Smoky Cajun Shrimp and Grits! The perfect recipe to celebrate Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or…any ole’ day of the week, really! The Shrimp are lightly sautéed after being seasoned with a homemade cajun spice mix, while the grits cook up quickly on your stovetop, finished with a healthy sprinkle of cheddar cheese. This recipe takes less than 20 minutes to make, is healthy, and soRead more ->
This Italian Cobb Salad packs a serious flavor punch! There are a few traditional Cobb ingredients in this recipe (such as hard boiled eggs and tomatoes). But every other ingredient gets an Italian twist: the chicken is marinated in an herby red wine vinaigrette. The bacon is made from prosciutto. The cheese is a crunchy Grana Padano. Marinated artichokes, olives, and pickled peppers also transformRead more ->
This Coq au Vin with Brown Butter Egg Noodles is pure comfort food! A simple chicken dish gets fancy with the addition of egg noodles doused in brown butter. Absolutely delicious! Comfort Food Coq au Vin. Literally translated as, “Rooster with Wine”, this recipe doesn’t hide much, which is what makes it so charming. A dish regularly reserved for cool and rainy Fall nights, thisRead more ->
This Orzo with Artichoke Pesto is downright cravable. The ingredients offer a perfect balance of savory, salty, and lightly sweet. Fresh corn, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a briny artichoke pesto. Seconds (and thirds!) will be inevitable! Orzo. Artichokes. Oregano. Sweet cherry tomatoes. Pesto. All ingredients that you would likely associated with some complex Italian pasta dish. Right? Oh so wrong. This Orzo with Artichoke PestoRead more ->
Summer’s best shines in this Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad. Fresh picked produce is simply dressed and lightly grilled, giving this salad its smoky flavor. Tossed with creamy mozzarella, al dente pasta, and a bright lemony dressing, this recipe will surely be your new favorite! Summer’s Cooking Method of Choice What says “summer” more than grilling? That was a trick question. There isn’t much. I loveRead more ->
This Salmon Pasta Salad is a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Cooked pasta and protein packed salmon is tossed in a creamy, tangy, and lemony Greek yogurt dressing. Fresh dill peas provide a fresh burst of deliciousness. Prep this one in advance and enjoy all week! It’s Friday. Did you know that? I only ask because this was one of those weeks. On Monday,Read more ->
The recipe for Buffalo Cauliflower with Cilantro Jalapeno Ranch Dipping Sauce is one of my all-time favorite and most popular recipes on my blog! Vegetarians and Carnivores agree: these cauliflower “wings” are tough to beat. Serve with a spicy jalapeno and cilantro spiked ranch dipping sauce. This appetizer is a crowd pleaser! I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. NoteRead more ->
This Roasted Shrimp Cocktail with Chimichurri & Cocktail Sauce is a fresh a spicy update to the classic appetizer! Homemade cocktail sauce and chimichurri are delicious accompaniments. The secret is in how you prep your shrimp: roast them! You’ll never make shrimp cocktail another way…promise. Shrimp Cocktail Is there a more classic and well-loved appetizer? Didn’t think so. I love shrimp. Any shellfish, really. OneRead more ->