A couple of weeks ago, I was invited on a Chevy Farm-to-Table Road Trip, which was SO much fun! Chauffeured in snazzy Chevrolets, the group first went to Terrain in Glen Mills for lunch at their cafe … [Read more...]
Browned Butter and Lemon Brussels Sprouts
I love love love Brussels sprouts. I truly don't understand why I was told they were gross when I was a kid, they are a favorite veggie of mine now! Most recipes for Brussels sprouts include … [Read more...]
Cardamom-Glazed Carrots
Carrots are a staple on most Thanksgiving tables. My dad loves super mushy carrots, which just don't do it for me. I want a bit of a crunch! So this version from Cooking Light is perfect for me; … [Read more...]
Steamed Spinach with Curry Butter
Sometimes your sides need a bit more pizzazz. This simple recipe from Cooking Light adds a ton of flavor (and a little bit of heat if you want it) with little effort and time. The recipe below makes … [Read more...]
Apple-Sage Stuffing Cups
Stuffing is one of my favorite parts of Thanksgiving, probably because it's usually the only time of year I get to eat it. But now that I've found this awesome single serving version, I can have it … [Read more...]
Cherry-Port Cranberry Sauce
I absolutely love cranberry sauce. This not-too-tart and not-too-sweet Thanksgiving staple is always a favorite of mine. Now I don't turn my nose up at the canned stuff, but this homemade … [Read more...]
Cauliflower with Anchovy Breadcrumbs
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so I've been cooking up a bunch of sides to share with you until my favorite holiday! This recipe from Cooking Light adds a toasted breadcrumb mixture … [Read more...]
Charred Corn Salad with Basil and Tomatoes #WhatAGrillWants
Grilled corn is one of my absolute favorite foods of summer. There is just nothing like a cob of sweet corn charred over a grill. Mmm. But as much as I love a simple corn on the cob, sometimes I need … [Read more...]
Peach-Glazed Chicken with Peach-Studded Bulgur
My boyfriend loves peaches so I am always keeping an eye out for any recipe that incorporates peaches into it. This recipe from Cooking Light not only included peaches two ways, but it also used a … [Read more...]
Roasted Beet Hummus
I am just drawn to the color of beets. They make any dish look absolutely beautiful! I've done a couple of other beet dishes on here (Beet Risotto, Gemelli with Brown Butter Beet Sauce, and Roasted … [Read more...]
Farro, Berry, and Walnut Salad
This recipe from Cooking Light is actually supposed to be a side dish. But I thought it would make a great summer lunch! I have been looking for something that can be made the night beforehand and … [Read more...]
Crispy Coconut Kale with Roasted Salmon, Sweet Potatoes and Coconut Rice
I have to admit, kale is really not my favorite green. It tends to, well, taste like a leaf. So I was intrigued when I came across this recipe for Crispy Coconut Kale on Food 52 by Ashley Couse of … [Read more...]
Whole Grain Mustard Potato Salad
I've never fully understood traditional potato salad. Mayo on potatoes just doesn't appeal to me, especially on hot summer days where you always seem to find it as a side at barbecues and … [Read more...]
Seared Salmon Fillets with Orzo Pilaf
Now that Lent is in full swing, I thought I'd add even more salmon recipes to my blog. (If you haven't picked up on it yet, I love salmon. I would eat it every day if I could.) This recipe from … [Read more...]
Asparagus with Tomato and Feta
It can be tough to prepare a side dish to go with your dinner on busy weeknights. It's just one more step you probably don't want to deal with when you get home and you just want to eat. But this … [Read more...]
