This White Chicken Chili really hit the spot for me this week. We had just returned from two weeks spent on the west coast of Florida, enjoying all kinds salad, fresh fish and seafood. Returning to colder weather than I would have wanted (as if I had any choice in the matter) I was craving… Continue reading

If you have ever had a traditional Cassoulet, you know it is fabulous, however it takes days to prepare.   This is a shortcut version, a shortened recipe that incorporates all the goodness of poultry, pork, white beans, and herbs, in a fraction of the time. Perfect for a casual dinner party (my favorite kind!). Pair… Continue reading

With every new season, I gravitate to a theme or new recipe, one that can be rolled out in a few different ways.  This Asian inspired Coleslaw with Mango and Herbs is just that.  Vibrant, zesty, and refreshing. We served it alongside grilled chicken thighs that were coated in Hoisin sauce.  That was a great… Continue reading

In my ongoing quest for the perfect high protein savory breakfast option, I decided to go out on a limb and try making a Buckwheat loaf.  Finally, a recipe to use that bag of buckwheat flour, that has been languishing in the pantry for gosh who knows how long. This is not a fluffy sandwich… Continue reading

I am very excited to share these Savory Breakfast Scones with you. Unlike the rest of my family, I wake up hungry, looking for breakfast.  Intermittent fasting and I do not get along at all. Dairy doesn’t really like me, so greek yogurt with fruit and nuts is off the table now.  Eggs don’t sit… Continue reading

Up until last night, Lamb Meatballs were not in my repertoire. Yesterday, we were wandering around the grocery store looking for inspiration for dinner, when I spotted ground lamb. Huh, what could we do with that? Make a fabulous Lamb Meatball with Harissa and Dill, that’s what! We paired then with some tzatziki, greek salad,… Continue reading

Gluten Free Dinner Rolls!  Soft, pillowy, tender, buttery…  Easily made dairy-free and vegan. Add some herbs for a savory version, or enjoy with a smear of butter warm from the oven.  Just what your bread basket has been looking for. Print Gluten Free Dinner Rolls Category: Brunch, Dinner Party, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian Ingredients 1… Continue reading

We had guests for dinner a few days ago.  I had time to consider what to make for dinner, but put not a thought into any form of dessert.  Sigh… Lucky for me, we had a box of gluten free yellow cake mix in the pantry.  Actually it had been in there for quite awhile… Continue reading

Last winter I saved a ton of Lasagna Soup recipes from Instagram.  Never did get around to making any though. Until today. Now I wish I hadn’t waited so long.  Tastes just like Lasagna, but takes a fraction of the the time and effort. Don’t wait, make it soon, it’s fabulous…… Print Lasagna Soup Prep… Continue reading

When was the last time you made Gnocchi for dinner?  I must admit we rarely cook it, somehow it fell under the radar and didn’t make it into our daily dinner rotation. It’s a nice alternative to pasta, and most brands are shelf stable so it’s right there in your pantry waiting for the opportunity… Continue reading

Rarely do I bake something that I find perfect.  Usually, I make a mental note to change some little thing next time… However, this Orange Loaf I wouldn’t change a thing, honey. Super moist, citrusty, baked and waiting to be consumed in under an hour.  Not to mention, you put every ingredient including a whole… Continue reading

If the thought of preparing and serving whole grilled fish is something you never considered, I get it.  Looks a bit daunting perhaps?  However, it’s about the easiest dinner party entree I have ever cooked. Just stuff each fish with some lemon slices, fresh herbs and shallots, give them a good sprinkle of olive oil… Continue reading

Yesterday, I was foraging around in the pantry for something to munch on.  Sadly, I did not find anything snack-ish worthy.  Found a few interesting albeit expired products though.  And multiples of things I thought I would use, but as of yet, have not.   Why did we have so many cans of chipotle in adobo? … Continue reading

This is a great soup to have in your back pocket, it’s a chameleon of a soup, honey.  Easily adaptable to whichever vegetables you have on hand.  As a template I always include onion, celery, carrot, tomato, zucchini, green beans, frozen peas.  Also beans, either canned like cannellini, or a similar dry bean that are… Continue reading

A few days ago my husband and I were lobbing out ideas for dinner, everything we mentioned was falling into the “meh” category it seemed. Then, I stumbled across a recipe from the new cookbook “Via Carota” for White Beans and Sausage. It was as if they had heard our conversation? Although I did cook… Continue reading

This Zucchini Lasagna is not unlike a lot of my kitchen endeavors. I had intended to make zucchini involtini, but ended up with a zucchini lasagna. After many attempts to cut long super thin slices of zucchini, first with my mandoline then a sharp knife, so that I could fill them and roll up, I… Continue reading

We picked up a few zucchini’s from the farmstand over the weekend, originally thinking of making a gratin-ish type zucchini dish, bubbly cheese, garlic etc. Instead, I whipped up a batch of yummy Zucchini Corn Muffins. That’s how versatile this vegetable is.  How many other vegetables can you think of that make a fabulous cheesy… Continue reading

I know, I know I haven’t shared here in awhile…….thing is, I have been spending all my food energy over on Instagram.  It’s just an easier platform to use.  It’s fun and interactive, and I feel I can be more spontaneous and candid there, share more no-recipe-recipes.  I often shoot with my Iphone instead of… Continue reading

Do you have certain recipes that you only make for holidays and special occasions?  When was the last time you roasted a turkey? or made corned beef and cabbage on a Wednesday?  Gingerbread? It will come as no surprise then, when you learn I only make Irish Soda Bread around St. Patricks Day.  I did… Continue reading

If you are anything like me, a tad bit lazy sometimes when it comes to dinner time.  Then, this soup is for you. Easy to source ingredients, no broccoli rabe at your market?  Try another leafy green such as spinach or swiss chard instead, any kind of savory pork sausage will work, use up any… Continue reading