Swiss steak is a classic dish (the first recipe appeared in print in 1915!). My grandpa grew tomatoes in his garden and would use his homemade tomato juice to make this recipe. I remember knowing we were having it because he would have it cooking on the stovetop in his pressure cooker. While I too could … Swiss Steak
Michigan is the nation’s leading producer of tart cherries. You turn those cherries into wine and you are able to enjoy that wonderful flavor any time of year. Cherries and pork are a great combo, so using this wine to make a pan sauce made perfect sense. This meal is another great one for the … Pan-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Wine Sauce
West Michigan has some amazing apple orchards – including Crane’s in Fennville. Beyond selling the fruit itself, they also sell a variety of ciders and wines. This past weekend I was able to sample some of their products at their tasting room in Saugatuck and one of my favorites was their bourbon barrel aged sparkling … Bourbon Apple Cider Pound Cake with Caramelized Apples
The fall season comes and goes so quickly here in west Michigan that you really have to soak up every second of it. Seeing the variety of squash and apples that is available at the farmers market right now is amazing. Acorn squash was something I grew up eating and I still love it so … Sausage and Apple Stuffed Squash
With the holidays right around the corner, I love coming up with festive dishes that don’t take all day to prepare. Cranberries were a big staple in my family growing up. I’m reminded of this every time they go on sale and my dad has around 30 bags in his freezer, haha! But they are … Pan-Seared Salmon with Cranberry-Fig Sauce
When you think pot pie, typically you would immediately think chicken. However, beef pot pie may actually be my new favorite. The homemade beef stew is packed with layers of delicious flavor from the beef, veggies and red wine. The Swiss cheese layer pairs perfectly with the mushrooms and the puff pastry topper adds buttery … Beef and Veggie Pot Pie
Today I had the pleasure of visiting a local hydroponic greenhouse (Third Day Produce). The variety of lettuce and the different colors were so beautiful. My clients often ask for salads and it’s fun for me to come up with ways to make them exciting. Since it’s fall and apples are amazing right now, I … Apple Walnut Salad with Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
I love curries – especially ones that are chock-full of veggies. This dish is perfect to make at the beginning of the week and enjoy for lunch because it will keep you full until dinner time. And it’s a great meal to make for any of your vegan friends or those with food allergies since … Butternut Squash Curry
These picture-perfect fall days are my favorite. The sun is shining, there’s a cool breeze and we can start to curl up on the couch with a bowl of warm soup or stew. Chili is one of the best make-ahead meals, because it’s great for lunch or dinner and it honestly tastes better the longer … Smoky Beef and Bean Chili
Fall is here and that means it’s time to for some warm, cozy dishes like gnocchi. This gnocchi recipe is one of my favorites because the sweet potato adds beautiful color and a slightly sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the salty brown butter sauce. Serve this with a leafy green salad and a glass of … Sweet Potato Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter
