Featured Recipes

this classic take on a very special soup is perfect for the upcoming Passover holiday, and whenever a comforting soup is in order.

Matzo Ball Soup

Matzo ball soup may be new to you, or it could be an old favorite...

Easy prep is followed by a low and slow stint in the oven for flavorful, fork tender meat that will warm your soul. Optional day-ahead prep offers added benefits and convenience. 

Beef Short Ribs

A low and slow stint in the oven yields flavorful, fork tender meat that will...

Apple Pecan Spring Greens with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette－easy, healthy and brimming with flavor!

Apple Pecan Spring Greens with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

Apples, pecans, and blue cheese are the base of this versatile salad, and the speedy...

Humble alliums pair with two pantry staples for a tangy, crisp salsa that adds something special to perfectly broiled, 5-minute salmon. 

Perfectly Broiled Salmon with Scallion Salsa

Humble alliums pair with two pantry staples for a tangy, crisp salsa that adds something...

Latest Recipes

Enjoy the fruity, sweet-tart flavor of classic sangria in this light, refreshing, 3-ingredient spritz – and then customize according to season with your favorite fruit garnishes.

Sangria Spritz

Enjoy the fruity, sweet-tart flavor of classic sangria in this light, refreshing, 3-ingredient spritz –...
The very best salsa can be made in 10 minutes and will rival your favorite restaurant and store-bought salsa.

Restaurant Style Salsa

The very best salsa can be made in 10 minutes and will rival your favorite...
Crisp, cold, and loaded with flavor, a well-constructed wedge salad complements virtually any meal and can BE the meal - just add a protein.

Classic Wedge Salad

Crisp, cold, and loaded with flavor, a well-constructed wedge salad complements virtually any meal –...
Creamy, tangy, and simple to make at home, Classic Blue Cheese Dressing is perfect on your favorite salads and as a dip for veggies and wings.

Classic Blue Cheese Dressing

Creamy, tangy, and simple to make at home, Classic Blue Cheese Dressing is perfect on...

Springtime Favorites

Sautéed Shrimp & Asparagus with Crispy Prosciutto & Parmesan

This wholesome, one-pan meal can be on the table in 15 minutes. For a quick...
Naturally colored with fresh spinach and herbs, Green Eggs & Frizzled Ham reinvent the storied recipe with exceptional flavor and healthy appeal.  

Herbed Green Eggs and Frizzled Ham

Naturally colored with fresh spinach and herbs, Green Eggs & Frizzled Ham reinvent the storied...
The shallot vinaigrette is the hallmark of this crisp salad, which is versatile enough to pair with nearly any meal and easy enough to enjoy every day! 

Everyday Green Salad

The shallot vinaigrette is the hallmark of this crisp salad, which is versatile enough to...

Chocolate Caramel Matzo Brittle 

Sweet, salty, and crunchy, this traditional Passover treat will be a crowdpleaser any time of...
The classic ham sandwich is redefined with two kinds of cheese, a flavorful spread, and a quick trip to the oven. These toasty bunwiches are easy to make ahead and as well suited to casual entertaining as they are to a quick weeknight meal with a side of soup!

Baked Ham & Cheese Bunwiches

The classic ham sandwich is redefined with two kinds of cheese, a flavorful spread, and...
Flavorful, fork tender meat with ease...and your kitchen will smell amazing!

3-Ingredient Chuck Roast in Foil

Flavorful, fork tender meat with ease…and your kitchen will smell amazing! This hands-off recipe has...

Spring Into Weeknight Meals

One-Pot Spring Pasta with Smoked Salmon  ⁓   A streamlined cooking process, lots of veggies, and filling protein make this fresh and flavorful pasta dinner a winner!

One-Pot Spring Pasta with Smoked Salmon

The simplest of ingredients meet a flavor-packed sauce for a prep-ahead meal that's destined to become a weeknight favorite! 

Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

This veggie-packed, protein-rich meal is as delicious as it is quick and easy!

Chicken & Broccoli Slaw with Speedy Thai Peanut Sauce

Easy to customize with grains and vegetables of choice, these colorful, plant-based bowls are equal parts nourishing and delicious. (With convenient meal prep options!)

BBQ Tofu Bowls

BBQ Chicken Stuffed Potatoes － The easiest of meals also happens to be hearty, healthy and endlessly adaptable.

BBQ Chicken Stuffed Potatoes

Sure, you can make a regular Cobb salad, and it will taste great. But adding asparagus ramps up the color, nutritional value, and seasonal appeal. If you don’t usually have salads for dinner, this satisfying plateful might win you over. (Bonus recipes included!)

Asparagus Cobb Salad

Nutrition in the Kitchen

Wondering why people are taking electrolytes? It’s a hot topic, so here's a quick rundown to find out whether or not you want to get on board!

Is Electrolyte Supplementation Essential?

Have you been wondering why people are taking electrolytes for everything from post-workout recovery to hangovers and daily replenishment? It’s a hot topic, and one...

How Much Protein Is Enough?

Everyone has an opinion about protein. How much to eat, when to eat it, and why. So how do we know if we’re getting enough and if our diets measure up?

Can dietary supplements put your health at risk?

When it comes to nutritional supplements, how do we know which ones are most helpful and which ones won’t make much of an impact? Better yet, what’s harmful and should be avoided all together?

What Are the Best Diets for 2024?

The following is a review of the highest rated diets and what we can expect in the near future of dieting this year.

Let’s Talk About Poop!

Stool changes reflect how we are feeling and what's going on in our bodies - so let's feel free to do a little more potty talking!

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A few key additions transform basic rice into an extra special side dish that enhances a wide variety of cuisines. Not a fan of cilantro? Not to worry. You may omit it and the resulting lime rice will still be a winner!

Cilantro Lime Rice

A few key additions transform basic rice into an extra special side dish that enhances a wide variety of cuisines. Not a fan of cilantro?...
Your choice of fish (halibut is a personal favorite) simmers to tender perfection for a super speedy meal that's bursting with flavor. The easy sauce can be customized in a surprisingly simple way, making this meal a favorite with adults and kids alike. 

Salsa Simmered Halibut (or other white fish)

Your choice of fish simmers to tender perfection for a super speedy meal that’s bursting with flavor. The easy sauce can be customized in a surprisingly simple way...
A garden design pro shares her carefully curated list of products and helpful tips, which are aimed to ensure that the vegetables, herbs, and flowers in your backyard garden thrive this summer!

A Few of My Favorite Things, Garden Edition

A garden design pro shares her carefully curated list of products and helpful tips, which are aimed to ensure that the vegetables, herbs, and flowers...
Not your usual egg sandwich, the flavor-packed topping can be prepared in advance and then baked on the bread when ready to eat. Crunchy, creamy, and utterly delicious!

Open-Faced Egg Sandwiches (with advance prep options)

Not your usual egg sandwich, the flavor-packed topping can be prepared in advance and then baked on the bread when ready to eat. Crunchy, creamy...
A singular condiment adds culinary magic to simply roasted vegetables, in this case, transforming basic green beans into a restaurant-worthy side dish. Best part? It takes less than 15 minutes start to finish! 

Harissa Roasted Green Beans

A singular condiment adds culinary magic to simply roasted vegetables, in this case, transforming basic green beans into a restaurant-worthy side dish. The best part? The...
Simply roasted cauliflower is elevated to something special thanks to a versatile sauce that might just become a new favorite. The base recipe is perfect as a side dish, and a few pantry staples will transform it into a filling entree.

Roasted Mediterranean Cauliflower

Simply roasted cauliflower is elevated to something special thanks to a versatile sauce that might just become a new favorite. The base recipe is perfect...
Breaking News!

Something new is cooking…

There’s still only one cook in The Fountain Avenue Kitchen, but I now have two very talented team members who will be bringing complementary strengths...
A delightful balance of sweet and tart, this eye-catching twist on the classic cocktail requires just three simple ingredients. The refreshing drink is also easy to customize with other liquors and flavors, and I've included a few of my favorites.

Grapefruit Gimlet

A delightful balance of sweet and tart, this eye-catching twist on the classic cocktail requires just three simple ingredients. The refreshing drink is also easy...
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