Best Stuffing Ever
You would think the turkey would be the star of the holiday feast, but in our house it’s the stuffing. As soon as I realize Thanksgiving is approaching, I daydream about this stuffing. With tasty...
View ArticleCreamy Rice Primavera
I can’t believe I pick up such good recipes at my grocery store! This recipe is from Publix Apron’s. Creamy Rice Primavera 2 T unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 t) 4 oz fresh mushrooms,...
View ArticleCrispy Bacon and Corn Maque Choix
Here’s an easy and beautiful cajun side from Emeril Lagasse. And it has bacon! Crispy Bacon and Corn Maque Choix ½ lb bacon, chopped 4 c yellow and white corn mix, thawed 1-½ c chopped onion 1 c...
View ArticleOrange Basil Brown Rice Pilaf
Here’s a very easy, super healthy brown rice recipe! Orange Basil Brown Rice Pilaf 2 c prepared brown rice (see my Perfect Brown Rice recipe!) 1 large onion, diced 1 t extra virgin olive oil juice of 1...
View ArticleFrijoles a la Charra
This recipe is as close as I can get to what I remember from living in San Antonio. This very traditional dish is served everywhere there. I start the pot in the morning, then let them simmer all day...
View ArticleNot My Mom’s Goulash
So let me explain, because my mom will see this title and not be pleased….Growing up, my mother made things I loved like Mom’s Awesome Veggie Dip, Tuna Noodle Casserole, and Mom’s Meatloaf (sort-of)....
View ArticleWeeknight Roast Pork Tenderloin
I have been making pork tenderloin like this for probably 15 years or so, and I always love it. And I always make it on a weeknight. Salty, savory, healthy (other than a little bacon) – and super easy!...
View ArticleBaked Rigatoni with Grilled Summer Veggies
Baked pasta dishes are sheer comfort, aren’t they? But they’re also usually heavy and you don’t see them much during the summer – at least not from my kitchen. So, I wanted to make a dish with that...
View ArticleRoasted Poblano, Onion, & Bacon Pizza
I had no intention of cooking today. In fact, I was on a mission to see just how lazy I could be. I got on the computer to order a pizza, but then I remembered I had a crust in the freezer. Couple...
View ArticleSuper Good Morning Veggie Frittatas
And here I go. Starting tomorrow. New Year’s resolutions. No, I didn’t start this past week because who starts anything on a Wednesday? But tomorrow’s Monday and I’m out of excuses. And I will have one...
View ArticleWeeknight Roast Pork Tenderloin
I have been making pork tenderloin like this for probably 15 years or so, and I always love it. And I always make it on a weeknight. Salty, savory, healthy (other than a little bacon) – and super easy!...
View ArticleBaked Rigatoni with Grilled Summer Veggies
Baked pasta dishes are sheer comfort, aren’t they? But they’re also usually heavy and you don’t see them much during the summer – at least not from my kitchen. So, I wanted to make a dish with that...
View ArticleRoasted Poblano, Onion, & Bacon Pizza
Roasted Poblano, Onion, & Bacon Pizza I had no intention of cooking today. In fact, I was on a mission to see just how lazy I could be. I got on the computer to order a pizza, but then I remembered...
View ArticleSuper Good Morning Veggie Frittatas
Little, individual Veggie Frittatas that are so easy to make and can be made in advance to eat for breakfast or snack through the week. Super Good Morning Veggie Frittatas And here I go. Starting...
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