Note: I was sent a ZOS wine saver for review. All opinions are mine alone. Using wine in recipes both adds and enhances flavor. I love cooking with both red and white wine, but I really only drink … [Read more...]
Mojito Slushies
What. Is. With. This. Rain? I feel like it's never going to stop raining in Philadelphia! It is now mid- to late May and all I want to do is enjoy some warm weather on my deck. Even if the weather … [Read more...]
Breakfast Guacamole
Note: This post is sponsored by Pete and Gerry's Organic Eggs. All opinions are mine alone. Eggs are a big part of my cooking repertoire: they are a great source of healthy fats, protein, vitamins … [Read more...]
Eastern Sunrise Cocktail
It's so easy to find food inspiration in Philadelphia. We have so many cool events throughout the year, and I'm lucky enough to be given the opportunity to check out a lot of them! One can't miss … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Carnitas
Who doesn't love carnitas? Tender, juicy, and crispy all at the same time, they are definitely a favorite of mine! They tend to come off as not exactly home-cook friendly though, because the … [Read more...]
Overnight Chia Seed Breakfast Pudding Jars
My husband really likes chia seeds. He will even just add them to water and have them that way. As (un)appealing as that sounds, I've been trying to incorporate them into some recipes that make the … [Read more...]
Indian Spiced Chicken and Potatoes in Tomato Cream Sauce
I'm on a pretty good streak of making a bunch of meals on weekends so that we have quick and easy meals on weeknights. Last weekend, I came across this recipe for Indian Spiced Chicken with Tomato and … [Read more...]
Harira (Moroccan Lamb, Tomato, Chickpea, and Lentil Soup)
Harira is a wonderfully filling and hearty soup originally from Morocco. It can be made with many different ingredients (and can be made vegetarian), but it's typically made with lamb, chicken, or … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas
I've been trying to use my Sundays to prepare better for the week ahead. I'm not exactly a master of food prep, but I am getting a handle on preparing a few meals (or parts of meals in some cases) … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Mango Chicken
I've mentioned before how awesome the Philadelphia food scene is, and it seems to only be getting better! One of the latest additions to the Philadelphia restaurant scene is Makhani, which just opened … [Read more...]
Sumac Scented Eggplant and Chickpeas
Have you ever used ground sumac? Ground sumac is made from dried ground berries from the sumac bush, which is native to the Middle East. The flavor is similar to lemons, sour and tangy, but less tart … [Read more...]
African Peanut Stew
African Peanut Stew (or Groundnut Stew) is a wonderfully hearty dish that originates in West Africa. Ingredients vary widely, but generally include a broth of ground peanuts and tomatoes with other … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Black Bean Dip
I love a good dip. It's one of my favorite snack to bring to a party -- it travels well and are always a hit! As a somewhat recent owner of COSORI 6 Qt Electrical Pressure Cooker and I had yet to use … [Read more...]
Black Eyed Peas Hash with Chorizo and Eggs
NOTE: I was sent a Deiss 5-Piece Nylon Utensil Set in order to write this post and host a giveaway. All opinions are mine alone. Happy New Year! There are a bunch of food traditions for New Year's … [Read more...]
Shredded Chicken Salad
I'm trying to do more food prep on weekends for busy weekdays. Breakfasts are relatively easy; I make a batch of muffins and freeze the extras for future weeks, or make overnight oats or chia seed … [Read more...]
