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

Smoked chicken legs are a summer favorite to make on your pellet smoker. They are slightly sweet with a hint of heat and have a delicious crispy skin with juicy, fall-off-the-bone chicken. Whether you’re a seasoned BBQ enthusiast or just starting out, this recipe guarantees tender, juicy chicken drumsticks with a delectable smokiness, thanks to a perfect dry seasoning rub. In the summertime, using my Traeger is one of my favorite ways to cook. I find learning to use it is an exciting and enjoyable challenge—it’s an entirely new way of cooking for me. Making homemade smoked salmon on the Traeg ..read more

Celebrate the flavors of the summer with this bocconcini salad recipe. This is a fun twist on the classic Caprese salad with a combination of cherry tomatoes, basil, and bocconcini. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil, this salad is so easy to make and absolutely delicious! Meet your favorite summer salad! There’s just something so refreshing about the sweet burst of cherry tomatoes and the creamy mozzarella. Plus, this recipe couldn’t be easier to put together, making it perfect for summer entertaining. I love incorporating these classic Italian flavors into various fresh salads with ..read more

You’ll love this delicious sweet potato wrap for easy back-to-school lunches! Made with roasted sweet potatoes, spinach, creamy hummus, smoky chipotle, cheese and crispy bell peppers. This is a hearty vegetarian sandwich that is sturdy enough to make ahead of time. Here’s a confession: I’m not really a fan of sandwiches. There are so many other foods that I’d choose before a sandwich, but every now and then I discover a sandwich obsession. Prosciutto, mozzarella and tomato in Italy? Yes, please! Black bean taco wrap? Check! This is the type of wrap that is perfect for a school lunch box, or a ..read more

Meet your new favorite dinner: perfectly crispy baked panko chicken. Parmesan cheese and toasted panko bread crumbs create a superbly crispy crust on chicken breast cutlets. Simply bake them in the oven for juicy, golden perfection. Ready in less than 25 minutes, this will become a staple weeknight dinner. I’m always trying to develop more easy, weeknight recipes since that’s the majority of the cooking that I do these days. This recipe uses a couple quick kitchen shortcuts so that you don’t end up spending a ton of extra time (and make tons of dishes!) breading the chicken. You’ll ..read more