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Cheesy Potato Soup with Roasted Poblano, Greens and Bacon…and the Top 10 Flavor Trends
Since I first accepted the new role as a flavor correspondent for Sargento, working in conjunction with Rick Baylessโ list of Top 10 Food Trends, I have started to experiment with new ingredients and combinations and to read about some of the ethnic cuisines that are less familiar to me. I am having fun in…
Creative Cooking & Practical Tips from the Pantry (and Freezer!)
How to stock the perfect pantry (and freezer) for your own tastes and needs๏ผand then cooking creatively from it๏ผis easy with the following tips and ideas. (Plus lots of relevant recipes!) To say weโve entered uncharted territory in the last week or so is an understatement for sure. We were visiting family…
Andouille, Lentil & Vegetable Stew
The dump-and-cook approach makes this healthy and hearty soup extra easy to prepare ๏ผ and the flavor might just make it a new family favorite!ย Easily adapted forย vegan diets too.ย Who in your household does the weekly food shopping? If itโs you, what type of grocery shopper are you? Where do you go to check…
Crunchy Chicken Poppy Seed Slaw
We’re gearing up for our first graduation around here! That on the heels of last weekend’s big garden tour — over 500 people came to our home over the course of the weekend. (Major props to our sons who couldn’t shoot hoops or do much of anything else in our yard on the first sunny…
Quinoa Salad with Edamame, Bok Choy & Lemon Soy Vinaigrette
Crisp bok choy and edamame add fresh crunch to this tender quinoa salad. Tossed in a light lemon-soy vinaigrette, the versatile side pairs perfectly with salmon or chickenโor stands alone as a protein-rich meatless meal. When dinnertime rolls around, itโs easy to fall into a rhythm of the familiar meals we know by heart and…
Saucy Shrimp with Beans and Greens
Packed with two sources of protein, fiber, and fresh greens, this one-pan meal is a busy day dream! You know when youโre flipping through a cookbook and a recipe stops you midโpage turn because it looks exactly like the kind of meal you want to make on a random Tuesday nightโquick, colorful, and deeply satisfying?…
A Journey Begins…and it starts with Rick Bayless and Sargento cheese!
Last week, I spent the day at Sargento, the cheese company near Milwaukee, and met Rick Bayless, a โcelebrityโ chef who is admired for his Mexican-themed cookbooks and highly-acclaimed restaurants. A few months ago, Sargento hired Rick to develop a list of the top 10 food trends. The company also hired a group of food…
Pasta with Escarole, Sausage, and Beans
The classic Tuscan pairing of beans and greens meets sausage and pasta for nourishing comfort food the whole family will enjoy. If I told you that eight ounces of pasta could generously feed four adults and up to six depending on appetite, you may be skeptical. The following recipe, however, accomplishes that in a most…
Fresh & Vibrant Salads for Your Holiday Table
Holiday foods are often rich and heavy, so a crisp, colorful salad can provide welcome balance. This collection showcases my many favorites! Following is a list of my favorite salads, which can easily be scaled to serve to a crowd. The balance of crisp and acidic, fresh, and crunchy, pairs well with richer foods like…
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast and Gravy
This hands-off, foolproof way to achieve tender, juicy white meat can be fully prepped the night before if desired, and there are two spectacular gravy options๏ผor you can simply make use of the pan juices. The aroma of Thanksgiving wafting from your kitchen is an added bonus! I created this recipe back in 2012…
From the Recipe Box: Edition 3!
In this recurring series, I dig into my decades-old recipe boxes and share three tried-and-true recipes, which after over a dozen years, STILL haven’t made it to the blog. A little different from my usual posts, this is more like an old-fashioned recipe swap! The latest edition of From the Recipe Box is seasonal, practical,…
Festive Fourth of July Recipes!
Bringing a dish to a 4th of July party this summer? Hosting a crowd? The following recipes are sure to please everyone! From appetizers and salads to main dishes, desserts, and drinks, the following 30+ recipes are easy to make and sure to please a crowd. For added convenience, many of the recipes can be…
