Recipes
Entertaining/Holidays
Grilled Chipotle Chicken Tenders w/ Avocado & Roasted Corn Salsa
Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Salads
July 4th celebrations across the country are
under way and it is all about the all mighty barbecue. This recipe for
grilled chipotle chicken uses chicken tenders for quick and easy
barbecuing, but it can easily be substituted with chicken wings,
drumettes, breasts and even a whole chicken for roasting....
Easy Pad Thai
Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta
Pad Thai is a noodle dish from Thailand.
Tradionally, it is made with peanuts, egg, fish sauce, tamarind paste,
lime, rice noodles and Thai chillies.
This recipe is a mid-week and “great everyday
meal” version using readily availble ingredients. I took out the
tamarind paste and fish sauce and substituted...
Spanish Chicken Bake
Baked/Roasted, Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
Many people may think that eating well and eating on a budget may not go hand-in-hand. It can, but only if you know how to use budget ingredients. Don't confuse inexpensive or budget ingredients with it lacking quality. You and your family can get Great Everyday Meals while sticking to a tight...
Broccoli & Chicken Pasta
Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Pasta
If your house is any like mine during the week, it is completely hectic and busy! Between work projects, school projects, laundry, and attempting to make the house look semi-clutter free, preparing the dreaded week night meal can become such a daunting task for many parents (mostly moms). A trick...
Coconut Tapioca Pudding
Desserts, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
Tapioca pudding is classic Americana. This recipe has an Asian twist using coconut milk instead of milk (or cream)and eggs. This pudding is also dairy free and great for those who are lactose intolerant.
The key to this dish is to continually stir the tapioca to prevent it from sticking...
Angel Hair w/ Roasted Chicken & Bacon
Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Pasta
Having guests over is sometimes cause for mild panic attacks for hosts. The idea of trying to impress guests with your fabulous (and impeccably clean) home, and your outstanding sense of great food can be a lot of work and money. This recipe is a quick meal yet doesn't lack...
Smothered Chicken
Baked/Roasted, Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
Comfort food is something that just makes people feel good. It’s satisfying, heart-warming, and is plain ol’ good.
This recipe for smothered chicken uses lean
chicken breasts, fresh mushrooms and fresh flat leaf spinach and baked
in the oven. It’s simple to make and is great with a side of...
Recipe: Tropical Fresh Fruit Salad
Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Salads
Fresh fruits are abundant during the Summer months and we often buy so much that they end up rotting in the fridge! Thankfully, that happens rarely in my house where we enjoy eating fresh fruits daily.
Fruit salads can showcase any and all fruits in season. This recipe puts a...
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Chimichurri Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner the Whole Family Will Eat
Poultry, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Most weeknights in our kitchen come down to the same question at about 5:15: what can I do with this pack of chicken that won't get pushed around the plate? For the past couple of years the answer has been chimichurri chicken. The chopping takes 15 minutes, the marinade does...
Healthy Homemade Stir-Fry Sauces With Less Sugar and Sodium
30 minutes or less
Photo by Lisa Fotios
Stir-fry is one of the easiest ways to turn a handful of fresh ingredients into a satisfying meal. With colorful vegetables, lean protein, and a hot skillet or wok, dinner can come together quickly without requiring complicated cooking techniques. The sauce, however, is what often brings...
Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
There is something about homemade cinnamon rolls that turns an ordinary morning into an occasion.Soft, pillowy and swirled with cinnamon sugar, they feel indulgent, yet they come together with simple pantry staples and a little patience.In our home, a warm tray of these on the weekend is one of those...
11 Refreshing Indian Summer Beverages to Enjoy in the USA
Drinks & cocktails
From cooling mango lassi to tart aam panna, these are authentic Indian drinks that beat the American summer heat.
As temperatures rise across much of the United States during summer, hydration becomes a growing concern. According to the U.S. National Weather Service, heat remains one of the leading weather-related causes...
10 High Protein Desserts (Healthy & Easy Recipes)
Desserts
Let's be real — you
want dessert. The problem is that most "healthy" versions taste like
sweetened cardboard, and the ones that actually taste good are packed with
sugar and basically zero nutrition. So you're stuck choosing between your
cravings and your goals. It's exhausting.
Here's the good news: high...
Why Hiring a Professional Bartender Changes the Entire Party Experience
Drinks & cocktails
Most parties have a moment, usually about an hour in, where the host disappears behind the kitchen island to pour drinks and never quite resurfaces. Someone wanders in looking for ice. Someone else is hunting for a corkscrew. The music gets louder to compensate. The host's evening, in any meaningful...
From Roast to Leftovers: 6 Meals You Can Make from One Whole Chicken
Poultry
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A whole roast chicken is
one of the smartest ways to plan a week of meals. It feels generous enough for
a proper family dinner, yet practical enough to stretch into several dishes
without extra shopping trips. When you approach it with...
Casual Elegance at the Table
Poultry, Vegetarian, 30 minutes or less
Simple, Affordable Recipes for February & March
There’s something beautiful about this time of year.
February still asks for warmth — cozy meals, slow roasts, comforting bowls.
But by March, you start craving brightness… citrus, greens, something fresh.
In our home, this is what I call casual elegance season.
Food...
Easy Weeknight Meals with Grass Fed Beef Tallow
Beef
When it comes to preparing quick and healthy meals, grass fed beef tallow is a fantastic option. This cooking fat, made from the fat of cows that eat grass, is making waves in kitchens everywhere. For busy moms looking for easy weeknight meals that are both nutritious and delicious, grass...
5 Easy Fall Recipes with Only 5 Ingredients
Pasta, Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Vegetarian
When the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, we all crave comfort food that’s warm, flavorful, and simple to make. These 5 fall recipes are made with just five main ingredients — not counting pantry basics like salt, pepper, and olive oil that most home cooks already have...
3 Easy One-Pot Dinner Combos for Busy Weeknights
Poultry, Beef, Seafood
When life gets hectic, the last thing you want to deal with is a pile of dishes. That’s where one-pot dinners come in — simple, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you're feeding your family or just cooking for yourself, these three easy one-pot dinner recipes are designed to minimize cleanup...
Easy Fall Salad Recipes to Enjoy Seasonal Produce: Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Beets & More
Salads, Entertaining/Holidays
Wholesome, vibrant, and full of autumn flavors
Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal fruits, roasted vegetables, hearty grains, and crunchy nuts together to create salads that are both nourishing and satisfying. These aren’t your average summer side salads—they’re cozy, colorful, and make the most of everything autumn has...