Tag: bell peppers

Pasta, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Couscous Primavera

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Every mom is looking for ways to get some veg into the systems of her offspring. My Couscous Primavera does just that. It’s perfect for a light lunch or a side to any meat, fish or burger.  Zucchini, onion, peas and grape tomatoes are my star veggies in this dish. […]

Main, Meat

Pork Souvlaki

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This Pork Souvlaki recipe from Ina Garten is a total KEEPER. I strongly recommend marinating the pork as soon as you can. The longer, the better. I did mine for 6 hours. I definitely think the marinade helps tenderize the meat. The recipe calls for pork shoulder, which is typically […]

Salads, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Healthy Eats: Lentil Salad

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I’ve been making this Lentil Salad all summer long to go with a sandwich or to just eat on its own. Lentils are packed with protein and fiber and are so good in salads and soups. Be sure to use brown or green lentils for this as red ones become […]

Chicken, Italian, Main

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Peppers and Capers

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I always love a new chicken recipe, and this one featuring chicken thighs and red peppers did not disappoint. Crispy Chicken Thighs with Red Peppers and Capers comes from Giada’s Italy cookbook by Giada DeLaurentiis. I doubled the amount of chicken, so I cooked the eight thighs in two batches […]

Italian, Main, Meat, Vegetables

Judy’s Stuffed Peppers

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We are going vintage today with Judy’s Stuffed Peppers. Judy is my momma up in heaven, and her stuffed peppers were amazing and a staple of my life. Mom always used green bell peppers for this dish, but you certainly can make it with red, yellow or orange. She also […]