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...]
Speck and Anchovy Pasta with Garlic Breadcrumbs
Note: I was sent a sample of Speck Alto Adige PGI in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. #sponsored During the winter, I cannot get enough comfort food recipes. To me, Italian food … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes
I really love sweet potatoes. I have a pretty bad sweet tooth, so sweet potatoes are right up my alley. Growing up, we used to always have them mashed with a ton of butter and topped with roasted … [Read more...]
One Pot Chicken with Orzo
Who doesn't love a "one pot" meal? No one wants to do a ton of dishes after dinner! I love cooking with my cast iron skillet, which is actually my grandmothers. Cast iron does a great job of … [Read more...]
Cacio e Pepe (Cheese and Pepper Pasta)
Note: This is a sponsored post, powered by BrandBacker. I was sent samples of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese to make this post. Opinions are mine alone. Some ingredients are so wonderful, that you don't … [Read more...]
Skillet Sausage White Bean and Kale Stew
As the weather gets a little cooler, I begin to gravitate toward more comfort food recipes. Not necessarily bad-for-you recipes, recipes that are simple but flavorful and filling. To me, there … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Garlic Red Potatoes
I've mentioned before that my smoke alarms in my house are... sensitive. If I roast anything in the oven, they tend to go off. So when possible, I try to find alternate means to cook my food. In the … [Read more...]
Spiced Lamb with Saffron Couscous
Because I usually have a recipe in mind when I go food shopping, it's pretty rare that I come home with a rogue ingredient. But recently, while picking up ground beef and sausage for my Meatballs and … [Read more...]
Balsamic Honey Roasted Carrots
I'm not sure what took me so long, but I've just started using Hungry Harvest. Hungry Harvest rescues produce that would normally go to waste, packages them up in different box options, and delivers … [Read more...]
Tex Mex Stuffed Peppers
The school year has begun. I don't have kids, but I am married to a teacher, so this time of year gets pretty hectic. Which means it's about time I started stocking my fridge and freezer on weekends … [Read more...]
Moroccan Black Lentils with Kale and Onions
As much as I wish that I could meal plan and cook every night of the week, I have times where my job is too busy and I just don't have time. During these busy periods, I usually order Blue Apron meals … [Read more...]
Grilled Fennel with Parmesan
I don't think you can ever have too many side dishes to rotate for different dinner combinations. One of my favorite ingredients is fennel. When raw, it has a nice anise (licorice) flavor with … [Read more...]
Farro with Vidalia Onion and Asparagus
Note: I was sent a box of Vidalia onions to make this post. Opinions are mine alone. I'm still working through my box of Vidalia onions. No complaints here, they are incredibly versatile! These sweet … [Read more...]
One Pot Moroccan Chicken with Couscous
Note: I was sent a copy of Eating With Peter for review. Opinions are mine alone. It comes as no surprise that I gravitate toward books that use food to tell a story. Eating with Peter: A Gastronomic … [Read more...]
Peach, Vidalia Onion, and Pancetta Flatbread
Note: I was sent a box of Vidalia onions to make this post. Opinions are mine alone. Spring is one of my favorite times of year for cooking. As the weather warms, all sorts of fun produce hits the … [Read more...]