Try Garlic Mashed Potatoes for an updated version of a classic dish. Parmesan cheese, sour cream, and of course, garlic, add amazing flavor to a blank canvas. Y’all — when my mom sees a mashed potato recipe on this blog, she is going to lose her mind. You see, I don’t actually care for mashed […]
Author: Kelli
Slow Roasted Cod with Pesto
This slow roasted cod is the perfect centerpiece for any dinner party or holiday gathering. The fish is perfectly cooked, the pesto adds great texture, and the whole dish comes together in about 30 minutes. Fish main courses can be a bit of a risk for a dinner party, it can also be a genius […]
Herb Corn Muffins
Adding a few ingredients to an unassuming box of corn muffin mix creates an easy side dish. Try these Herb Corn Muffins on the side of your favorite chili, turkey dinner, or even for breakfast. (PS this post is NOT sponsored, but does contain affiliate links.) My love and nostalgia for Jiffy Corn Muffin mix […]
Fresh Cranberry Beans with Greens
Fresh cranberry beans celebrate some of nature’s most beautiful plants. Though the pink and purple hues fade with cooking, the prep work is like opening dozens of tiny gifts. A few weeks ago, I was just walking through the farmer’s market near my office, when something caught my eye. There was a giant mount of […]
Green Beans with Mushrooms and Shallots
These dairy-free green beans with mushrooms and shallots will quickly replace the heavy green bean casserole on your table. Familiar flavors come together, but the dish still resembles a healthy vegetable on the plate. Look, I don’t have anything against green bean casserole. I think green beans are delicious, but when they get “casseroled”, it […]
24 Instant Pot Soup and Stew Recipes to Warm You Up
It’s no secret that the Instant Pot is a great tool for making soups and stews when you are short on time or want a more “hands off” approach to cooking, but don’t want to sacrifice flavor. These are 24 Instant Pot soup and stew recipes from food bloggers around the world. If you love […]
Roasted Delicata Squash with Herb Pesto
If you are looking for an easy, but impressive side dish, look no further than this roasted delicata squash. The sweet squash pairs perfectly with a fresh herb pesto giving you a healthy side that is perfect for a weeknight or a dinner party. I spent a lot of my childhood purporting not to like […]
Turkey Roulade with Mushrooms, Walnuts, and Herbs
This Turkey Roulade recipe is a show stopping centerpiece for any occasion — and it’s surprisingly easy to make! The best part? It can be assembled the day before. If you’re planning a gathering and want a beautiful centerpiece for your table, but don’t want the added stress of cooking a whole bird or risk […]
Five Spice Banana Bread
The familiar flavor of banana bread meets some spices not typically found in this twist on a classic recipe. Confession: I am not a baker. Though I can appreciate the scientific nature of the craft, I find it difficult to stick to an exact recipe. But sometimes the stars align and you have leftover bananas […]
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
My version of Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup gets some extra heat from red pepper flakes and hot peppers and great depth of flavor from cumin and turmeric. I actually love cold weather. Breathing in chilly air, wearing cozy sweaters, and expanding my scarf collection are some of my favorite things. Colder weather means it’s […]