We hosted friends recently at our house for the weekend. Whenever we have guests, I prefer to do as much of the prep work ahead of time as possible. So it should come as no surprise that I lean on … [Read more...]
Italian Sausage Bread
Some recipes, like this one for Italian Sausage Bread, are so easy and yet are oh so satisfying. My mother-in-law seems to have an endless supply of sausage bread prepared at her house, so I never … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Baked Ziti
A friend reached out to me with a food challenge: how to make baked ziti that will be hot and ready when they come back from a christening. A Slow Cooker Baked Ziti recipe seemed like the perfect … [Read more...]
Cheesesteak Dip
Before I share this recipe for Cheesesteak Dip, I will be honest. I'm not a football fan. But I am a fan of bragging about Philadelphia, so I have to at least acknowledge the Eagles heading back to … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Figs
From August to October, figs are in season. Whenever I come across fresh figs, I just have to buy them! I've shared recipes in the past using this yummy ingredient -- everything from adding it … [Read more...]
Smoky Bacon Topped Mac and Cheese
Note: I was sent samples of Bear Mountain BBQ Wood Pellets in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. I'm going to keep the yummy smoked recipes going because, well, I can! This recipe for … [Read more...]
Lamb Stuffed Mediterranean Peppers
I'm not going to lie, I didn't love stuffed peppers when I was younger. However, as I realize that there are multiple ways to make them, like these Tex-Mex Stuffed Peppers and this recipe for Lamb … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Themed Charcuterie Board
Note: I was sent some Philly Pretzel Factory coupons in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. It is no secret that I am a proud Philadelphian. It's also no secret that I love me a good … [Read more...]
Freezable Breakfast Burritos
Ironically, I've been having a hard time getting into a cooking groove during this pandemic. Even though I'm now home basically ALL the time, my job seems to have gotten even busier, and I'm in the … [Read more...]
Homemade Pierogis
During these stay-at-home orders, there have been a few foods that I've been craving that I would order frequently from local restaurants. One of my biggest recent cravings was for Messina Social … [Read more...]
Lemon Orzo with Crab and Herbs
NOTE: I received a copy of The Everything Mediterranean Instant Pot® Cookbook: 300 Recipes for Healthy Mediterranean Meals―Made in Minutes by Kelly Jaggers in order to write this post with Lemon Orzo … [Read more...]
Bacon Egg Bites
Note: I was sent a copy of The Dirty, Lazy, Keto Cookbook in order to write this review. Opinions are mine alone. January is the time of year where many set goals for themselves for the next 12 … [Read more...]
Basil Anchovy Pesto
One of my favorite cookbooks right now is Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow by Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky. If you haven't heard of it, be sure to check it out. It's filled with awesome recipes … [Read more...]
Smoked Chicken Riggies
Chicken Riggies is a pasta dish native to Utica, NY consisting of chicken, peppers, and rigatoni in a spicy tomato-cream sauce. So why exactly is a Philadelphia-based blog posting a version of Smoked … [Read more...]
Eggplant Meatballs
The end of April can mean only one thing, Flavors on the Avenue is almost here! Held the last Sunday of every April, Flavors on the Avenue is one of my favorite annual events. The food festival is … [Read more...]
