Dinner

Slowly roasted tomatoes and garlic are edible proof that “good things happen to those who wait!” Sweet, chewy, jammy, savory and bursting little wrinkled morsels of summer that add an unassuming complexity to even the most simplistic of meals. And this recipe for Slow Roasted…

Tacos are a blessing from above! And is it just me or are tacos having a serious moment for the last few years? Every where I go, taco this taco that! I don’t remember them being as popular with a near like cult following when…

Packed with a rich umami punch, roasted eggplant with a ginger miso glaze is so easy to make and sure fire way to mix up the basic routine vegetable side items. I think this lends particularly well as an accompaniment to grilled steaks or salmon…

Beef Bulgogi has become a family favorite in our house! A couple of winters ago we went to a Korean BBQ restuarant in NYC for a special dinner on Christmas night, and this is where I first fell in love with Mr. Bulgogi. The thin,…

Meatballs are a crowd pleaser on pretty much any occasion! My recipe uses fresh Italian herbs, plenty of aromatics and a high quality parmesan to ensure that the mouths you are trying to feed are happy and coming back for seconds! Writing down my “meatball…

This One-Skillet easy and nutritious meal is protein packed, loaded with vegetables and gluten free! So next time you are craving something with an Asian flair- skip the highly processed “Take Out” order, and make your own Stir Fry at home! It’s easier than you may think!

Ok Stop! Very Important question I have for you… do you have Polenta in your pantry?!? If the answer is no, we have a problem! Add it to your grocery list or click here to have it Amazon prime delivered to you right now. You…

Sushi Stacks are an achievable, yet impressive way to level up your appetizer game! In this recipe I chose to use cooked shrimp spiced up with a chili sauce and sriracha but there are many different options for you if that’s not your choice- crabmeat,…

These highly addictive baby potatoes are boiled, smashed and roasted with grated parmesan cheese until golden and crisp dressed with a tangy fresh herb vinaigrette. Perfect for snacking, as a side, or even as a main! My love affair with smashed potatoes may just be…

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…