Frisco’s Peruvian Green Sauce
Looking for a condiment that complements and elevates seemingly everything? This flavor-packed sauce is easy to make－and makes enough to share. We almost always have a jar in the refrigerator, and whenever I whip up a fresh batch, I give a jar away. How many times have you enjoyed a restaurant…
Pan Seared Lamb Chops (with optional bonus sauce)
Juicy, mouthwatering, pan-seared lamb chops are restaurant quality but couldn’t be easier to prepare at home. Minimal ingredients and a hot skillet are all that’s required. As an added perk, the recipe can easily be prepared for one or two diners, or for a larger family. Most holidays, our whole family is together and we…
The Best Thanksgiving Sides, Stuffings, and Gravy Recipes
The Best Thanksgiving Sides, Stuffings, and Gravy Recipes is part of my Thanksgiving Recipe Playbook, which is is full of family and reader favorite Thanksgiving recipes that will cover all your holiday bases! Our Favorite Sides, Stuffings, and Gravy Recipes
Slow Cooker Spiced Apple Butter
The heavenly aroma of sweet apples and warm spices fills your kitchen with this versatile fall favorite that can be sweetened to taste. The generous batch freezes well, and you can even bake with it! Maybe you’ve shied away from apple butter because it seems limited to toast and plain yogurt. If those items aren’t…
Salsa Verde
Have you sized up what look like little green tomatoes with papery husks while strolling through the produce section of the grocery store, only to pass them by? This green salsa offers a compelling reason to put what are actually tomatillos in your cart. I first fell in love with salsa verde while in…
All Purpose BBQ Spice Rub
Taco seasoning isn’t the only spice blend that will serve you well all year round. From chicken to shrimp, pork and tofu, this simple spice rub adds incredible flavor…whether grilled, sautéed, baked or slow cooked! This is one of those kitchen staples I rely on heavily because it makes creating a variety of flavorful…
Easy Fresh Chile Lime Sauce
A handful of fresh chile peppers and a few simple ingredients come together beautifully in this not-too-hot sauce that can be slathered on so many things! 🌶 When considering a condiment made with chile peppers, hot sauce usually comes to mind. The following silky sauce, however, is a balanced combination of…
Favorite Peanut Dressing
Does the perfect peanut sauce recipe seem elusive? Look no further. This pantry-based recipe provides classic flavor with minimal effort and can be used in so many ways. Does the consummate peanut dressing or sauce seem like something that can only be found when you’re eating out? The ingredients from one peanut sauce to…
Leafy Greens Pesto
Quite possibly the most versatile pesto ever, this simple recipe will make delicious use out of a variety of healthy greens and can be enjoyed in so many ways! I adore this pesto for so many reasons. Sure there’s the fact that homemade pesto really, really does taste so much better than store-bought. As always, I…
Easy One Avocado Guacamole
A dollop of guacamole adds a little something special to so many meals, and it’s a heart-healthy snack, too. But sometimes you don’t need a big batch, or perhaps you only have one avocado. This speedy recipe is for those times and more! Fun fact: avocados are also known as alligator pears, and less…
All-Purpose Stir Fry Sauce
Mix a big batch of this flavorful sauce for quick and easy skillet meals that rival your Asian takeout favorites. Every single ingredient is a pantry staple and can be paired with a seemingly endless variety of proteins and vegetables. I have no good answer as to why I have never before shared…
Doctored Up Spaghetti Sauce
Comfort food at its best, this meaty sauce starts with a jar of your favorite marinara and can be customized in a variety of ways. Easy to make a big batch and freezes well! First and foremost, how is everyone doing? If you’re feeling sad, scared or lonely and just want…
