Pizza Dough Pretzel Bites are a quick and delish way to get the goodness of fresh pretzels with minimal effort. Using premade pizza dough quickens the process tremendously. This is a really fun project do do with your little ones. While my little one is no longer little – he towers over my 5’2″ frame at age 11 – he has enjoyed making pretzels with me for years. And he […]
Sometimes the simplicity of a dish it what makes it so special. I feel that way about Pasta and Peas. This is the perfect food for the little kiddos in your life, but honestly it works in amazing ways for all ages, especially as a side to a chicken or a fish or a steak. Whatever, you please. Sometimes I just eat a bowl of it when I want a […]
Quick and delightful homemade soups are a fave thing of The Jersey Girl’s. Lemony Spinach and White Bean Soup totally fits the bill. The lemon broth is magical. You can use kale in this recipe, but I love the simplicity of baby spinach. No chopping required. The broth of this soup is soooo flavorful. Simmering the lemon and herbs before adding the beans and spinach really enhances the flavor. Feel […]
So, this summer my son was on a pickle kick. We did a few quick pickle recipes, once of which involved red onions. These are so good on Taco Night or on top of your burgers. The longer you leave the onion slices in th brine, the better they taste. Pickling always seemed to be a bit intimidating, but I gotta say the process couldn’t be easier!
As the weather takes a chillier turn, soup is totally a must. My Pasta e Fagioli is a guaranteed hit with young and old. My son has loved this for years! For best results, let the soup simmer for a long time. Give it like 45 minutes. And most importantly, cook the pasta in a separate pot of water. That way, all the wonderful broth isn’t soaked up by the […]
