Advertisements I know I say it often but that’s just because it’s so true – Chicken is such a versatile protein. You can use it in every style of cuisine and you can use just about any flavor profile that is out there. This time around I decided to dress up some drumsticks and thighsContinue reading “Black Currant Hoisin Chicken”
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Gyro in a Bowl
Advertisements The flavors of a gyro mingle together so well and I love to have them any way that I can. For this bowl, I went on the Lebanese route with homemade tabbouleh, feta, fresh mint and cinnamon flavors to round it out. This recipe for Gyro in a Bowl is so satisfying, you’ll beContinue reading “Gyro in a Bowl”
Market Fresh Salad
Advertisements Entree salads are perfect for weeknight dinners. When you can limit the amount of time turning on the stove in the hotter months, it’s a real win-win. And when you can change things up from hot heavy meals in the colder months – it is still win-win. This salad is loaded with delicious sweetContinue reading “Market Fresh Salad”
Homemade Fry Sauce
Advertisements Fry Sauce, Secret Sauce, Special Sauce House Sauce – what ever you may call it, you know you gotta have it for the ultimate burger and fry meal. This recipe for Homemade Fry Sauce is pretty simple, but oh so good. My kids ask for it every time we have burger night. Sometimes IContinue reading “Homemade Fry Sauce”
My Appetizer Collection
Advertisements Appetizers are one of those food categories that new recipes are always needed. My family likes to do appetizers nights every few weeks. A full meal dining on a variety of appetizers is a fun change of pace for weeknight dinners and it is a great time to try out new flavor profiles withContinue reading “My Appetizer Collection”
Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
Advertisements Some times when I am making my menu for the week, I get an idea for a particular flavor profile in my head. Sometimes it is really specific (though not all the time) and that is exactly where this recipe came from. I really wanted to make roasted red peppers myself, but I didn’tContinue reading “Roasted Red Pepper Pesto”
Quick Shrimp Ceviche
Advertisements If you are looking for a simple, flavorful and refreshing appetizer, lunch or snack – I have just the recipe for you! I call is a cheater dish – as you are getting the effect without the full efforts. This recipe for Quick Shrimp Ceviche lets you enjoy the delicious Peruvian flavors of CevicheContinue reading “Quick Shrimp Ceviche”
Chili Cheese Frito Salad
Advertisements Sometimes you just gotta have a little extra fun with your meals. Our whole family is mildly addicted to Chili Cheese Fritos. When I buy a variety pack of chip bags – they are always the first to go. So I wanted to figure out a way to use it in a meal withoutContinue reading “Chili Cheese Frito Salad”
Mango Chicken
Advertisements Sweet, savory and spicy all in one delicious chicken and rice dish. If you have not had mango in a savory preparation, you have got to try this recipe. Mango Chicken brings together the tartness of a lime, spiciness of peppers and sweetness of the mango to make a flavor packed meal. Coconut milkContinue reading “Mango Chicken”
Orange Bourbon Chicken Tacos
Advertisements How do you feel about fusion food? I absolutely love taking flavors and techniques from one culture and meshing it with another. Taco, like burgers and pizza, are a great medium for doing this. Because you have a basic idea – a tortilla stuffed with a protein, so veggies, and some sort of sauceContinue reading “Orange Bourbon Chicken Tacos”