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A Few Of Our Favorite Things: Summer Book Edition

Looking for the perfect book for your summer vacation or afternoon by the pool? Weโ€™ve curated a list of top picks from some of our favorite sources and they offer something for every interest.   Emily and I both love reading, and summertime brings hope of a little extra time to enjoy the many books…

Condiments, Dressings, Salads

Red Wine Vinaigrette

Basic pantry ingredients come together with ease in this versatile vinaigrette that is sure to become a refrigerator standby.    Red wine vinegar is made by fermenting red wine, and the result is a tangy, slightly sweet taste that offers distinctive flavor to a wide variety of dishes.  This type of vinegar is frequently used…

Condiments, Sauces

Romesco Sauce

A Spanish sauce that’s traditionally served with fish, this gorgeous romesco enhances anything it touches and keeps in the fridge for up to two weeks. Try on a variety of meats, as a dip, sandwich spread and more.     This gorgeous red sauce has power to elevate so many meals. With a container stashed in…

Salads, Side Dishes

Everyday Green Salad

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. Though perfectly divine with fresh greens alone, you may add your favorite salad mix-ins, from crumbled blue cheese and halved cherry tomatoes to slivered red onion, thinly sliced cucumbers,…

Breads and Baked Goods, Breakfast, Casseroles

Blintz Casserole

Truly the perfect brunch dish, this blintz casserole is eggy, cheesy, sweet, savory, creamy, and crispy. With just a handful of ingredients, itโ€™s simple to put together and worthy of special occasions like Motherโ€™s Day. You may be asking yourself โ€“ what is a blintz? A blintz is a thinly rolled pancake or crepe that…

Beverages, Cocktails

Big (and Bigger) Batch Frozen Margaritas

Slushy-like with spot-on margarita flavor, a big batch of this party favorite takes minutes to mix up and can be stored in the freezer until needed. Ideal for Cinco de Mayo celebrations, potlucks, and backyard barbecues all summer long, the frozen margaritas can even be served one or two at a time. Years ago, a…

Side Dishes

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries (with oven option)

A few simple tips and 15 minutes is all you need to transform sweet potatoes into irresistible fries. A choice of dipping sauces takes them over the top!   Sweet potatoes can be a polarizing food. For every person who adores them, there seems to be someone else who abhors them. With a passion. Yet,…

Condiments, Dips, Dressings, Salads, Sauces

Small Batch Ranch Dressing (or Dip)

This small batch recipe is endlessly versatile, fresher tasting than store-bought, and ideal for all those times you don’t need a whole bottle. (Although it’s so good you may end up doubling it!)    When I buy a bottle of ranch dressing, much of it inevitably goes to waste. So I don’t often buy it…and…

Appetizers, Soups and Stews

Matzo Ball Soup

Matzo ball soup may be new to you, or it could be an old favorite you havenโ€™t had in a while. Either way, Iโ€™m excited to introduce you to an adaptation of my familyโ€™s recipe. Besides the use of duck fat โ€“ which makes for an extra scrumptious matzo ball – this classic take on…

A Few of Our Favorite Things โ€“ April Edition

Thereโ€™s a lot to look forward to during springtime โ€“ the change in weather, local produce (yay!), and graduations. This edition of Favorite Things honors all of these springtime themes with favorite recipes, kitchen gadgets, and gifts for adults and kids alike! 👩🏼‍🍳 Favorite Kitchen Gadgets (x2!) Mason Jar Shredders When a recipe calls for…

Side Dishes

Stovetop Lentils with Veggies

Colorful vegetables and hearty lentils come together with ease in this one pot dish that can be served as a filling vegetarian stew, a flavorful side dish, or a restaurant-worthy base for seared salmon or another protein of choice.    This meal goes way back. I first discovered the delicious brilliance of plating salmon on…

Main Dishes

Restaurant-Style Pan Seared Salmon

Picture the perfectly seasoned fillet of salmon with a lightly golden crust that you order from a favorite restaurant. You can make it at home for a fraction of the priceโ€”in about 10 minutes.   I get excited to share a recipe that is so quick and easy it belies its fabulous flavor and versatility.…

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