This is a quick share based on the overwhelmingly positive feedback I received on Insta for this dish! Read on to learn how I pulled off a delish, healthy, no fuss meal in about 30 minutes! Salmon I purchased a salmon filet weighing approximately 1 3/4 lbs and left the skin on. I mixed 2 … Continue reading Salmon for Supper
Back by popular demand... Chicken and Waffles! These tender, crunchy coated chicken strips rival any piece of southern fried chicken; and the best part is they're baked not fried! Stack them on top of a warm, buttermilk waffle drizzled with Sriracha-Maple syrup and you've got a dish that will quickly become your favorite "Breakfast for … Continue reading Chicken and Waffles
With a nod to Spring, (which really needs to show up already!) this delicious dish combines the earthy flavors of asparagus and sun dried tomatoes with savory pancetta. Oh and don't forget the gnocchi (arguably, my favorite pasta); all tossed in a parmesan cracked peppercorn cream sauce... C'mon, Spring... you got this! Ingredients: Feeds 4 4 … Continue reading Gnocchi Primavera
There is no higher form of flattery than copying someone. That being said, it’s important to give credit when credit is due. One of my favorite parts of writing a food blog is following other like minded foodies and being inspired by the goings on in their kitchens. I often read recipes and see photos … Continue reading Thai Chicken and Rice
The added apple and cayenne pepper elevate the flavor and add a kick to this simple butternut squash soup! It's the perfect weeknight supper, paired with salad or sammies! Start to finish, you can have it on the table in 40 minutes with only 10 minutes of active prep! Ingredients: Feeds 4-6 2 tbsp butter 1 … Continue reading Best Butternut Squash Soup
I've been making these meatballs for years as an alternative to the traditional Italian style beef meatball we all know and love! They are juicy, flavorful and super simple to prepare. But my favorite thing about making them is deciding what to pair them with... tonight I went with ramen noodles AND seasoned zoodles. So good, … Continue reading Asian Turkey Meatballs
This easy to make dish is versatile enough to pair with a fancy holiday meal or serve as a weeknight supper side dish! Ingredients: Feeds 6 1/2 lb bacon, sliced and chopped 2 small shallots, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 pints brussel sprouts, trimmed and halved 1 tbsp whole grain dijon style mustard 1/2 … Continue reading Brussels and Bacon
Took a chance on making this pizza for the first time on St. Patty's Day! Luckily, we were blown away by how tasty it was! Almost everyone in attendance ranked it as their "favorite" food of the party! It may sound like a weird combo of ingredients for a pizza but it is oh, so good!!! … Continue reading Corned Beef, Cabbage and Potato Pizza!?!
I woke up this morning to snow falling yet again... and the first thing I thought of was French Onion Soup!? This is how my foodie mind works lol; the colder the weather, the greater my cravings for comfort foods like this rich, cheesy and flavorful classic! Ingredients: 6 bowls of soup 1/2 cup unsalted butter 3 … Continue reading Fabulous French Onion Soup
I am literally in the process of making a crock pot full of this soup for my kids to bring to youth group tonight! It's so easy to make and never disappoints, especially if you are a loaded baked potato fan! I actually added riced broccoli to the original recipe the first time I made it … Continue reading Fully Loaded Baked Potato Soup
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