BIG BATCH BOLOGNESE SAUCE Life has a way of getting busy—weekdays blur into weekends, and before you know it, you’re staring into the fridge, wondering what’s for dinner. Here’s a simple solution: gift yourself some sanity by prepping meals ahead of time. Something like Big …read more

Mississippi Pot Roast: Your Holiday (or any day) Gift to Yourself As the holiday season tiptoes ever closer, finding time for homemade meals becomes more challenging. That’s why this Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast is not just a meal; it’s a gift to your future …read more

How to roast a turkey. It’s almost turkey time! I’ll answer all your questions about how to roast a turkey for your Thanksgiving dinner. Let’s talk turkey! What size turkey should I buy? The rule of thumb is one pound of turkey per person. For …read more

Beyond Thanksgiving: The Versatility of Cranberry Sauce! Can we chat about cranberry sauce? This traditional Thanksgiving staple often finds itself relegated to the shadows, while its versatility and year-round potential are underappreciated by many. Think about it. This stuff is awesome! Cranberries are a fruity, …read more

The Magic of the Mash: Crafting the Perfect Mashed Potatoes There’s something undeniably comforting about a bowl of perfect mashed potatoes. It’s that warm, creamy buttery, perfect-vehicle-for-gravy-on-Thanksgiving dish, but why reserve that pleasure for just once a year? Mashed potatoes are so affordable they can …read more

The 15-minute meal miracle – Molletes Here’s the question, “I need dinner, now! What can I make that’s inexpensive, faster than the drive-thru and just as tasty?” Here’s my answer, “Make molletes!” In Mexican cuisine, a mollete (moh-yeh-teh) is an open-faced sandwich made with beans …read more

Celebrate with a traditional dish for Mardi Gras, and beyond Next Tuesday, March 4, 2025, is Mardi Gras! This calls for a celebration and in true New Orleans fashion, everyone’s invited. Better get the jambalaya cooking! What is Mardi Gras? Mardi Gras is French for …read more

The Patty Melt – A diner classic made easily at home! Here’s a classic comfort food that makes everyone happy. It’s a staple on diner menus across the country, the Patty Melt. Picture a burger patty slathered with caramelized onions, oozing with melted Swiss cheese …read more

Easy secret for perfectly cooked chicken breast, every time. “What is there to eat?” That phrase plays on repeat in every household in the world. Today I’m sharing one of the handiest short cuts to give you a great answer when the inevitable question is …read more

Soup-ercharge Your Health: Very Versatile Vegetable Soup for Easy, Affordable Nutritious Delights! Embarking on a journey toward a healthier lifestyle is a timeless pursuit, and what better way to embrace it than with a bowl of pure goodness? Introducing the Very Versatile Vegetable Soup – …read more

Savor the Timeless Comfort of Matzo Ball Soup Ah, matzo ball soup, a timeless classic, transcends seasons with its comforting embrace. The very words conjure soothing comfort to the soul. Picture it: rich chicken broth, tender chicken, and those delightful matzo balls, floating like clouds …read more

Grilled to Perfection: The Magic of Easy Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce Chicken satay is a delightful dish originating from Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It’s typically made with marinated, skewered, and grilled chicken, served with a flavorful dipping sauce. What makes chicken …read more