Peruvian-Style Potato Salad
My husband and I’s wedding vows were pretty traditional. Variations on the stuff about sickness and health, richer and poorer, faithfulness ’til death do...
Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry Casserole
I think the word “casserole” gets a bad rep. I know that I personally picture some gloppy, mushy mess of canned soup, some sort...
Culinary School Lesson: Restaurant-Style Hash Browns
In my “What I Learned in Culinary School” series, I’ll be sharing tips and tricks that I learned from two years of working with...
Lemon-Poppyseed Cornbread Mini Muffins
As much as I love (LOVE!) giant lemon-poppyseed muffins from coffee shops, let’s face it – they’re not the healthiest. Also, I’ve never had...
Goat Cheese Risotto with Asparagus
When friends ask me to teach them how to cook, one of the first things I teach them is risotto. Why? Well, it sounds...
Asian Zoodle Salad Jars
For several years now, a trip to Williams-Sonoma or any other kitchen store just hasn’t held the same allure. Don’t get me wrong, they’re...
Lightened-Up Pimento Cheese Dip
My friends like to tease me about the fact that I have a formal, documented list of life goals. I don’t care; I think...
Culinary School Lesson: Hot & Cold Plates
In my “What I Learned in Culinary School” series, I’ll be sharing tips and tricks that I learned from two years of working with...
Tabbouleh Hummus
I used to really, really hate the flavor of many fresh herbs. Especially fresh parsley and mint. Just smelling or thinking about either one...
Creamy Veggie Pasta Skillet
Fun fact about me: when I was a kid, it seemed like I won nearly every contest or drawing I entered. I had the...
Smoked Salmon & Avocado Mousse Phyllo Cups
I’ve been working on a huge project for the last few months. My husband and I are taking a trip to Italy and the...
Marinated White Bean Salad Jars
These Marinated White Bean Salad Jars are a light and fresh lunch to get you through the work week. Layers of marinated cannellini beans,...