Make-Ahead Recipes
Broccoli and Prosciutto Bake
This quick-to-assemble casserole is ideal on a busy night or when you simply don’t feel like cooking. It can also be made in advance and reheated and it freezes beautifully. Perfect for a potluck, to deliver to a friend in need, or to pack in a cooler for a weekend get-away. Years ago, when…
The Easiest Arugula Salad
The simplest of vinaigrettes provides exceptional flavor in this crunchy, creamy, peppery, nutrient-dense salad that is so much more than the sum of its parts. (Video included!) This salad can be whipped up in a flash, yet when served, people tend to think it’s something special. Don’t you love it when that happens? The…
Everything Crusted Salmon
When used on salmon, the classic bagel coating provides crisp crunch and great flavor for a super speedy meal the whole family will love. As an added bonus, the recipe can be scaled to a single serving or to accommodate a larger group. When I make a sauce or spice rub, I tend to…
Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
There may be no shortage of pumpkin spice lattes in this world, but now you can make them at home, with tea or coffee, iced or hot, and with several other customizable options. You may even find that the homemade version tastes fresher…and at a fraction of the usual price! I adore coffee and pumpkin, but I…
Crunchy Top Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal (Muffins Optional)
Pumpkin and warm spices join a short list of kitchen staples in this hearty breakfast that may be prepared in advance and enjoyed throughout the week. From sweet pies, muffins, cookies, and cakes to savory soups, vinaigrettes, and even butter, there are so many ways to enjoy pumpkin. For a quick pumpkin fix, I’ve long…
Homemade Limoncello
Bring the Amalfi Coast to you with this easy-to-make Italian liqueur. The lightly sweet, lemony flavor is perfect as a mixer or an after-dinner drink and makes a festive holiday or hostess gift. 🍋 My mother-in-law introduced me to this light-tasting, lemony Italian liqueur several years ago after she and my father-in-law traveled to the…
Roasted Beet & Green Bean Salad
Clever cooking techniques, make-ahead convenience, and lots of options add to the appeal of this vibrant salad. The versatile vinaigrette is an absolute keeper that comes together quickly with basic pantry items. One of the first things I learned when I started The Fountain Avenue Kitchen in 2012 was just how polarizing certain foods can…
The Staycation Burger (a deliciously simple pork burger with options)
One bite of these easy-to-make patties could make you rethink your usual burger. The base recipe has become regular weeknight fare in our house, and the optional pineapple onion jam offers a restaurant-worthy upgrade. (And don’t miss the clever burger-making tip!) When we think of burgers, the traditional beef patty likely comes to mind.…
Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
Brimming with Tex-Mex flavor and a hearty dose of colorful vegetables, this recipe became an instant favorite in our house. And you’ll never believe how quickly it cooks! When you go to the effort to cook dinner, it’s sort of nice to hear a rave or two. A little praise for the cook can…
Chicken Chip Bake
Easy-to-make comfort food at its best, this family friendly chicken dish has stood the test of time…and got a little lighter along the way! I was in high school when I scribbled the following recipe on a piece of pink scrap paper as my grandmother prepared it in her kitchen. That was the original Fountain…
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…
Easiest Vegan Zucchini Fritters
Inexpensive, easy-to-make fritters start with two base ingredients and make an endlessly customizable, protein-rich side or vegan entree. Two main ingredients get you started with these healthy fritters, and then you can experiment with all sorts of combinations. Adding to the appeal, the easy-to-make recipe will pull double duty as a crowd-pleasing side or vegan…
