Latest Recipes

Appetizers, Main, Seafood

Mojo Shrimp

Mojo Shrimp is perfect for a Mexican or Latin themed dinner, and it couldn’t be easier. The marinade features spices and citrus which makes for a zesty shrimp and sauce. You gotta try it!

American, Main

Baked Ham

Many moons ago for Easter din dins, I learned how to make a ham. This is a food item that is SO EASY. Honest to goodness, if you barely boil water even YOU can make this.  Literally three ingredients: the ham, a can of ginger ale and a 1/2 cup of light brown sugar. I’m not even joking. Cut some slits in the ham, pour a can of ginger ale […]

Side Dish

The Perfect Side: Roasted Potatoes and Red Onions

My Fabulous Roasted Potatoes with Red Onions are the perfect partner to any roast or meat you may be feasting on. I often cook these while the meat is resting. You may also do it ahead of time and then reheat them before serving. The potatoes, red onions, garlic and rosemary are a perfect combo. And they smell heavenly while cooking. My son always requests these. They are nice as […]

Chicken, Main, Vegetables

Sheet Pan Din Greek Style

The problem with sheet pan dinners – in my humble opinion – is that they elements do not always cook evenly, despite what the recipe claims. I find this to be the case especially when potatoes are involved. But dear readers, this Greek Chicken Thighs and Veggie Sheet Pan Bake is fail-proof. No potatoes are involved. You can of course serve this lovely, colorful easy peasy dish with a side […]

Pasta, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Lemon Spaghettini

Lemon Spaghettini is zesty and dreamy. You can enjoy it all on its own, but I often serve it as a side with a chicken or pork or salmon dish. It also pairs well with crab cakes. Here it is with delish skinny pork chops with an herb sauce: This dish screams summer, but we eat it all the yearlong. It is so the color of sunshine.