When I think of comfort food, I think of a hearty, stick to your ribs, family-friendly meal that reminds me of my childhood. For me, Sloppy Joes are that meal and the most comforting of comfort foods. As a kid, my mom would make huge batches of Sloppy Joes for me and my friends. They […]
My Grilled Flank Steak Tacos are the perfect summer meal. Marinated flank steak is grilled until medium-rare, thinly sliced and piled high onto toasted corn tortillas and topped with grilled corn, fresh avocado and my Grilled Tomatillo Salsa. These tacos are good…fresh, bright and perfectly spiced. And the best part? There’s no need to turn
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Rounds of soft, smoky and slightly charred eggplant are blended with garlic and fresh herbs until aromatic, slightly spicy and silky smooth. My Grilled Eggplant Dip is absolutely delicious and healthy too. The spread is wonderful spooned over grilled naan bread, tucked into a wrap or as a low-carb dip for crisp cucumbers, carrots or
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I’ve recently discovered that I really like eggplant. In the past, sure, I’d eat it, but it was never a vegetable that I actually craved. That’s since changed, and I’ve been absolutely in love with the little purple beauty all summer long. What brought on this sudden change? I’m not totally sure, but it may
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You can’t have summer without barbecue chicken, especially when we’re talking about my Oven-Baked Spicy Peach Barbecue Chicken. As the name suggests, in this recipe, peaches are the star of the show, not tomatoes. The end result? A thick and naturally sweetened sauce that is bold, spicy and perfectly balanced. And, since we’re baking and
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I like to keep my pantry stocked with canned fish for those days when I have no time to cook, yet am looking for something fast and healthy to put on the dinner table. Sure, I love take-out like the rest, but now that I’m in my 40’s, I just can’t handle the grease and
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Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a no-fuss lunch or dinner, my Sweet and Sour Quesadillas are just the ticket. This dish may be simple, but it’s flavors are far from it. These quesadillas are loaded with Asian-influenced ingredients, including scallions, cilantro, plum sauce and kimchi for a beautiful flavor combination that
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Craving a freshly baked homemade pizza, but have no time to cook? Well, look no further than my Quick & Easy Pizza! This pizza does not disappoint, and like the name suggests, it’s both quick and easy to make. Instead of a yeasted dough that takes time to both knead and rise, this quick pizza
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Tender shredded chicken meets a sweet, fruity and bright barbecue sauce made from Bing cherries, bourbon and spices. My Cherry Bourbon Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches are full of flavor and so delicious that you’ll wish it were cherry season all year round. Not only does this dinner celebrate the taste of summer, but the ease of
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My Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich with Pickled Strawberries could not be any more delicious. This sandwich is bakery-level quality yet comes together in no time at all thanks to a few store-bought ingredients. Here, soft ciabatta rolls are piled high with perfectly brined rotisserie chicken, spicy arugula, delicately sweet microgreens, tangy aged cheddar cheese and acidic
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