Entertaining/Holidays

Fresh Tomato & Arugula Angel Hair Pasta w/ Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken Leg Quarters

Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta
I love dishes that look elegant, taste great, yet doesn't involve me spending the whole entire day in the kitchen. An even better plus is that this dish is cost effective using very few and basic ingredients. What many people don't realize is that an elegant and delicious meal does...

Roasted Trout Stuffed w/ Fennel & Citrus

Baked/Roasted, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Seafood
It’s Saturday and I rarely have the weekends off from work. So, I decided to get a little “fancy” and roast 3 whole trout and stuff it with fennel, honey tangerine, and lemon wheels. Fennel is a bulb that has a great licorice flavor. Essentially, this recipe only has 5...

Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken w/ Herb Roasted Purple Potatoes

Baked/Roasted, Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
Dinner time for the modern family, and especially the modern mom, has become a chore that so many do not look forward to because of the anxiety it brings on to the cook of the household. The question, "What's for dinner?" has become a question many moms are fearful to answer...

Shrimp & Asparagus in Lemon Garlic Sauce w/ Spinach & Feta Orzo

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta, Seafood
We all have hectic, fast-paced lives. Stay at home moms run around the house chasing after toddlers and grocery & cleaning lists, while working moms have to deal with co-workers and deadlines on top of that, to say the least. Working ladies are also busy artfully balancing their social, work...

Berry Chicken Salad w/ Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Salads
As I was searching my pantry for some inspiration for my next meal, I came across jars full of jams and preserves. Many people think of jam as something to be spread on a piece of toast with their morning coffee. And yes, that's a great way to use jam. But,...

Spinach & Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts w/ Marinara Sauce

Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
Chicken is awesome. There are millions of ways to make chicken. So much so, that sometimes, you just have no clue what to do with yet another chicken dinner! Here’s a great recipe using chicken breasts, pounded thinly and rolled up with spinach and ooey gooey mozzarella cheese. As for...

Red Skin Buttery Mashed Potatoes and Lemony Asparagus

Entertaining/Holidays, Vegetarian
I admit, there are times when cooking an entire meal is just IMPOSSIBLE!! These nights are lovingly called "rotisserie nights". I go to my local organic grocery store and pick up a juicy, perfectly cooked rotisserie chicken. Since I've knocked the main course off my list, all I have to...

Pasta w/ Jumbo Meatballs

Beef, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Pasta
I love pasta. It's a great comfort food. However, the typical spaghetti and meatballs in many households have become jarred and frozen concoctions thrown together in a pot.  Nothing will ever compare to the homemade version. This recipe for Pasta w/ Jumbo Meatballs is a recipe I assure you will become a family...

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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
Image by Grafvision from Getty Images via Canva.com 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...