I definitely did not grow up eating Thai food, but I’m so happy to have discovered it when I moved to Chicago. The components of Thai cooking, such as lemongrass, curry, coconut and fish sauce, are so versatile! For example, add red curry paste to your breakfast frittata and top with toasted coconut (trust me, … Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup
I’ve always been a huge fan of Mediterranean food. It’s good-for-you comfort food that leaves you satisfied without feeling weighed down. Garlic and lemon are prominent ingredients in my version of Chicken Shawarma. The soft pita paired with the creamy tahini and cucumber dressing and warm chicken was the perfect meal after a long day. … Chicken Shawarma with Lemony Tahini Yogurt Sauce
I never really got into the crockpot trend but now I’m hooked! Being able to put an entire meal together before I leave for work and then come home to a house full of awesome smells is the best. Josh and I love Indian food but never really take the time to make it ourselves. … Slow Cooker Chicken Curry
Went apple picking today! Nothing beats being outside in the slightly cool, crisp air and tasting a variety of different apples straight from the tree. Instead of making apple crisp or applesauce I decided to think outside of the box and make a meatloaf! This dish is extremely comforting but also packs a big nutrition … Chicken Apple Meatloaf
With fall right around the corner, we soon reach a point where you have to get a little creative with seasonal ingredients. This week I wanted to cook with an ingredient that not many people know how to use (or would choose to use): fennel. When eaten raw, fennel bulbs have a licorice-like flavor. When … Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs with Fennel and Olives
July is blueberry month! That means this is the perfect time to stock up. And why not? These beauties are bursting with flavor and nutritional benefits. Here are some tips on how to buy/store/use one of my favorite fruits:
I haven’t met many people that don’t enjoy a hearty Mexican dish. When Josh and I traveled to Mexico last March we ate chilaquiles every morning for breakfast. Although it’s commonly even for breakfast topped with an egg, I love it for any meal! It’s so comforting and it’s one of the easiest meals you … Chicken Chilaquiles
April 19th is National Garlic Day! Garlic is not only healthy for you, but it adds flavor to so many dishes. Try this dish for a delicious date night or Sunday dinner. It seems like a ton of garlic, but as it cooks with the chicken thighs, the garlic becomes super sweet and helps to … Chicken with 40 Garlic Cloves
To me, March means St. Patricks Day celebrations and cheering on the Spartans during March madness. Since working at a grocery store, I’ve also found out that March is frozen foods month. Frozen foods aren’t always seen as the most healthy option, but they can be! Frozen fruits and vegetables are packaged at the peak … Chicken Pot Pie Soup with Puff Pastry Croutons
People seem to love Caesar salad. Its creamy and tangy dressing is a perfect pairing with freshly cooked chicken breast and crispy romaine lettuce. However, it’s always so calorie dense! I took a look at the original recipe and thought about how to mimic those flavors without adding calories. I was pleasantly surprised by the … Lemon Pepper Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
