Recipe Blog

August 29, 2024

Smoked Salmon Grilled Sandwich

This recipe was inspired by a delicious sandwich that I had at Look's Marketplace. I made my own version using the wild caught smoked salmon from Sunrise Salmon.

August 8, 2024

A Week of Our Family's Summer Meals

Here are snapshots of what I've been cooking for my family this week. I hope this will give you a few ideas for your own family's menu!

June 13, 2024

Easy Ways to Use Cilantro for Everyday Meals

I love using herbs because just a sprinkle of them on top of any dish instantly make it smell amazing and look inviting.

June 6, 2024

5 Ways to Take Your Salad from Boring to Bursting with Flavor

Here are my tried and true ingredients to add pizzazz to salads that actually make me excited about eating another bowl of greens!

July 20, 2023

Smashed Baby Potatoes with Bacon and Smoked Gouda

Tender baby potatoes that are crispy around the edges and oozing with melted cheese.

June 22, 2023

Cilantro Lime Salad Dressing

I've made many cilantro dressings with different ratios of yogurt, lime, honey, and cilantro, but this recipe is my favorite.

June 22, 2023

Cilantro Pesto

Enjoy the delightful flavor of cilantro in pesto form!

September 8, 2022

One Pan Dinner: Crispy Chicken Drumsticks with Potato Wedges, Cherry Tomatoes, and Ranch

Here's a family-pleasing meal that's easy to make AND easy to clean up!

June 16, 2022

Herbed Chicken Salad

This is one of several easy meals that I use in rotation on busy days. They are completely made from scratch but only take about 30 minutes to prepare.

September 27, 2021

Eggplant Strata

Strata is typically a breakfast casserole made with eggs and cubed bread. In my version, the addition of soft spongy eggplant reduces the amount of bread used and adds more...

July 24, 2021

Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps

I combined the sauce from my Thai Chicken Pizza recipe with crunchy veggies, precooked chicken, and herbs all wrapped up in a tortilla. It is easy to make ahead and pack for on-the-go meals.

July 23, 2021

Roasted Garlic and Heirloom Tomato Soup

This tomato soup is super easy to make and rich with tomato, garlic, and basil flavor.

June 17, 2021

Creamy Mushroom Sage Chicken and Rice Skillet

The flavor of fresh sage leaves complements the mushrooms in this comforting chicken and rice skillet.

July 9, 2020

Cheesy Kale and Sausage Pasta

A filling main dish packed with protein and veggies.

August 8, 2019

How to Freeze Pesto

Here's the best way to freeze pesto so that you can enjoy the flavors of summer all winter long.

July 11, 2019

Homemade Ranch Dip or Dressing

Make your own ranch dip and avoid the questionable ingredients from the "Hidden Valley".

July 4, 2019

Not-Greek Tomato Cucumber Quinoa Salad

I make no claims that this is an authentic Greek salad. All I’m saying is, “It’s GOOD.” And you should make it.

June 6, 2019

Nothing-Like-Olive-Garden-Dressing

This was THE salad dressing that made me enjoy a salad for the first time EVER.

September 27, 2018

Winter Squash Pasta with Roasted Eggplant

An autumn flavored pasta with a rich sauce, roasted eggplant, and flavors of sage and thyme.

August 22, 2018

Thai Chicken Pizza- An Old Favorite Now Easier to Make

An easy to make at home Thai pizza recipe that's full of sweet, savory, salty, and spicy flavor.

July 26, 2018

Roasted Carrots with Cilantro Yogurt Dip

Spiced carrots baked in the oven with a zesty cilantro dip.

July 5, 2018

How to Make Basil Pesto

When I tried basil pesto for the first time several years ago, it changed my life. I had no idea that something resembling green mush could taste so good!