Kale Pesto Pizza
Inspired by a customer favorite at a local restaurant, this easy-to-make pie might just redefine your typical pizza night － and increase its frequency! If you’ve been to The Fridge on the edge of the city of Lancaster, chances are good you’re a fan of their mushroom and kale pizza. (Or has dined with…
Easy Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry
The savory brown sauce that makes this Chinese takeout dish a favorite is simple to make at home thanks to one key (and easy to find) ingredient. Worthy substitutes are noted for a variety of common allergies or ingredients you prefer to avoid. Have you ever wondered why it’s so difficult to replicate your favorite…
Easy Thai Roast Chicken
You’ll love this dish for the easy advance prep and great flavor, but the true hallmark of the recipe－thanks to one special ingredient－is the exceptionally tender meat. I’m predicting you will enjoy this dish for the easy advance prep and great flavor, but the tender, juicy meat might just knocks your socks off! I…
How to roll sushi
Successful sushi rolling is easy with these step-by-step instructions. Fun for date nights, girls nights, slumber parties & ringing in the new year. Instructions include how to make the best spicy tuna and sriracha mayo along with tips and shortcuts for creating your own favorite rolls. Midway through a busy month, rolling your own sushi may seem…
How to Roast the Perfect Turkey
When it comes to the perfect turkey, more work doesn’t mean a better bird. With the following step-by-step instructions, a perfectly seasoned turkey with crisp skin and white meat that’s just as juicy as the dark meat truly is possible. And it isn’t difficult. If you already have a tried-and-true recipe, you may simply like…
3-Ingredient Teriyaki Brussels Sprouts & Lentil Stir Fry
Inspired by a Trader Joe’s shortcut recipe but using ingredients anyone can find, this protein-rich, plant-based meal is a dream on a busy night. Enjoy it as is or use the recipe as a framework and customize to taste. You may have read one of my recent mentions about my older son. He’s…
Braised Cod with Tomatoes and Leeks
Once the veggies are chopped, this one-pan fish dish cooks in 15 minutes and is brimming with flavor. It’s elegant enough for company yet simple enough for busy weeknights, and a variety of fish can be used in place of the cod. If you’re trying to increase your intake of heart-healthy fish, this recipe is…
One Pan Teriyaki Salmon & Vegetables
One shortcut ingredient adds ease and loads of flavor to this heart-healthy, veggie-rich dinner that cooks in a single pan. My family gives this meal high marks, and it may just become a favorite with your family too! People often ask me if I will ever run out of recipes, and the easy answer is…
Unstuffed Pepper Skillet Dinner
Looking for more simple but satisfying weeknight dinners? This family-friendly, one-pan meal brings all the great flavors of the traditional preparation with a fraction of the work. (Dare I say you may even like it better!) Who can resist a satisfying, all-in-one meal? The convenience is undeniable and, in this case, the flavor replicates…
Budget Sushi Bowls (with canned tuna)
Eating well on a shoestring budget is easy with these flavor-packed bowls, which conveniently rely on canned tuna. Perfect for a speedy weeknight meal or packable lunch! 🍚🥢 Don’t you love it when an easy meal is greeted as though you slaved away for hours? In our house, this is that sort of…
Crustless Zucchini Pie
Similar to a quiche and loaded with veggies, Crustless Zucchini Pie can be served as a delightful meatless meal or a side dish to your favorite protein. (Leftovers improve with age!) Have you ever had an “Impossible Pie?” The name refers to certain recipes that were printed on the back or side of the Bisquick…
Martha Stewart’s One-Pan Pasta (and some riffs on the basic recipe)
This all-in-one meal is a versatile weeknight godsend! Once the water boils, the cooking time is a quick 9 minutes. (And there’s a spot-on gluten-free option for those who need it!) Have you ever tried Martha Stewart’s one-pan pasta recipe? The all-in-one meal is a gift on a busy weeknight, for sure. Though…
