We absolutely love salty foods in our household. In fact, I think Josh stocks up on olives at least once a week. So when we went grocery shopping this week he was super intrigued when I put anchovies in the cart. If you haven’t heard of bagna cauda before, it translates in Italian to “hot … Crispy Parmesan Potato Skins with Bagna Cauda
Whenever I’m on any sort of tropical vacation, I look forward to finding plantains on the menu. And while they are readily available at our grocery stores, I often forget to use them (which is sad because they are so tasty!). Plantains look like bananas but they are almost always cooked before they are eaten. … Fried Plantains with Chipotle Pineapple Guacamole Dip
Whenever I see warm goat cheese on a menu, I can never resist. It’s so incredibly tasty and pairs perfectly with wine (my favorite is sparkling). I went with baguette bread toasted in olive oil for my dippers, but this dish can easily be made gluten-free by swapping out seedy gluten-free crackers and veggies for … Warm Goat Cheese Dip with Fig Jam and Balsamic Onions
I recently traveled to Vegas and my friend and I had the best time trying out some new restaurants. One of the restaurants had a delicious crispy tofu appetizer that I just knew I had to try to duplicate. This recipe is a great appetizer for parties (simply give each guest a pair of chopsticks … Crispy Tofu with Spiced Korean Glaze
Rutabagas are often overlooked in the produce section, probably because they are so big and people are unsure what to do with them. I happen to love them roasted or mashed, they just need some flavor added to them (in this case, chili powder and garlic). I also like the fact that one cup only … Chili-Garlic Rutabaga Fries with Spicy Mayo
Growing up in West Virginia, these pepperoni rolls were a staple. My neighbor taught me how to make them when I was in elementary school when she would have my sister and I over to her house for cooking lessons. You could also find these on the school lunch menu and any softball games at … Pepperoni Rolls
This time of year, if you grow a garden or you’re part of community supported agriculture (CSA), you have a lot of zucchini or summer squash on your hands. While it’s tasty sautéed with some butter and garlic, I like adding it to baked goods and meatloaf for added moisture. These mini meatloaves are great … Mini Zucchini Turkey Meatloaves
While chicken wings might not be my first choice when it comes to chicken, they are my husband’s absolute favorite food so I try to incorporate them into our weekly menu from time to time. I actually love how crispy the skin gets after it’s baked and it’s fun to play around with new sauces. … Mango Habanero Chicken Wings
I’m always trying to find new ways to use my avocados since I buy them in bulk whenever they go on sale. They work beautifully in baked goods to add moisture and creaminess similar to butter. These cookie bars make a great snack or breakfast paired with your morning coffee. For added goodness and texture, … Coconut Pistachio Cookie Bars
Peach season is here and I’m taking full advantage. Josh and I just got back from a trip to Savannah (aka peach town) so that got me motivated to come up with some fun recipes to celebrate the delicious summer fruit. This flatbread is a perfect balance of sweet and salty. Serve this in bite-sized … Flatbread Pizza with Blue Cheese, Fig Jam, Peaches and Crispy Prosciutto
