The night I served this sauce, one of my guests walked through my door and said, “It smells like an Italian restaurant in here!” When you have a pot of this meaty, succulent sauce simmering on your stove, you’re house can’t help but smell delicious. My sister’s mother-in-law, Carrie, graciously shared her spaghetti sauce recipe … Continue reading
This Chicken Tikka Masala blew my other attempts at curries out of the water. The chunky, flavorful, savory sauce with the charred, spicy chicken is FANTASTIC. The unexpected combination of all those spices is just incredbly delicious. Pair it with some nice fluffy rice and warm naan bread. My husband couldn’t get enough of this … Continue reading
This salad wins the grand prize for my current favorite salad. Of course, I love that it’s fast, easy and healthy. But mostly, I just want to EAT IT. The fresh berries and the tangy feta. The toasted nuts and grilled chicken. It’s all my favorite things tossed together and eaten by me. I think … Continue reading
I just love recipes like this. Simple ingredients and mouthwatering results! Slow cooking these pork chops on low heat results in some seriously tender, juicy chops. Every time I serve this, people ask for seconds. Add some mashed potatoes and veggies and there’s dinner. Let me introduce you to the epitome of good old-fashioned, stick-to-your-ribs, … Continue reading
When it comes to a weeknight meal, I’m usually looking for something fast, tasty, light and inexpensive. This can be tricky. Add in a few little kids and it gets even trickier. This chicken salad is a fantastic weeknight meal that your family will love. It won’t break the bank and it’s ready in a … Continue reading
Every once in a while, I need some creamy, cheesy pasta! This is one of my all-time favorite pasta recipes. It’s fast and easy, but still has this fantastic, indulgent flavor. The salty prosciutto and the fresh green asparagus are perfect additions to this grown-up Mac and Cheese. Serve this with some warm-from-the-oven Focaccia and a … Continue reading
This delicious, hearty soup is guaranteed to warm up your weekend! Often, I find minestrone watery and bland. Not this one. You’ve got all the wonderful veggies,the earthy rosemary and the Parmesan rind that adds an extra salty kick. I love the bean puree in this too. It gives the soup a little creaminess, without cream! … Continue reading
Do you feel like cooking something new and interesting? Then try this fantastic Black Cod! It’s light, tasty and different. The Asian flavors are terrific and it’s pretty easy too. I found some great, fresh-caught, Icelandic Cod at Wholey’s Fish Market that worked perfectly. Don’t try this without the pickled radish. The marinade for the fish is … Continue reading
If you are looking for a way to use up any leftover roast turkey or chicken, this is THE way to do it. This chicken pot pie is by far the best one I have ever made! Fresh thyme is a must here. It really adds that extra depth of flavor. Between the flaky crust … Continue reading
Now, here is the perfect summer meal: spicy, grilled chicken with a cool honey-lime dipping sauce. I love how the heat from the spices plays off the slightly sweet and refreshing sauce. Jamaican Jerk spice includes spices such as Scotch Bonnet Peppers, allspice, cinnamon, thyme and garlic. This unexpected flavor combination really works! Trust me, … Continue reading
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