Air Fryer filet mignon is the perfect elevated meal for a date night or special occasion, and easy enough to whip up on a busy weeknight. Ready in under 15 minutes!  This delicious filet mignon is topped with homemade compound butter for a tender, meaty flavor bomb.  Love steak? Try my Tuscan steak recipe straight from the hills of Lucca, Italy or my easy weeknight Healthy steak tacos with fresh lime slaw  You'll Love this Recipe The buttery tenderness of filet make it an ideal cut of steak for me, if you've ever felt intimidated cooking ..read more

Classic Italian lemon pasta in its simplest form. This pasta al limone recipe is made with just 4 ingredients and ready as quickly as you can boil water. This version comes your way compliments of an OG New York City chef and restauranteur. If you are looking for more delicious pasta recipes, try this Amazing Lobster Pasta with Creamy Tomato Sauce or my Creamy Vegan Lemon Pasta with Peas and Spinach.   Lemon Pasta, Pasta al Limone, Lemon butter pasta, whatever you know it as this is one of my all-time favorite pasta dishes. The magical combination of bu ..read more

This homemade cough syrup recipe is an effective and easy tool to reduce the frequency and severity of cough, thanks to 3 simple ingredients that have been clinically studied to do just that! The best part is you probably already have all the ingredients in your kitchen. Lemon, thyme, and honey come together to make a tasty and powerful homemade cough syrup, free of chemicals, dyes, additives, and fillers.  For more natural cold and flu help check out my Homemade Elderberry Syrup, An immune-supporting superhero. You'll also love my Garlic Candy recipe for an immune-su ..read more

This is THE bloody mary mix recipe you need, vetted by hundreds of picky bar customers, and crafted by a seasoned bartender. Just add your alcohol of choice, or enjoy it as a virgin bloody mary.  Boastfully, I will tell you that this recipe will change your Sunday brunch forever.  Want the complete brunch experience? Pair this bloody mary with sour cream blueberry scones and the perfect soft scrambled eggs or my amazing ratatouille shakshuka with kale and feta cheese.  In my past life, I was a bartender at a very busy classic restaurant in Greenwic ..read more

This delicious protein-packed cottage cheese smoothie has a punchy blueberry flavor and a smooth, creamy texture. This is an outstanding way to start your morning, packed with natural protein and antioxidants from fresh berries. If you love smoothies then this blueberry cottage cheese smoothie is a great addition to your list of favorites. In addition to its delicious taste and ultra-creamy texture, this protein powerhouse has over 27 grams of protein making it the perfect way to start the day or finish a workout.  Looking for more tasty healthy smoothie rec ..read more

The Best Gluten-Free Irish Soda Bread recipe you've ever had.  Adapted from an ancient Galway recipe, this homemade bread is so delicious that no one will even know that its Gluten-free. This St. Patrick's day everyone gets to enjoy Irish Soda Bread.   For more delicious gluten-free breads, you have to try my Gluten-Free Blueberry Banana Bread and my Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. Tell me which one you like best! This recipe comes straight from the old country, by way of Middle Village Queen's NY. My husband's grandmother Frieda had ..read more

Among my five-star Spaghetti Squash recipes this one stands out as a favorite. Sesame Spaghetti Squash Noodles with Broccoli is an easy-to-prepare, main dish that makes the most of the flavor and texture of fork-tender spaghetti-like strands of this delicious squash. This is one great way to get a healthy gluten-free noodle fix, packed with savory Asian flavors.   *This post was originally published in 2016, but was updated with new photos, new text, and a fully optimized recipe in 2024.* When I crave Asian flavors, the first thing I want to r ..read more

When you need a quick and easy recipe to impress, look no further than this Creamy Tarragon Chicken. Tender chicken breast is bathed in a cream sauce made with fragrant tarragon for a little taste of French cooking at home. This luscious chicken makes a delicious weeknight meal and is also perfect for a special occasion.  Want to try some of my other favorite chicken recipes?  Don't miss out on my Creamy Pumpkin Parmesan Chicken and for something with a little zip and spice, try my Crispy Baked Nashville Hot Chicken. This delicious t ..read more

Homemade echinacea tea is the perfect soothing beverage for your immune system on cold winter days.  This version combines the medicinal benefits of other herbal superstars like elderflower and ginger root for a blend that's more potent I call this flu-fighting tea, for good reason!   If you are looking for more homemade herbal remedies, be sure to visit my comprehensive post on Natural Cold and Flu Remedies.  I also do a deeper dive into Elderberry when I show how to make this amazing Elderberry Syrup.  Aside from its healing power it also ta ..read more

Packed with natural healing power, this real lemon-ginger tea transforms 2 simple ingredients into a delicious health-supportive drink. This wholesome recipe is more potent than store-bought tea bags, tastes better, and costs less.   Looking for more immune-supporting recipes? Try my Homemade Elderberry Syrup and for some fun, check out my Apple Cider Immunity Sparkler for a delicious cocktail or mocktail. In the world of herbal tea, Lemon Ginger Tea stands out for its dynamic duo – organic ginger root and organic lemon peel. These ingredients, known for their health benefits, create a h ..read more