Featured Recipes

this classic take on a very special soup is perfect for the upcoming Passover holiday, and whenever a comforting soup is in order.

Matzo Ball Soup

Matzo ball soup may be new to you, or it could be an old favorite...

Easy prep is followed by a low and slow stint in the oven for flavorful, fork tender meat that will warm your soul. Optional day-ahead prep offers added benefits and convenience. 

Beef Short Ribs

A low and slow stint in the oven yields flavorful, fork tender meat that will...

Apple Pecan Spring Greens with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette－easy, healthy and brimming with flavor!

Apple Pecan Spring Greens with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

Apples, pecans, and blue cheese are the base of this versatile salad, and the speedy...

Humble alliums pair with two pantry staples for a tangy, crisp salsa that adds something special to perfectly broiled, 5-minute salmon. 

Perfectly Broiled Salmon with Scallion Salsa

Humble alliums pair with two pantry staples for a tangy, crisp salsa that adds something...

Latest Recipes

Enjoy the fruity, sweet-tart flavor of classic sangria in this light, refreshing, 3-ingredient spritz – and then customize according to season with your favorite fruit garnishes.

Sangria Spritz

Enjoy the fruity, sweet-tart flavor of classic sangria in this light, refreshing, 3-ingredient spritz –...
The very best salsa can be made in 10 minutes and will rival your favorite restaurant and store-bought salsa.

Restaurant Style Salsa

The very best salsa can be made in 10 minutes and will rival your favorite...
Crisp, cold, and loaded with flavor, a well-constructed wedge salad complements virtually any meal and can BE the meal - just add a protein.

Classic Wedge Salad

Crisp, cold, and loaded with flavor, a well-constructed wedge salad complements virtually any meal –...
Creamy, tangy, and simple to make at home, Classic Blue Cheese Dressing is perfect on your favorite salads and as a dip for veggies and wings.

Classic Blue Cheese Dressing

Creamy, tangy, and simple to make at home, Classic Blue Cheese Dressing is perfect on...

Springtime Favorites

Sautéed Shrimp & Asparagus with Crispy Prosciutto & Parmesan

This wholesome, one-pan meal can be on the table in 15 minutes. For a quick...
Naturally colored with fresh spinach and herbs, Green Eggs & Frizzled Ham reinvent the storied recipe with exceptional flavor and healthy appeal.  

Herbed Green Eggs and Frizzled Ham

Naturally colored with fresh spinach and herbs, Green Eggs & Frizzled Ham reinvent the storied...
The shallot vinaigrette is the hallmark of this crisp salad, which is versatile enough to pair with nearly any meal and easy enough to enjoy every day! 

Everyday Green Salad

The shallot vinaigrette is the hallmark of this crisp salad, which is versatile enough to...

Chocolate Caramel Matzo Brittle 

Sweet, salty, and crunchy, this traditional Passover treat will be a crowdpleaser any time of...
The classic ham sandwich is redefined with two kinds of cheese, a flavorful spread, and a quick trip to the oven. These toasty bunwiches are easy to make ahead and as well suited to casual entertaining as they are to a quick weeknight meal with a side of soup!

Baked Ham & Cheese Bunwiches

The classic ham sandwich is redefined with two kinds of cheese, a flavorful spread, and...
Flavorful, fork tender meat with ease...and your kitchen will smell amazing!

3-Ingredient Chuck Roast in Foil

Flavorful, fork tender meat with ease…and your kitchen will smell amazing! This hands-off recipe has...

Spring Into Weeknight Meals

One-Pot Spring Pasta with Smoked Salmon  ⁓   A streamlined cooking process, lots of veggies, and filling protein make this fresh and flavorful pasta dinner a winner!

One-Pot Spring Pasta with Smoked Salmon

The simplest of ingredients meet a flavor-packed sauce for a prep-ahead meal that's destined to become a weeknight favorite! 

Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

This veggie-packed, protein-rich meal is as delicious as it is quick and easy!

Chicken & Broccoli Slaw with Speedy Thai Peanut Sauce

Easy to customize with grains and vegetables of choice, these colorful, plant-based bowls are equal parts nourishing and delicious. (With convenient meal prep options!)

BBQ Tofu Bowls

BBQ Chicken Stuffed Potatoes － The easiest of meals also happens to be hearty, healthy and endlessly adaptable.

BBQ Chicken Stuffed Potatoes

Sure, you can make a regular Cobb salad, and it will taste great. But adding asparagus ramps up the color, nutritional value, and seasonal appeal. If you don’t usually have salads for dinner, this satisfying plateful might win you over. (Bonus recipes included!)

Asparagus Cobb Salad

Nutrition in the Kitchen

Wondering why people are taking electrolytes? It’s a hot topic, so here's a quick rundown to find out whether or not you want to get on board!

Is Electrolyte Supplementation Essential?

Have you been wondering why people are taking electrolytes for everything from post-workout recovery to hangovers and daily replenishment? It’s a hot topic, and one...

How Much Protein Is Enough?

Everyone has an opinion about protein. How much to eat, when to eat it, and why. So how do we know if we’re getting enough and if our diets measure up?

Can dietary supplements put your health at risk?

When it comes to nutritional supplements, how do we know which ones are most helpful and which ones won’t make much of an impact? Better yet, what’s harmful and should be avoided all together?

What Are the Best Diets for 2024?

The following is a review of the highest rated diets and what we can expect in the near future of dieting this year.

Let’s Talk About Poop!

Stool changes reflect how we are feeling and what's going on in our bodies - so let's feel free to do a little more potty talking!

What’s New

Beet Salad with Walnuts and Goat Cheese

When I was a kid and my mom served beets, I was not a happy camper.  I can remember, however, going to a restaurant in...

Balsamic Orange Avocado Oil Vinaigrette

Congratulations to Mary Lou Keller!  You are the winner!  If you could please email me your complete mailing address and phone number, you will receive your...
The best DIY recipe adds cozy fall flavor to pumpkin pie, muffins, cakes, and more – with just four spices you likely have on hand! 

Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix

The best DIY recipe adds cozy fall flavor to pumpkin pie, muffins, cakes, and more – with just four spices you likely have on hand! ...

Banana Coconut Crunch with “The Perfect Snaque” Giveaway

UPDATE:  My friend, Cricket, from The Perfect Snaque very kindly offered a promotion code so all our Fountain Avenue Kitchen friends can order through her...
Two foolproof, easy ways to cook beets

Roasted Beets, Two Ways

There are so many ways to cook beets:  steam, boil, roast, microwave.  What is really the best way?  After trying quite a few methods over...
A golden crust that complements the creamy potatoes is the magic that happens when a clever baking method meets a little bit of olive oil and Parmesan cheese...and it's an amazing addition to a salad.

Parmesan Crusted Roasted Potato and Arugula Salad

  As summer draws to a close, I am always a little sad to say goodbye to seasonal favorites like peaches and corn on the...

Roasted Tomatoes with Whipped Feta…and some kitchen experimenting

My sister is an artist. At a very young age, she stunned everyone with an amazingly accurate sketch of a horse. Eventually, she became a...
Homemade Play Dough is easy with these simple instructions. As an added bonus, the texture is so much smoother than store-bought and there's less crumby mess!  

Homemade Play Dough

Homemade Play Dough is easy with these simple instructions. As an added bonus, the texture is so much smoother than store-bought and there’s less crumby mess!  ...
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