Note: I was sent two jars of Herb 'n Zest Cooking Sauces. All opinions are mine alone. As someone who works full-time, my biggest requirement for a dinner option is that it can be made in under 40 … [Read more...]
Spring Vegetable Penne with Lemon-Cream Sauce
This time of year delivers some pret-ty great produce. All of the green veggies are in season! This recipe from Cooking Light makes the most of some spring vegetables, asparagus and peas. The … [Read more...]
Kritharoto (Orzo Pasta) with Peas, Lemon, and Feta
I am SO ready for spring! Around this time every year, I tend to start making more "springy" recipes in the hopes that the weather picks up on my strong hints for warmer weather. And what are more … [Read more...]
Arroz con Pollo
I love cookbooks with contributions from different chefs. It adds variety to the cookbook and recipes within it. I always end up having such trouble choosing what recipe to make from a collaborative … [Read more...]
Eggplant & Portobello Pasta #BeerLoversHH
I love cooking with beer, I've used it a lot in past recipes -- everything from Beer-Steamed Clams and Mussels to Pumpkin Spice Bread. So this new cookbook is right up my alley! The Ultimate Beer … [Read more...]
Pesto Pasta with Peas
Yes, it’s technically spring. But. It snowed last night here. So it’s not time just yet to delve into super springy recipes. Sigh. So this recipe is a happy medium. The bright green color is a … [Read more...]
Quinoa Indian Chicken Curry
Although quinoa seems to be a bit of a "new" super food, it has actually been around for thousands of years and was considered one of the most important crops of the Incas. This grainlike seed is … [Read more...]
Gemelli with Yellow Squash, Zucchini, and Basil
One of my favorite parts of the CSA share is having a plethora of zucchini and summer squash at my disposal. I love these ingredients with a simple pasta, so I was happy to come across a Martha … [Read more...]
TIP #1 for T-fal’s Healthy Summer Challenge, Eat More Vegetables
Today is my first of five different blog posts over the summer with a resolution on how to eat healthier. T-fal is hosting a 2012 Healthy Summer Challenge where I and five other bloggers will work … [Read more...]
Creamy Spring Pasta
I was talking to my mom on the phone earlier this week and she mentioned she was making a creamy pasta with peas (her favorite) for dinner. Naturally, I had some taste bud jealousy and decided that I … [Read more...]
Guest Post from Christina of Spaghetti & Meatballs
I am so excited to announce my first guest post on I Can Cook That! I couldn't ask for a better first guest poster. This delicious risotto recipe comes from Christina of Spaghetti & Meatballs. … [Read more...]
Thirty Minute “Paella”
I absolutely love paella: rice, saffron, seafood... what isn't to like? If I could, I'd eat this amazing dish once a week. Traditional paella takes a good hour at least to make, so it would be quite … [Read more...]
Creamy Baked Penne and Chicken with Artichokes, Tarragon and Lemon
I have no idea why the concept of a food swap stresses me out so much. But trying to find a recipe for this month was so difficult! I finally found this recipe from a blog called The Bad Girl's … [Read more...]
Irish Stew
I joined a food swap, and the first swap is coming up next week. I am making Irish Stew, but couldn't find a recipe I liked, so I decided to wing it. I also have yet to attempt to use … [Read more...]