Loving this easy, savory Tuscan inspired soup made with coconut milk and veggie stock. It's hearty and lightened up at the same time - perfect for a snowy day on the mountaintop (see featured image)! Gracie girl, this ones for you! Ingredients: Feeds 2-4 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and chunked 1 small onion, chopped 2 … Continue reading Tuscan Style Potato, Bean and Kale Soup
Who doesn't love experimenting with squash this time of year? Although spaghetti squash is plentiful all year long, I crave hearty dishes like bolognese as soon as the leaves start to turn. Using spaghetti squash in place of pasta creates a meal that is lightened up yet filling. Using your crockpot makes it even more … Continue reading Spaghetti Squash “Bolognese”
Weeknight latkes for when you don't have the time (or the interest!) in shredding potatoes and squeezing them dry! Many of you who make latkes from scratch for Hanukkah and I applaud you, but when you're looking for a quick fix any time of year, this may be the recipe for you! Enjoy!! Ingredients: Makes … Continue reading Lazy Latkes
This spicy hearty soup comes together in minutes thanks to prepared kimchi and frozen wontons, but don't let the ease of prep fool you into thinking it will lack depth! The fresh veggies paired with the flavorful broth created by the kimchi give it that homemade taste you're craving. Enjoy! Ingredients: Serves 4 2 tbsp … Continue reading Spicy Kimchi Wonton Soup
As I was prepping this dish I came to the realization that I have never posted a mac-n-cheese recipe!? That kinda blew my mind considering what a cheese-head I am, coupled with my love of pasta! Anyhow, my recipe for mac-n-cheese is a derivative of Alton Brown's original recipe. I discovered it years ago and … Continue reading Loaded Broccoli Mac-n-Cheese
Kill two birds with one stone when you feed your peeps this delicious cheesesteak sammie that tastes like it's straight outta Phillie but looks more like a Sloppy Joe! The best part is that your slow cooker does all the work so you don't have to; and I made it even easier for myself by … Continue reading Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
This is delicious twist on traditional slow cooker short ribs! The medley of mushrooms and the sweet and spicy flavor of the sauce, pair perfectly with these fall-off-the-bone short ribs. Serve it up over egg noodles with a side Napa Cabbage Slaw and you've got the makings of a unique and tasty Sunday Supper! Ingredients: … Continue reading Slow Cooker Asian Style Short Ribs
I've been doing some meal planning/catering which has me prepping a breakfast, a lunch and 2 - 4 dinners per week for a local family. Needless to say, I am spending a lot of time in my kitchen cooking! In an effort to streamline the process and make it not only tasty but also cost … Continue reading Tiny Turkey Meatloaves with Roasted Vegetables
Left with a yellow squash, a zucchini and a pre-made pie crust... a quiche is born! Ingredients: Serves 8 1 pre-mde pie crust 1 large yellow squash, sliced thin (approx. 1/8" thick) 1 large zucchini, sliced thin (same as above) 8 large eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup grated parmesan, plus extra 1/2 tsp fresh black … Continue reading Summer Squash Quiche
I love to eat but truth be told, I love to feed people just as much! Tonight we hosted my neighbor and her three small kids for supper. Her husband has been away all week traveling for business and I figured she could use a night "out"! I made two pasta dishes; one for the kids and … Continue reading Bucatini Carbonara with Peas
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