One of my favorite quick dinner options is Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Sandwiches. I thought it might be nice to lighten it up a bit and make it into a one skillet (ok, one skillet plus a small pot) … [Read more...]
Classic Shrimp Scampi
A few years ago, I realized that the concept of what I know as Classic Shrimp Scampi is kind of an American one. To Americans, Shrimp Scampi is shrimp cooked in butter and typically served over pasta. … [Read more...]
Pan Fried Salmon with Brown Lentils, Cherry Tomatoes, and Basil
Note: I was sent a PDF copy of Beach House Dinners: Simple, Summer-Inspired Meals for Entertaining Year-Round by chef Lei Shishak in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. I think we … [Read more...]
Marinated Swordfish
NOTE: I was sent Carthage Co.'s Dadasi Dinner Plate in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. Unsurprisingly, I have quite the affinity for dishware. I especially love plates, bowls, and … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Mushroom Bourguignon
Note: I was sent a copy of The Big Book of Instant Pot Recipes: 240 Must-Try Dishes for Your Multi-Function Cooker for review. Opinions are mine alone. I've mentioned many times before how much I … [Read more...]
Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Note: This post is sponsored by Nasoya. All opinions are mine alone. I've been sharing fairly meat-heavy recipes recently, so it's about time I shared a meatless (and vegan) option that is perfect … [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...]
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...]
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...]
Creamy Snap Peas with Feta
Some nights, you just want to saute or grill up a protein and have a quick go-to side to make a nice meal without much effort. So it's always nice to have a few awesome sides in the … [Read more...]
