Recipes
Entertaining/Holidays
Leftover Remix: Stuffed Pasta Shells
Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta, Vegetarian
This recipe is made from leftover creamed spinach from your holiday party. The whole idea of turning your leftovers into something completely different, brings new life to a dish that would have otherwise have been tossed in the trash!If making this from scratch, simply use 1 package of thawed and...
Spaghettini Carbonara
Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta
Pasta carbonara is a classic Italian dish that you will easily spend $15 for in a restaurant.
When you find out what the ingredients are used to make this dish; eggs, bacon or pancetta, Parmesan cheese and parsley, it seems ridiculous spending that much money on a meal!
Cranberry Lacquered Chicken
Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays
Having an excessive amount of leftovers during the holidays is unfortunately, the norm for most American families.
People often think of ways to creatively re-make leftovers like turkey, ham, mashed potatoes and more into new dishes. But what about Thanksgiving's favorite condiment, cranberry sauce or compote??
This elegant, yet surprisingly...
VIDEO: Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays
Mexican Chili
Beef, Entertaining/Holidays, Slow cooker
The Indian Summer has passed the Midwest, and cold and chilly days have finally graced us.
People are now craving hearty meals that leave
them feeling warm and cozy. This recipe puts a Mexican twist to a
favorite, Chili!
Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs
Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
My kids (and my husband) LOVE meatballs!
What’s great about meatballs is you can change up the flavors from
classic Italian, to Indian, Teriyaki or what this recipe, Mediterranean
style.
This recipe calls for 2 lbs of ground turkey,
maybe too much for one night’s sitting, but I make extra...
Breast Cancer Awareness: Smashed Berry Mascarpone
Desserts, Entertaining/Holidays
For Breast Cancer Awareness month, I wanted to share an easy and fun, and of course pink recipe.
Mascarpone cheese is widely used in Italy in
desserts and is a creamy, soft white cheese that is “sweeter”, very much
similar to spreadable cream cheese.
With the addition of frozen strawberries...
SIDE DISH: Brussels Sprouts w/ Applewood Smoked Bacon
Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays
This side dish is a classic Thanksgiving side.
There a couple different ways to make this. Some use pancetta, I used
applewood smoked bacon.
You can add dried cranberries and walnuts (at
the very end) to this if you want to fancy it up too! Some recipes call
to boil...
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Chimichurri Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner the Whole Family Will Eat
Poultry, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Most weeknights in our kitchen come down to the same question at about 5:15: what can I do with this pack of chicken that won't get pushed around the plate? For the past couple of years the answer has been chimichurri chicken. The chopping takes 15 minutes, the marinade does...
Healthy Homemade Stir-Fry Sauces With Less Sugar and Sodium
30 minutes or less
Photo by Lisa Fotios
Stir-fry is one of the easiest ways to turn a handful of fresh ingredients into a satisfying meal. With colorful vegetables, lean protein, and a hot skillet or wok, dinner can come together quickly without requiring complicated cooking techniques. The sauce, however, is what often brings...
Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
There is something about homemade cinnamon rolls that turns an ordinary morning into an occasion.Soft, pillowy and swirled with cinnamon sugar, they feel indulgent, yet they come together with simple pantry staples and a little patience.In our home, a warm tray of these on the weekend is one of those...
11 Refreshing Indian Summer Beverages to Enjoy in the USA
Drinks & cocktails
From cooling mango lassi to tart aam panna, these are authentic Indian drinks that beat the American summer heat.
As temperatures rise across much of the United States during summer, hydration becomes a growing concern. According to the U.S. National Weather Service, heat remains one of the leading weather-related causes...
10 High Protein Desserts (Healthy & Easy Recipes)
Desserts
Let's be real — you
want dessert. The problem is that most "healthy" versions taste like
sweetened cardboard, and the ones that actually taste good are packed with
sugar and basically zero nutrition. So you're stuck choosing between your
cravings and your goals. It's exhausting.
Here's the good news: high...
Why Hiring a Professional Bartender Changes the Entire Party Experience
Drinks & cocktails
Most parties have a moment, usually about an hour in, where the host disappears behind the kitchen island to pour drinks and never quite resurfaces. Someone wanders in looking for ice. Someone else is hunting for a corkscrew. The music gets louder to compensate. The host's evening, in any meaningful...
From Roast to Leftovers: 6 Meals You Can Make from One Whole Chicken
Poultry
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A whole roast chicken is
one of the smartest ways to plan a week of meals. It feels generous enough for
a proper family dinner, yet practical enough to stretch into several dishes
without extra shopping trips. When you approach it with...
Casual Elegance at the Table
Poultry, Vegetarian, 30 minutes or less
Simple, Affordable Recipes for February & March
There’s something beautiful about this time of year.
February still asks for warmth — cozy meals, slow roasts, comforting bowls.
But by March, you start craving brightness… citrus, greens, something fresh.
In our home, this is what I call casual elegance season.
Food...
Easy Weeknight Meals with Grass Fed Beef Tallow
Beef
When it comes to preparing quick and healthy meals, grass fed beef tallow is a fantastic option. This cooking fat, made from the fat of cows that eat grass, is making waves in kitchens everywhere. For busy moms looking for easy weeknight meals that are both nutritious and delicious, grass...
5 Easy Fall Recipes with Only 5 Ingredients
Pasta, Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Vegetarian
When the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, we all crave comfort food that’s warm, flavorful, and simple to make. These 5 fall recipes are made with just five main ingredients — not counting pantry basics like salt, pepper, and olive oil that most home cooks already have...
3 Easy One-Pot Dinner Combos for Busy Weeknights
Poultry, Beef, Seafood
When life gets hectic, the last thing you want to deal with is a pile of dishes. That’s where one-pot dinners come in — simple, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you're feeding your family or just cooking for yourself, these three easy one-pot dinner recipes are designed to minimize cleanup...
Easy Fall Salad Recipes to Enjoy Seasonal Produce: Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Beets & More
Salads, Entertaining/Holidays
Wholesome, vibrant, and full of autumn flavors
Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal fruits, roasted vegetables, hearty grains, and crunchy nuts together to create salads that are both nourishing and satisfying. These aren’t your average summer side salads—they’re cozy, colorful, and make the most of everything autumn has...
