My journey of cooking, gardening, preserving and more
I’ve never been a huge fan of cooked carrots but preparing them this way has turned me around. Last year, I had my first successful season of growing carrots in my garden; they’ve typically given me a run for my money by not faring very …
This bean and veggie salad is packed full of antioxidants, fiber, and deliciousness. It’s easy to make and also easy to customize to suit your tastes. We enjoy this not only as a salad or side dish but also as a bean and veggie salsa …
Looking for an easy recipe for chicken with preserved lemon and olives? This is definitely it. The classic version of this dish has Moroccan roots, is traditionally cooked in a tagine (which is also the name of the stewed dish itself), and involves a myriad …
This is an easy shrimp appetizer that you can honestly customize to suit your tastes. If you don’t like spicy food, you can omit the sriracha altogether and just serve the shrimp with lime butter sauce. There’s no loser in whatever choice you make because …
If you’re looking for a versatile appetizer that practically everyone loves, this caramelized onion and garlic jam is it. It doesn’t involve a ton of ingredients and it’s likely you already have everything to make it right in your pantry. The most labor-intensive part of …
Winter weekends are made for baking homemade bread, aren’t they? Most often, I just want to whip up one loaf of Italian bread for us to enjoy with a meal or to load up with toppings to enjoy during a good football game or movie. …
If you’re not making jambalaya with your leftover turkey, what are you waiting for? This recipe is chunky, spicy, and packed full of good stuff – all of which, if I plan it right, I have on hand and ready to go. I always cook …