Twice baked mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food or holiday side! Fluffy mashed potatoes are mixed with sour cream, cream cheese and chives for a slightly cheesy and savory flavor. Topped with buttery breadcrumbs, this dish is perfect for holiday dinners or a cozy weekend meal. I didn’t think making mashed potatoes even more... Read More The post Twiced Baked Mashed Potatoes appeared first on Living Lou ..read more

Smoked turkey breast is a tender and juicy showstopper, perfect for holiday gatherings or simple enough for a weeknight dinner. It’s made with a simple brine of fresh sage and rosemary and then smoked to juicy perfection on a Traeger or pellet smoker. Over the years, I’ve cooked turkey breast almost every way you can... Read More The post Smoked Turkey Breast appeared first on Living Lou ..read more

This tuna and egg salad is the best of both worlds! Enjoy tuna and egg salad together for a quick lunch or dinner. Made with canned tuna, hard-boiled eggs, celery, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard, it comes together in minutes and is packed with protein. I was never someone who loved sandwiches. It’s usually the last... Read More The post Tuna and Egg Salad appeared first on Living Lou ..read more

A delicious twist on a classic burger: mint lamb burgers. This recipe combines the rich flavor of ground lamb with the fresh, vibrant notes of mint. Topped with a creamy tzatziki sauce, these burgers are perfect for a summer barbecue. Sometimes it’s hard to avoid the convenience and ease of picking up a box of... Read More The post Mint Lamb Burgers appeared first on Living Lou ..read more

This creamy chicken and chorizo pasta is everything you need – it’s smoky, savory, and perfectly creamy, making it a hit for any night of the week. The tender chicken is paired with flavorful chorizo in a rich, creamy sauce with added veggies like red bell pepper and spinach. Plus, this recipe comes together in under 45 minutes. The first time I told a friend that I was working on a recipe for pasta with chicken and chorizo he looked at me like I had two heads. Chicken and chorizo? Why not just one or the other? The answer? Incredible flavor. I like to serve this with a classic house salad. I ..read more

This Basque-style chicken or poulet basque features tender, juicy chicken thighs and drumsticks cooked in a vibrant and delicious saucy mixture of tomatoes, bell peppers, onions and garlic, and finished off with salty, briny olives. This recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or special enough to serve company. Recently I’ve been cooking a lot of other people’s recipes. It’s what I do when I’m tired and uninspired, which, happens to all of us. This is a recipe that I first saw in the New York Times last year from Martha Rose Shulman and I’ve made it many times since. Over that time, I’ve ..read more

Light and fluffy mini pancakes are a delicious family friendly (and sure to be kid favorite!) breakfast. Ready in less than 20 minutes and made with basic pantry staples, these adorable bites are fun to make and incredibly tasty. Is there anything more adorable than a perfect, bite-sized mini pancake? How about one made with simple pantry ingredients? Yes and yes! Whether slathered with maple syrup or dusted with powdered sugar, they’re guaranteed to be a hit for breakfast. If you want to change up your weekend pancakes, I also love making blueberry lemon pancakes. [feast_advanced_jump_to ..read more

Salmon Wellington, also known as salmon en croute, is a show stopping centerpiece! This recipe involves a beautiful piece of salmon wrapped in flaky puff pastry with a delicious, creamy spinach filling. Pop it in the oven, and you’ve got a winning dish for any special occasion. Everyone needs a couple of “wow” dishes that you can make for special occasions, mine include stuffed whole-roasted chicken, my rigatoni bolognese and of course, this salmon wrapped in puff pastry. The key with these recipes is that you should feel confident making them, and you want to have two to three that can work ..read more

This quick and delicious Bacon Broccoli Quiche is a perfect blend of crispy bacon, tender broccoli, and cheesy cheddar goodness in a flaky pie crust. Ready in under an hour, it’s a family favorite for brunch or a weeknight dinner. Quiche is one of those dishes that you can eat year-round. It’s perfect for a fall or spring brunch, but also hearty enough for a weeknight dinner. My quiche florentine recipe inspired this broccoli quiche and it pairs well with a house salad. [feast_advanced_jump_to] ? Ingredients you’ll need This recipe features just a handful of ingredients which is what makes it ..read more

Transform your dinners with this easy Rigatoni Bolognese, a flavor-packed Italian classic made with ground beef, pork and sausage. This rich meat sauce is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. It’s even better served over my favorite pasta–rigatoni! I think bolognese is one of those dishes that is always popular, but I would imagine that its popularity peaks in the winter months. It’s cozy, comforting and a lot easier to make than you think! I’ve been experimenting and perfecting bolognese sauces for years (it was one of the first recipes I posted when I started my blog in ..read more