Advertisements When it comes to pasta salads, I like to have them loaded with veggies. I also prefer to use a vinegar and oil based dressing instead of a mayo based one for pasta salads. If you like both of those concepts and some bacon then let me introduce you to your new favorite pastaContinue reading “Easy Couscous & Veggie Salad”
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Easy Salami Tortellini Salad
Advertisements Pretty much everything is better once you add in a little bit of salami. This tortellini salad is loaded with lots of veggies so you don’t have to feel bad about adding in the flavor bomb of salami. If you need a simple meal to bring to a potluck or backyard barbque or youContinue reading “Easy Salami Tortellini Salad”
Quick Garlic Dill Pickles
Advertisements If you love garlic, you are going to love these super simple quick pickles. Loaded with whole cloves of garlic and lots of dill, these vinegary pickles are so good for snacking on. It only takes a few minutes to make these Quick Garlic Dill Pickles, and then a day or so in theContinue reading “Quick Garlic Dill Pickles”
Mediterranean Salsa
Advertisements When I make gyros or pitas at home, I love to include this Mediterranean Salsa – that brings great flavor to the whole bite. With these fresh ingredients, you will bring a brightness to your meal that will really take it up a notch. The flavors of dill, parsley, and oregano paired with freshContinue reading “Mediterranean Salsa”
Roasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Advertisements Ok while this recipe may seem a bit involved it really can be done with ease. The garlic dill roast chicken can be made several hours in advance (during the lunch hours or even the day before), And the dressing may have a several components, you probably have all of it to hand. LetContinue reading “Roasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches”
Easy Bacon Pasta Salad
Advertisements Pretty much everything is better once you add in a little bit of bacon. This pasta salad is loaded with lots of veggies so you don’t have to feel bad about adding in the flavor bomb of bacon. If you need a simple meal to bring to a potluck or backyard barbque or youContinue reading “Easy Bacon Pasta Salad”
Pork Dumpling Smash Tacos
Advertisements I am such a sucker for fusion recipes. Tacos are eaten, probably 45 of the 52 Tuesdays each year in my house. And no one wants to eat the same taco over and over. So, I am constantly thinking about different flavor profiles that I can turn into a taco. This time around IContinue reading “Pork Dumpling Smash Tacos”
Easy Chicken Shawarma
Advertisements A traditional Chicken shawarma is made by stacking marinated chicken on a vertical spit or rotisserie and slow cooking it while turns near a heat source. Not many home cooks and kitchens have the means to make it the traditional way, but that doesn’t mean that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the same flavorsContinue reading “Easy Chicken Shawarma”
Lemongrass Smoked Beef Bowl
Advertisements Smoking meats is such a great way to get amazing flavor from some of the less desirable cuts. It is a great way to impart deeper flavors as well make tougher cuts more tender. Which is exactly what you get out of this marinated, slow cooked, smoked chuck roast. This Lemongrass Smoked Beef BowlContinue reading “Lemongrass Smoked Beef Bowl”
Cucumber & Quinoa Salad
Advertisements With summertime in full swing, backyard eating is all we do most nights! This means a lot of salads and cold sides for our grilled and smoked meats. We make lots of potato, pasta and green salads. But every so often I try to make something a little outside our wheelhouse. Maybe pick aContinue reading “Cucumber & Quinoa Salad”