Our Chicken Paprika is comfort food at its best, and with just a few ingredients, it’s a delicious and satisfying meal. Bone-in chicken thighs produce a very flavorful, natural broth that’s enhanced by the 60 minutes of cooking time. The actual preparation doesn’t take very long, so it’s just a matter of waiting for the […]
It seems like meatloaf has been on dinner tables forever. As a comfort food, it’s perfect with mashed potatoes and even better the next day in a sandwich. While our meatloaf is somewhat traditional, we add a little more emphasis to the preparation of the vegetables in our recipe. A roasted poblano pepper adds a […]
Our avocado toast is more than just a delicious breakfast or snack. We top it with a salad of mixed baby greens tossed in a light vinaigrette for a healthy and satisfying dish. Whether you enjoy it for brunch or as a starter, you’ll love the buttery richness of the guacamole and the tangy flavor […]
Our blueberry cornmeal pancakes are fluffy and light-textured, thanks to buttermilk and a combination of baking powder and baking soda. The cornmeal sets them apart from traditional pancakes, making them great for lunch or a quick evening meal. We love to add blueberries to our pancakes just because they taste so good, but the pancakes […]
This recipe is a fusion of two different styles of dressing: bread and cornbread. I created it because I wanted to enjoy both the traditional bread stuffing I grew up with and the cornbread stuffing my husband’s family made. It’s a versatile blend that can be served as a side for any occasion, especially during […]
Lemon zest, garlic, and a few red pepper flakes make these sautéed green beans fresh tasting and full of flavor. What I like about this side is that a good portion of it can be prepared ahead of time, from par-boiling the green beans to mincing the garlic and zesting the lemon. With a little […]
This is a perfect end of summer salad when cantaloupes and tomatoes are at their peak of ripeness. While it seems like an unusual combination of ingredients, I’ve seen versions of this salad in cookbooks dating back as early as 1918. What I love about this dish is its simplicity, with an emphasis on fresh, […]
This pasta salad takes on all the wonderful, briny flavors of the Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, and marinated artichokes hearts. To let these flavors shine through, we wanted a lighter dressing that wouldn’t compete with the other ingredients. Our vinaigrette is made with equal amounts of red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and canola oil. […]
Oven-roasted potatoes make a great side dish, but we’ve taken it a step further by adding a cilantro pesto that’s bursting with bold flavors. For this vibrant pesto, we puree 2 cups of cilantro, including the stems since the entire plant is edible and full of nutrients. With a little extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and […]
This mango smoothie is easy to make and has the added benefit of being cold, refreshing, and full of flavor. It’s a perfect snack for when you want something more satisfying than a piece of cake or a couple of cookies. This smoothie also has some health benefits that make it a smarter choice for […]
