These wings are a so simple, I’m pretty sure my 12 year old could do this! Granted, he’d make a mess and probably spread salmonella all over the counter… but still he could do it! (That’s supposed to be your motivation, BTW!) Seriously though, this…

This dish is like a hybrid between a salad and a salsa. Cool and refreshing, it pairs perfectly with sunshine, happiness and laughter. OK, that’s not a real pairing- but that’s just how I feel when I have this citrusy, zesty, light and bright beauty…

Chicken Parmesan, AKA “Chick Parm” if you’re one of those people who orders it so often you have such a sense of familiarity that you have endearingly nicknamed it, is apparently one of the top 5 most googled recipes! I know because, I checked! So…

Every Monday morning looks a lot like this: A computer, my calendar, a cup of coffee and a notebook. I pre plan my dinners for the week BEFORE I go grocery shopping. Each day’s meal coincides with the amount of time that I have. As…

The concept of pureed vegetables in places where you least suspect them has tickled my fancy ever since Jessica Seinfeld’s “Deceptively Delicious” cookbook circa 2008 (I know, so vintage!)  This recipe hides 16 ounces of pure butternut squash, which is loaded with vitamin A, vitamin…

This traditional chili comes together in a SNAP in the Instant Pot. Made with all of the classic chili ingredients we know and love, plus a few extra ingredients that give this quick and easy chili a depth of flavor that will have everyone fooled, thinking…

The Caesar Salad is a staple around here. My kids love it, and if I can get them to eat a salad without (a lot) of complaining, I most definitely consider that a win! But THIS recipe is like a Caesar salad 2.0! I made…

Grilling season is my favorite! (A) less dishes (B) marinades! At any given time, you have at least 5 staples in your kitchen to quickly create your own blend of flavors that will satisfy whatever your craving is that day. The basis of a good…

Cooking dried beans from scratch no longer has to take hours, thanks to the Instant Pot. I don’t even have to pre soak them! Make a big batch in the beginning of the week, and you will have an elevated version of a versatile ingredient…

Lemon Bars are the perfect dessert for warmer days. Soft lemon filling paired with a crisp shortbread crust and the flavor is beyond delicious; so bright and zingy with all the lemon flavor from the juice and zest, they’re simply irresistible! I baked two batches…

If you speak as much French as I do, which is almost “nein”, then you will need me to translate here- Beurre Blanc means “white butter”. Which is a great way to describe, as there is butter, butter and more butter in this sauce. It’s…

Stuffed Artichoke Halves with a light and aromatic stuffing boasting bright lemon, garlic, parsley, freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crunchy Panko breadcrumbs. I’d say the the stuffing is similar to a gremolata, more so than a dense breadcrumb stuffing. The slicing in half makes removing…

PREP TIME: 25 mins COOK TIME: 35 mins TOTAL TIME: 65 mins AUTHOR: Brenda Lanzilli SERVINGS: 12 squares/ or 24 smaller rectangles Summer is approaching and so are nights huddled around the fire pit, with my sweaty little boys begging me to roast S’mores! It’s like a knee jerk reaction from their brains.…

Soft, creamy, and fluffy mashed potatoes with tangy goat cheese, chives, and greek yogurt! Easy to prepare in advance and bake later, or eat on the spot! Mastering the mashed potato is a culinary right of passage! One would think – “so easy- boil, mash,…

Using a pre-made Kale Pesto from Trader Joe’s makes this easy weeknight dinner on the table in as long as it takes to boil pasta! Cherry tomatoes and sundried tomatoes and a touch of honey lemon ricotta elevate this simple and inexpensive Pasta Salad for…

My, my what a pleasant surprise! During my most recent excursion to Whole Foods, I stumbled across one of my favorite fresh herbs, Lavender. Silently squeaking with excitement, I grabbed my unexpected treasure and high tailed it home dreaming of lavender lattes, lavender blueberry scones,…