Cheese Recipes
BBQ Chicken & Rice Quesadillas
Stretch and transform leftovers into a deliciously filling meal with these family-friendly quesadillas that will be ready in a flash! Maya (14), Gabi (12), Jalen (11), and Sophia (11) Coon are back for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, and they’re making quesadillas with an upgrade. Maya started making this meal when she battled cancer the…
Chicken Alfredo
Lighter than the traditional Alfredo but equally irresistible, this flavorful pasta dish comes together easily with minimal ingredients. Plus, there are options to add favorite vegetables and vary the protein. Welcome to Fountain Avenue Kids! Joey is back with his fabulous energy and enthusiasm to demonstrate a new-and-improved chicken Alfredo. Among other upgrades, we included three veggies.…
Easy Italian Stromboli
Modeled after a favorite at a local pizza shop, this flavor-packed stromboli is easy to assemble and may be prepped in batches and frozen for later use. Perfect for game day, casual entertaining, and easy weeknight meals. Gluten-free adaptation included. After baking strombolis recently with my nieces,ย Evie declared them a 10ยฝ out of 10! Grace…
Baked Havarti with Dill
A crisp, golden crust and gooey cheese are the hallmarks of this irresistible appetizer โ and you won’t believe how easy it is to prepare! I have a stash of stained and tattered recipe cards (always a good sign!), which I consistently return to when I need something quick, foolproof, and guaranteed to please. Baked…
Baked Artichoke Dip
Loaded with artichokes and elevated with a trifecta of cheeses, party-perfect Baked Artichoke Dip is creamy, crusty, salty, and tangyโand it can be prepared in advance! Two Christmas Eves ago, when holiday celebrations of all kinds were canceled because of the pandemic, my sister-in-law, Melissa, prepared this dip for family and friends. She baked multiple…
Easy Caesar Salad Dressing
My Classic Caesar salad dressing (with no raw egg or anchovies) is quick and easy to make and tastes amazing on a variety of greens. Add anchovies if you wish! Whether you’re in the mood for a classic Caesar salad with chopped romaine or crave a heartier variation that will keep in the fridge…
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
Shredded Brussels sprouts pair with classic Caesar dressing for an easy-to-assemble salad thatโs crisp, colorful, and loaded with flavor. Top with a favorite protein to transform the versatile side dish into a complete meal. Leftovers hold up for several days in the fridge! I love a really good salad. A good salad will complement…
Scrambled Egg Muffins
Basic ingredients come together in minutes for these filling egg muffins that can be customized to taste. Economical, nutritious, and delicious!ย Four fabulous siblings joined me in the kitchen for this latest installment of Fountain Avenue Kids. But this story involves so much more than their family favorite recipe, and I hope you will read…
Pizza Chicken
The flavor of pizza adds excitement to this family friendly chicken dinner โ and just like regular pizza, you can choose your toppings! If you’ve been following this blog for a little while, you are likely familiar with Grace and Evie. They are my much-loved nieces and have spent many hours in my kitchen,…
Zucchini Tuna Melts
A favorite seasonal vegetable takes inspiration from a classic sandwich in this wholesome, all-in-one meal enjoyed by kids and adults alike. Easy to make with one zucchini or many. The annual glut of zucchini and my younger son Christianโs love of tuna melts led to a lightbulb moment last summer. How good would the…
Corn Fritters with Smoked Paprika Aioli
Golden corn fritters are a deliciously easy way to repurpose leftover corn and there’s no need to deep fry. The simple sauce is optional but takes the fritters to the next level. Entertaining? Make appetizer-size fritters! At the height of corn season every summer, I always receive several requests for a corn fritter recipe. I’m…
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
An economical can of beans teams up with fresh veggies and a flavorful vinaigrette in this versatile, plant-based salad that can be adapted in countless ways. No cooking required! This protein-packed, plant-based salad starts with an economical pantry staple and makes a filling lunch or light dinner. I love it for its flavor and filling nature, and I…
