School is back in session, and so are busy weeknights. If your schedule is anything like mine, you are always on the watch for great, healthy meals to feed your family when time is scarce. This Filipino picadillo combines ground beef potatoes, vegetables, and the perfect balance of sweet and salty for a hearty, cozy...
Dinner
Find the most dinners that everyone will fall in love with! I will show you how to cook dinner with so many recipes here.
From one pot meals like this One Pot Mushroom Pasta or this Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken you'll have so many to choose from.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Chicken Caesar salad is a classic favorite. While you pretty much can’t go wrong with any Caesar salad, nothing tops a really nice homemade version. This simple, yet elegant Caesar salad salad recipe is perfect for packed lunches also. Store bought dressing has its place, but there's nothing better than this homemade Caesar salad recipe. You...
Pork Sinigang - Filipino Soup
As the weather outside gets frightful, it’s the perfect time to try out a new soup recipe. Pork Sinigang is a traditional Filipino dish that I enjoyed growing up. This pork sinigang recipe skips the seasoning packets which are filled with msg. Yes, it definitely has it's time and place on busy days, but this...
Ranch Chicken
I love a great weeknight recipe. Dinner should be wholesome and delicious, even when life is crazy busy. My latest fixation is this easy ranch chicken recipe. You can serve it with some pre-made mashed potatoes and veggies for a quick, tasty family dinner. This is one of my favorite chicken recipes and it might...
Mexican Chilaquiles
If you aren’t familiar with authentic Mexican cuisine, allow me to introduce a dish you’re totally missing out on: chilaquiles! Chilaquiles are tortilla chips saturated in sauce, and usually topped with cheese and a fried egg. It makes for an absolutely crave worthy traditional Mexican breakfast, but you can enjoy them any time of day!...
The Best Cilantro Lime Dressing
I love a great salad. There is something so satisfying about a restaurant quality salad with homemade dressing. But I am tired of going out and spending $20 for one salad. I created this lime dressing recipe so that I could enjoy a fresh, delicious dish at home for a fraction of the cost. Everyone...
Slow Cooker Birria Tacos
Taco Tuesday is a weekly highlight in our home! If your family is like mine, you’re probably ready to switch it up from traditional boxed hard shells. Birria is totally trending right now, and it’s easy to see why. Even my kids absolutely love this recipe, and I love it even more beause it's a...
Keftedakia Greek Meatballs
If you're craving a taste of Greece that will transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean, then get excited for this dish! This traditional keftedakia Greek meatballs recipe is here to satisfy your culinary wanderlust. These mouthwatering meatballs are one of my favorite Greek recipes. If you are a big fan of meatballs, this Greek...
Haloumi and Vegetables Bake
If you're looking for a delicious and easy dinner recipe that's packed with veggies and bursting with flavor, then this haloumi and vegetables bake dinner is perfect for you! Featuring roasted haloumi cheese alongside colorful vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, this sheet pan meal is sure to become a new family favorite. For...
Hummus Pasta
If you're tired of the same old pasta dishes, then it's time to give hummus pasta a try! This delicious and easy-to-make creamy hummus pasta dish is perfect for anyone who loves Mediterranean food. With its rich flavor profile that combines nutty tahini and tangy lemon juice with savory chickpeas - there’s no doubt that...
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
Have you ever wished you could air fry chicken cordon bleu? I tested it so you don’t have to! Chicken cordon bleu feels totally elevated to me, and yet it also checks all the boxes of a comfort food. Whether you want to impress on date night, or make something tasty for the family, this...
Baked Tuscan Chicken With Rice
If you are looking for a wholesome family dinner, look no further than this baked Tuscan chicken casserole. If you are like me, then baked dishes perfectly encapsulate the warm feeling of sitting at the family dinner table. This baked Tuscan chicken with rice recipe proves that classic does not have to equal boring....
Ayam Kalasan - Indonesian Fried Chicken
It brings me so much joy to share authentic ethnic cuisine with the internet. I love honoring and celebrating culture, while also opening the door to fellow foodies to learn something new. Today I want to share another great opportunity to learn: ayam kalasan. Ayam kalasan Indonesian fried chicken is one of my favorite fried...
Burrata Pasta
Burrata is having its moment right now, and it is easy to see why. It is made using mozzarella cheese, but results in a creamier, softer center. People are putting burrata on pizza, making appetizer dips with it, and now I would like to present to you: burrata pasta! Cook time is only 25 minutes!...
Lemon Artichoke Pasta
I don’t know about you, but I get so excited when I find a new way to enjoy pasta. This lemon artichoke pasta dish is totally different from spaghetti marinara, fettuccine alfredo, or any of the usual recipes in my rotation. It is a light, bright, and a healthy way to switch things up! If...
High Protein Pizza Crust
Everyone loves pizza! But we tend to associate it with junk food, when it can actually be so easy to turn it into something healthy. By using this recipe for low carb a high protein pizza crust, made with tofu, I get to turn one of my favorite dishes into something nutritious! Best thing about...
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
Soup season is officially here, and I am kicking it off with a classic vegetable beef! This instant pot beef vegetable soup is hearty, savory, and easy to make. Pair it with a warm, crusty bread, and you have the perfect autumn meal! This beef vegetable soup recipe is a total time saver, because it...
Mushroom Steak Sauce
The perfect sauce can really take a good steak over the top. And I'm not talking about Worcestershire sauce. This mushroom steak sauce adds that extra layer of flavor, and can help complement any sides you choose to serve with your steak dinner. It also offers a gentle contrast in texture. This dish only takes...
Thai Noodles
Thai is a quintessential Thai dish. It is the perfect comfort food, filled with tender noodles, sweet and salty sauce with just a little acidity. And it gets a little scrambled egg. Thai noodles also known as Pad Thai hits several food groups while also satisfying all of the requirements for a good pick-me-up meal....
Korean Glass Noodles - Japchae
Japchae is a delicious Korean dish made with sweet potato glass noodles, vegetables, and steak. I love that it covers some of my favorites from different food groups, plus the sauce is delicious! This dish is a great week night dinner because it takes just 30 minutes to make! . It's authentic as can be. ...
Asian Chicken Meatballs
I love cooking in my pressure cooker. It is so fast and easy. This recipe for Asian chicken meatballs takes less than 30 minutes total time to prepare. And this recipe isn’t just fast – it is also delicious and I made this weekly. My family loves when I make this fun take on a...
Healthy Parmesan Chicken
I don’t think I have ever met someone who didn’t love chicken parmesan. It has all the comfort food qualities of a pasta dish, but with the added elements of a juicy chicken filet and melty cheese. Whether you want to serve a dinner party entrée, or you have the midnight munchies, chicken parmesan always...
Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
Beef bourguignon is essentially a fancy French version of your classic beef stew recipes. It is made with red wine, which not only affects the overall flavor of the dish, but also adds a beautiful shade for presentation. This Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon recipe, it's essentially a dump and go recipe! Beef bourguignon is traditionally...
Skillet Lasagna - Feeds 10+
I love lasagna! It is a total comfort food, yet it feels fancier than other pastas. But sometimes preparing it can take too much time and energy. You can cook this easy skillet lasagna all in one pan, and it comes together in just 30 minutes bake time. This is one of my favorite recipes...
