This cold snap feels like it will never end. One good part about the cold weather is I definitely do more cooking! One of my husband's favorite recipes I make is one for Slow Cooker … [Read more...]
Turmeric Chicken and Chickpea Soup
As the weather turns cooler, it seems like everyone around me is fighting a cold. My husband is currently feeling a bit under the weather, so I wanted to make him a nice comforting soup. Cooking Light … [Read more...]
Beef Kofta Kebabs
Note: This post is sponsored by Moyer Beef. All opinions are mine alone. This past weekend, we had my parents over for dinner. I had a hankering for Lamb Kofta, which is a dish of ground lamb with … [Read more...]
Chicken, Mango and Pineapple Salad
A while back, I was given the chance to taste test some of the Cheesecake Factory's new menu items, which they do twice a year. (who knew?) I was able to sample some cocktails and bites from across … [Read more...]
Hot Cross Buns
Today is Good Friday, which means it's about time I shared a recipe for Hot Cross Buns! Hot Cross Buns are a sweet slightly spiced bun with dried fruit. A cross made of icing is piped on top. … [Read more...]
Cape Malay Curry
My husband and I (obviously) love trying new and different recipes. Living in Philadelphia, we are lucky enough to have a pretty solid restaurant scene, covering quite a range of cuisines. So my … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken
I am always looking for a new and different slow cooker meal. I personally could eat a tomato-based sauce with meat over rice, pasta, polenta, you-name-it every day. My husband would prefer something … [Read more...]
Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken #ChineseNYeats
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ChineseNYeats #CollectiveBias Next Monday begins the Year of the Monkey, according to the … [Read more...]
Carrot-Ginger Soup
Like much of the east coast, Philadelphia got hit with a blizzard last weekend. Which meant I had a whole weekend to make a bunch of meals! This Carrot Ginger Soup from Cooking Light is … [Read more...]
Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps
I am a carb fanatic -- I'd eat pasta with some day old bread every single day if I could. But on really hot summer days, sometimes you need something that feels lighter while still filling you up. … [Read more...]
Swordfish with Macadamia Nut Crust and Papaya Salsa
I can't say that I know much about Hawaiian food, past that I assume is it fish-heavy and influenced by tropical and Asian/Polynesian flavors (with their favorite canned meat, Spam, sprinkled in, of … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Beef Ramen
So I've been feeling pretty crummy for the past few days. And I've been craving soups like crazy. One of my favorite options when I want a comforting meal is ramen, specifically Shio-style from Nom … [Read more...]
Chicken Satay
I have been meaning to make this recipe forever; seriously, years. I don't know why it took me this long because it's a pretty easy recipe, but for some reason I kept putting it off. And boy do I … [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...]
Pumpkin Gingerbread Cookies
Halloween and dessert go together like peanut butter and jelly. Or maybe that's only true on my blog (I have quite a few Halloween desserts on here). Who cares? More yummy desserts for us to … [Read more...]
