I know it has been kind of a bandwagon, trendy vegetable in the last few years, but I am one of the people who loves brussels sprouts. Todd and I almost always order them if they are on the menu as an appetizer or small plate at a restaurant. We really love roasting them at […]
Dairy Free Cauliflower Mash
Side dishes can get boring and repetitive, quickly. And sometimes we get stuck in a rut and just do the same-old macaroni and cheese or baked sweet potatoes. But this cauliflower mash is always a hit with my boys! It is dairy-free and made with a healthy veggie that your kids will barely notice. Any […]
5 Recipes I’ve Tried Lately
I’ve put together another edition of Recipes I’ve Tried Lately. Between Pinterest and blogs there are millions of recipes out there in internet land, and I like to remember and share the ones that I make. Especially the ones my family enjoys! Do you all like posts like this? Here are 5 recipes I’ve tried […]
Classic Risotto with Pan-Roasted Chicken Thighs
I know it’s kind of old school, but I have really been on a risotto kick recently. It started when my brother and I made dinner for my mom’s birthday in January. Then we had friends over for dinner last weekend, and I made risotto to go with our steaks. I had leftover arborio rice […]
Skillet Shrimp Fajitas
I made these skillet shrimp fajitas on a Saturday, but they could easily be whipped up on a busy weeknight. And Mexican food meals like this are such a crowd-pleaser, because everyone can choose their own toppings. Ideally, these are done in a cast iron skillet, because the food will char a bit as it […]
Bread & Wine
I must tell you all about one of the best books I have ever read, or mostly read. To be honest, I have not finished the entire thing, but I have already gotten so much out of Bread & Wine. If you are passionate about hospitality, cooking, or opening your home to friends, family, and […]