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Harissa Roasted Green Beans
A singular condiment adds culinary magic to simply roasted vegetables, in this case, transforming basic green beans into a restaurant-worthy side dish. The best part? The dish takes less than 15 minutes start to finish! When we’re not familiar with a recipe ingredient, let alone know where to look for it in the grocery store,…
Tzatziki (and a few graduation pictures!)
In addition to the requisite photos of this cool, creamy, perfectly summery sauce, I have graduation pictures for you! As I mentioned last week, the past couple of weeks have been equal parts busy and exciting around here. The main event was last Thursday when John and 699 of his classmates paraded across the stage…
Homemade Crostini
Crisp, golden crostini are easy to make and form the perfect base for a wide variety of hors d’oeuvres. Delicious for general snacking too! The day I prepared this easy recipe for a photo shoot was “one of those days.” I woke up to no heat and a 59℉ (brrrr!!!) house. Outside temps, by…
A Few of Our Favorite Things – Lunch Edition!
The days of brown-paper bagging are long gone – it’s all about sustainability, temperature control, and smart packaging. Following are our favorite ways to pack lunch this year, with both kids and adults in mind! Whether you are sending your kids off to kindergarten for the first time 🙋♀️, have a growing teenager to…
Homemade Tostadas
Tostadas are an easy way to transform a soft tortilla into a crunchy base for all your favorite toppings–in under a minute. Taco night suddenly got a little more exciting! Who doesn’t love Taco Tuesday? No matter which night you enjoy the classic fare, a quick upgrade to a soft tortilla will create a deliciously…
Everything Bagel Seasoning
Add delicious crunch, flavor and health appeal to a long list of everyday foods with a quick sprinkle of this toasty, seedy, easy-to-make mix. I’m a big believer in little things. The little things in life can truly make a big difference in the coarse of a day, whether it’s getting an extra half…
Easy Roasted Red Peppers
While it’s traditional to roast red bell peppers, any type of pepper can be prepared this way, including yellow, green, and even hot peppers like spicy jalapeños or milder poblanos and Anaheims. Store-bought roasted red peppers offer welcome convenience, and I have taken that shortcut many times. Doing it yourself, however, is incredibly easy and…
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo and Manchego
Chorizo sausage and Manchego cheese give roasted Brussels sprouts a Spanish-style upgrade for a crowd-pleasing tapas or hearty side dish. The loaded sprouts are hearty enough that sometimes I even serve them as a main dish with a salad or side of rice. I first enjoyed a dish that was similar…
Cracker Crust Pork Chops
A crispy cracker coating makes these quick-cooking pork chops a family favorite—and the recipe works with chicken too. In the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, brothers James and Oliver demonstrate a recipe they make several times a month for their family. The coating and sauce add fantastic flavor, and aside from the pork,…
Easy Cauliflower Soup
Made with only a few ingredients, this soup is easy, satiating, and adaptable to most any taste, allergy, or preference! When I was growing up, my mom would make me soup if I wasn’t feeling well. We weren’t above chicken noodle from a can, but sometimes she would make her own concoction. The following…
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…
Favorite Things From Costco!
Costco prides itself on delivering high quality and low prices – and the result is a cult following. Everyone loves a good deal! But does it make sense for you? Find out what Costco has to offer and what we love to shop for these days. Note to readers: This is not a paid endorsement…
