Oh how do I love thee, Chicken Queso Soup … let me count the ways. You’re cheesy (like queso dip) but also a little bit spicy, very creamy, very hearty, and oh so delicious. And you’re super easy to make with leftover rotisserie chicken – even during a global pandemic. Recently went to Costco and I bought one
Don’t shoot the messenger, but … I’ve never liked the Olive Garden restaurant. Yes, I know it’s an American institution but I think most of their food is terrible. The only dishes from Olive Garden I ever liked are the soups. So I set out trying to recreate them at home in a healthier way. This Olive Garden
This Italian Wedding Soup is a spin on a recipe developed by TV star and Fortina restaurant owner Christian Petroni and it features a delectable combination of robust greens paired with a hearty broth and bits of delicious pasta. Meatballs, Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Options Feel free to use ground chicken, pork or beef for the
Carbonara is an easy weeknight dinner – cozy, comforting and shockingly easy to make. First of all, you only need five ingredients. That’s why it’s called 5-Ingredient Creamy Carbonara. Creamy carbonara is the perfect weeknight comfort meal to make when you haven’t planned anything for dinner. If you keep some
We’ve been trying to eat more seafood. And the hubby isn’t a seafood lover. But these Healthy Weeknight Shrimp Tacos are spicy and flavorful enough to overcome his objections. The 30-minute recipe is easy enough to whip up on a weeknight, but it’s also delicious enough for company. Don’t forget about the
If there are two things that I love, love, LOVE they are Farmers Markets and mushrooms. So when I saw this gorgeous assortment of local fresh mushrooms at my weekend Farmers Market, I immediately decided that pasta was on the agenda. And, I promise you, this Farmers Market Creamy Mushroom Pasta will not disappoint. When you’re
Traditional cacio e pepe is an Italian staple, but have you ever tried it with zoodles (aka zucchini noodles)? This No Cook Zoodle Cacio e Pepe is light, packed with flavor, and you only need a four ingredients: zucchini, parmesan cheese, olive oil and salt/pepper. It literally couldn’t be any easier, especially in the middle
I’m usually a chicken salad purist … just mayonnaise, celery, salt and pepper. But I make an exception for this Whole30 Curry Chicken Salad recipe. It’s fancy enough for company or a special occasion (baby shower, brunch, Easter, Passover) but it’s easy enough for a weekday lunch. It’s also a great meal
Oh my goodness, is winter ever going to end? We came home from our sunny and warm honeymoon to the coldest temperatures Colorado has ever seen in the month of March. The only bright spot is that it’s given me a great excuse to make this Easy Peasy Split Pea Soup recipe. You can make it in the Instant Pot in about an hour or let
This one pot Cape Malay Chicken Curry will tickle your tastebuds with a unique mix of spices. It’s traditionally eaten without utensils (try using your hands – it’s fun!) Recently, while visiting Capetown South Africa, I had the opportunity to take an African Malay cooking class taught by Gamidah Jacobs who runs a
