Latest Recipes

Main, Meat, Thanksgiving

Roast Turkey Breast

Roast turkey is a wonderful thing whether it is the fourth Thursday of November or any ole’ day of the year.  Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast by Ina Garten is the perfect dish when you want home-cooked turkey deliciousness for a small crowd. I make this for my family of three throughout the year, but you could certainly rock it out for a party of up to six to eight for Thanksgiving. […]

Asian, Main

Mapo Tofu

Many years ago, The Husband asked me if I could make Mapo Tofu. He has had it on his travels for work and wanted to enjoy this traditional Sichaun dish at home. The dish required a few specialty items that I needed to order online, but you can find them easily at an Asian grocery store if you have one in your hood. Those rare ingredients are fermented black beans, […]

American, Appetizers

Touchdown: Potato Skins!

You gotta try my Ultimate Baked Potato Skins for your next game day watching event. These take a bit a time, but they are ohhhh so good, just like you are at the pub but right on your own comfy couch.

Main, Meat

Greek Lamb with Yogurt Mint Sauce

This dish has restaurant vibes but you can make them right at home: Greek Lamb with Yogurt Mint Sauce. The chops come out perfect on my good ole grill pan, but you can of course make them on your outside grill as the recipe states. This comes from the Barefoot Contessa, and it’s an A-plus plus. Like many of her recipes, it is quite simple but the impressive results lead […]

Main, Meat

Skinny Pork Chops with Basil-Parsley Sauce

My Skinny Pork Chops with Basil-Parsley Sauce are so easy and delish, you’ll want them on a weekly rotation. This dish can be made in less than 30 minutes. Serve with rice or pasta and a veg or salad. The sauce is a vibrant bright green and can be made earlier in the day if you need.