Make-Ahead Recipes
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, sautรฉed, 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…
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…
Loaded Zoodle Bowls
A bowlful of zucchini noodles serves as a low-carb base for all sorts of flavors, textures, and colorful additions. The bowls make a deliciously satisfying plant-based meal, although meat may be added if desired. Don’t have a spiralizer? Don’t worry. There’s an easy alternative! Hot summer days call for cool meals and…
Garden Skillet with Sausage and Eggs
The addition of two flavorful proteins to a hearty dose of vegetables makes this colorful, one-pan meal a healthy favorite in our house. The recipe’s inherent flexibility also means that it’s easy to use what you have on hand. Getting your daily dose of vegetables has never been so effortless and…
Cowboy Caviar
A make-ahead recipe with a cheeky name, this bean-based dip, commonly served with tortilla chips, is equally delicious as a salad or salsa. Perfect for family meals and casual entertaining, Cowboy Caviar is always a hit! Some may be wondering. What exactly is cowboy caviar? To clarify, there are no fish eggs in cowboy…
