Pork

Chinese BBQ Grilled Pork Chops

If the weather is above 40 degrees, it’s grill time in my opinion. Grilling is my favorite cooking method because it’s fast and adds a great smoky flavor. Speaking of flavor, these pork chops are a flavor BOMB. The sauce is a combo of sweet, salty and spicy and will have you licking your plate. Chinese BBQ Grilled Pork Chops

Pan-Seared Pork and Peppers

 After a couple weeks of what felt like a comfort food fest, my husband and I agreed that we definitely are ready to lighten up our meals a bit (without sacrificing flavor, of course). One of our favorite quick meals is pork tenderloin. It’s super lean and protein-packed, and, when rubbed with a variety of Pan-Seared Pork and Peppers

Hot German Potato Salad

If there is one side dish I always remember having at family gatherings growing up, it’s this potato salad. The flavor is a wonderful combination of smoky bacon and sweet onion. The original recipe calls for the potatoes to be peeled, but I figured I would add some nutritional value to it by leaving the Hot German Potato Salad

Green Chile Pork

My family truly knows the best way to my heart is garden-grown vegetables. This weekend we arrived at my mother-in-law’s house to find a huge basket of fresh tomatillos and tomatoes from his Aunt Pat (she’s has an amazing garden!). Ever since I tried green chile pork in Denver when I was visiting my sister, Green Chile Pork

Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Pork Stir-Fry

Nothing beats a quick, fresh meal that’s ready in no time after a busy day at work. Today I was walking through the produce section and noticed a display of beautiful locally grown green peppers as well as some sweet pineapple and knew exactly what I wanted for dinner.  This dish is the perfect combination Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Pork Stir-Fry

Smoky Baked Beans ‘N Greens

My parents are in town this weekend and it’s crazy that I would make beans because they used to be my least favorite food growing up. We used to sit at the table and cry because my dad wanted us to finish our beans (these were canned beans though…). Now my taste buds have matured Smoky Baked Beans ‘N Greens