It’s almost Thanksgiving, and turkeys everywhere are being prepared for their big moment. But even though turkey is supposed to be the star of the show, I find that we always have too much left over every year. One of the ways to overcome this issue is to make this herb-roasted turkey breast. It’s juicy, tender, flavorful, and just the right amount of turkey for a smaller gathering. Pl[...]
Craving tacos? Seriously, when am I not craving tacos! Sometimes I like to mix it up by making these chicken taco lettuce wraps. They are healthy, fresh, and simply delicious. Moist grilled chicken seasoned with a special blend of taco seasoning and topped with fresh tomatoes, avocado, and cheese, and finished with a zesty cilantro sauce. Enjoy them for lunch, dinner, or an afternoon snack[...]
I love a good one-pan meal! Easy to make and less mess to clean. This shrimp risotto is one of those meals. Rich and creamy with tender, juicy shrimp, it’s sure to impress anyone you make it for. If this is your first time making shrimp risotto, don’t let the process intimidate you. It’s actually quite simple. Just remember that this decadent Italian rice dish does not like being[...]
Because we eat so much chicken around here I'm always adding new recipes to keep it interesting. Well, this roasted lemon rosemary chicken is definitely a winner! With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy enough to serve on a weeknight and ready in less than an hour. The combination of lemon, rosemary, and garlic gives the chicken an amazing flavor. Plus it gives the house[...]
This bright and beautiful summer strawberry salad screams summer and takes just minutes to make. If you've never had the combination of strawberry and basil, you've been missing out! You can serve this as a side dish or add chicken to make it the main course. The fresh lettuce and ripe strawberries combined with the sweet, crunchy pecans, crispy onions, hint of basil, and tangy dressing al[...]
I started making Chinese Lemon Chicken at home because they took it off the menu at P.F. Chang’s. They always seem to take my favs off the menu but that’s a story for another day. This sweet and tangy Chinese Lemon Chicken recipe will make you forget about ordering takeout! Serve it over rice or noodles with some steamed vegetables for a meal the family will love! Before y[...]
This recipe for Angel Hair Pasta and Shrimp with Lemon Cream Sauce is by far my family's favorite pasta dish. Plump and juicy shrimp in a creamy, flavorful sauce with just the right amount of lemony citrus pop! Ready in 30 minutes, it's quick enough to serve on a weeknight and fancy enough to serve on a special occasion. A few notes before you begin: You can use frozen shrimp to ma[...]
We eat a lot of chicken in my house. Like A LOT. But luckily there are millions of great chicken recipes to help break up the monotony. And here’s another one to add to the list. This Roasted Peruvian-Style Chicken checks all the boxes… Moist Juicy Flavorful But what I love most about this chicken is that it’s ready in less than an hour! That means you can cook it up an[...]
For the first 12 weeks of the pandemic my family did not order any take out. At all. That meant that we were eating breakfast, lunch and dinner at home. They help out in the kitchen, but I am pretty much the one who cooks most of the meals. So it forced me to get creative and try some new recipes. And I was up for the challenge! One of their favs is Chipotle. I'm not a huge fan, but only[...]
We eat a lot of chicken in my house. I mean a whole lot. I was about to make baked chicken yet again, when I remembered I had some fresh ginger. So I added a few other ingredients and came up with this soy ginger chicken recipe. This sweet tangy marinade is just what you need to take your chicken from blah to BAM! read more[...]
