Whole roasted smashed butternut squash is an easy side dish that is naturally sweet and full of nutrients. The technique of whole roasting saves you from having to pay a premium for pre-chopped butternut squash from the grocery store. Combining a few simple ingredients to the mash, makes for a deliciously sweet side that your kids will think is dessert.
Dinner
Pabellón Criollo, the national dish of Venezuela, featuring shredded beef, black beans, aromatic rice, fried plantains, and arepas
My daughter learned about this dish in Spanish class and wanted me to try and make it. I researched multiple different recipes, and merged them into this one. The family loved it! And it was a great slow cooker meal. Sign up for notification of my next recipe.
Halloumi Mediterranean Salad
Someone told me about the Jennifer Aniston Salad that combines chick peas, feta, quinoa, and some vegetables with lemon juice and herbs. I tried it, and while good, I decided it needed more protein and vegetables. Also, I decided since the salad called for mint, what is better than halloumi cheese, a delicious, salty cheese […]
Spicy Tofu, Chinese Eggplant, and Broccoli
Baked tofu in a spicy garlic sauce with Chinese Eggplant and Broccoli
Homemade Hummus
My daughter had to make a healthy snack for Girl Scouts’ Healthy Halloween event. She wanted to make hummus. She wouldn’t let me help, but I still recorded her recipe, and it came out so tasty, I wanted to share! Sign up for my next recipe. Add your comments to my recipe below.
Amish Potato Salad
Happy Labor Day! This is a simple potato salad recipe that combines eggs, potatoes, yellow mustard, and a hint of sweetness for a delicious bite.
Hot Cherry Pepper Sauce
I am not sure why the cherry pepper doesn’t usually get the spotlight it deserves. They’re small, spicy peppers that pack a lot of heat for such a little pepper. Perhaps you’ve had hot cherry pepper relish at the deli on your sandwich? I decided to make these often overlooked peppers into a delicious sauce […]
Cheesy Hashbrown Bake
This is a great brunch or cook-out side dish. You can do most of the work ahead of time, and then throw it in the oven an hour before you need it. Leave me your comments, and don’t forget to subscribe to my blog.
Pot Roast in the Instant Pot
Short on time but have a roast to make? Use the Instant Pot to get tender beef in a hurry!
Italian-style Pasta Salad
This simple pasta salad combines homemade Italian salad dressing with pasta and veggies. It’s fancy enough for adults, but kids love it, too!