Savory Spiced Mixed Nuts
Savory Spiced Mixed Nuts. When I was growing up, my father usually had a container of Beer Nuts on hand to enjoy with his favorite […]
Smoky Corn Tomato Multigrain Salad
Smoky Corn Tomato Multigrain Salad. Summer gets pretty hot and humid where I live. Heating up the kitchen isn’t always the best answer to obtain […]
Avocado Veggie Bleu Toast
Avocado Veggie Bleu Toast. Toasted bread with toppings has become an easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I’m always a fan of PBJ on whole grain […]
Minestrone Soup
Minestrone Soup. Soup can be comforting yet also disguise itself as a healthy meal. My Minestrone Soup is pretty simple to make and will give […]
Southwest Salsa
Southwest Salsa. This super easy smoky salsa featuring roasted corn is great on tacos, grilled meats, salads, and for chip-dipping. It tastes very fresh and […]
Mushroom Pappardelle
Mushroom Pappardelle. Mushrooms are very meaty and provide that “umami” flavor that everyone seems to be seeking these days. As everyone knows by now, my […]
Roasted Vegetable Naan Flatbread with Red Pepper Hummus
Roasted Vegetable Naan Flatbread with Red Pepper Hummus. Sometimes I experiment with items on hand and I come up with a colorful and tasty dish. […]
Mexican Rice
Mexican Rice — also known as Spanish Rice — is a quick weeknight side dish to grilled meats or the usual Tex Mex fare. Rice […]
Shrimp Pesto Linguine
Shrimp Pesto Linguine. As you are aware, I love to make my own pesto. Pesto is a mixture of herbs, nuts, olive oil, garlic and […]
Summer Roasted Chicken Salad
Summer Roasted Chicken Salad. Summer brings all sorts of tasty garden tomatoes, corn, and fresh herbs into the kitchen. My colorful Summer Roasted Chicken Salad […]
Easy Lunchbox Recipes
Easy Lunchbox Recipes. Who doesn’t like to go out to lunch with colleagues? I used to go out to lunch all the time. But now, […]
Burger Bar
Burger Bar. This summer, maybe for your Fourth of July celebration, set up a versatile Create-Your-Own Burger Bar. Your family and guests will have fun […]
Buffalo Chili
Buffalo Chili. There’s just something about a nice bowl of chili. It’s rich and comforting. My Buffalo Chili has a secret ingredient that makes it […]
Crispy Pork Schnitzel
Crispy Pork Schnitzel. What’s better than a crispy juicy delicious piece of meat? My Crispy Pork Schnitzel is definitely all that and more. If you […]
Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon. Whenever Winter approaches, Beef Bourguignon is on my menu. A rich beef dish, served with red wine, it’s also an elegant dish for […]
Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup. What’s your favorite soup from childhood? Mine was Campbell’s Chicken and Stars soup. It was a very comforting soup when I […]
Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart
Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart. What’s Summer without lemons and blueberries? I love that combo, especially in a dessert. My Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart is simple […]
Easy Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Easy Stuffed Mushroom Caps. My husband and I like to prepare lighter dinners especially in the summer months. This easy recipe is finished in about […]
The Best Creamy Chicken Pasta
The Best Creamy Chicken Pasta with Peas, Carrots, and Mushrooms. When my husband and I first met, he would make this delicious creamy chicken pasta […]
Tex Mex Pasta Salad
Tex Mex Pasta Salad. My favorite quick lunch is a chilled pasta salad. Pasta salads travel well to work, on picnics, and to potluck meals. […]
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes. One of my favorite breakfasts is a stack of hot fluffy and slightly crispy pancakes. I make several different batters and flavor […]