural identity. Bullfighting, flamenco, and Moorish-influenced architectural styles, to name a few, are all of Andalusian origin. It … Continue reading →
Tom Kha Gai
Tom Kha Gai is a highly popular Thai soup known for its intense and aromatic flavors and its rich and creamy coconut-infused broth. Â Tom Kha Gai translates as "boiled galangal chicken."Â Galangal looks similar to ginger and is related to it, but has a more peppery and … Continue reading →
Creamy Mushroom and Tofu Stroganoff
MEAT EATERS...DON'T SKIP THIS ONE!  This vegetarian stroganoff is so yummy even carnivores won't miss the meat.  But there are also instructions provided for a chicken version. And trust me, even if you don't like tofu, you're going to love this recipe! This was a spur of … Continue reading →
Tandoori Breaded Fried Mushrooms with Yogurt Dipping Sauce
If you love Indian food you've likely tried Tandoori chicken. The secret to great tandoori lies in the marinade and I cover that in my recipe for tandoori chicken. But this marinade is deliciously versatile and before we get to our mouthwatering Tandoori Breaded Fried … Continue reading →
Chipotle Squash Tacos
Here's something a little different. Squash Tacos. Did I simply wake up one morning with the idea of transforming squash into tiny fritters as a filling for soft tacos? Not exactly. Let me provide some context for this recipe... … Continue reading →
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