A summery, light-yet-filling pescatarian meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. They are a little messy (drippy), but so delicious you won’t even care! While optional, we highly recommend prepping the mango salsa a day ahead of time to let the flavors marinate. All you have to do is combine the mango, tomato, cilantro,Continue reading “Swordfish Tacos with Mango Salsa”
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Butternut Squash Mac N Cheese
We’ve previously shared our classic mac n cheese recipe, but this recipe adds some vegetables into the mix and is a great healthier alternative. Give it a try during summer months for a lighter take on a classically heavy dish or during the winter months to take advantage of the in-season squash. In a mediumContinue reading “Butternut Squash Mac N Cheese”
Maple Pecan Sticky Buns
After having Willa Jean’s sticky bun when we went to New Orleans (read that post here), we wanted to recreate the deliciousness, knowing we wouldn’t be able to get anywhere close. Well, to our surprise, these sticky buns are actually not too far off from what we remember! These are super simple to make andContinue reading “Maple Pecan Sticky Buns”
Mimi’s Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot cake is polarizing, you either love it or hate it. We think once you try our carrot cake recipe (handed down from Erik’s grandmother, who we affectionately call Mimi), you’ll be part of the “love it” crowd. Preheat oven to 350°F. In the bowl of a stand mixer, crack 4 eggs. Add sugar andContinue reading “Mimi’s Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting”
No Bake Cookies
Oh no, you’ve got guests coming over and forgot to make a dessert. Or maybe you’re just craving some sort of sweet but don’t really feel like making anything. Either way, no bake cookies are the answer. They are super easy, take no time at all, and use ingredients you should already have on hand.Continue reading “No Bake Cookies”
Chili
Chili is one of the quickest, easiest dishes to put together, and it is not only hearty and filling, but can also be made vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. It’s a great winter dish, but can also be made in the summer just as well. It’s a good thing to know how to make as itContinue reading “Chili”
Quiche
Quiche is the ultimate “throw in anything but the kitchen sink” dish. It’s great for using up produce that is going to go bad (but first, check out our post on ways to make produce last longer), and it’s a delicious option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It can be crustless (technically a frittata atContinue reading “Quiche”
Mac N Cheese
Everyone has a mac n cheese recipe, and everyone thinks their recipe is the best. We are no different and think our mac n cheese is the best. It’s quick, easy, the perfect balance of cheesy and creamy, and has onion and bacon. What else could you want from a mac n cheese? Plus, ifContinue reading “Mac N Cheese”
Vanilla Extract
Vanilla extract doesn’t have to be that pricy baking essential that you dread having to shell out money on. You can make your own at home for much cheaper and even have more control on the quality of it. It’s super simple and just requires you to spend 5 minutes making it and 6 monthsContinue reading “Vanilla Extract”
Chicken Breast
This foolproof method of cooking chicken (or turkey) breast will always yield juicy, perfectly cooked chicken breast that can be used in a variety of recipes from there like this Southwest Salad or Chicken Pot Pie. It’s great for any dish that requires chicken, like enchiladas, alfredo, or stir fry.