It's nearing the end of the week and my brain has pretty much declared a start to the weekend. As much as I have tried to come up with something witty …
Recipes
Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli Bowls with Garlic Hoisin Sauce
It has been a couple of weeks since my last post and I don't even have a good reason as to why I've been away. I was still cooking and eating lots. …
Texas Mule Cocktail {and Mocktail}
The Superbowl and Oscar watch parties may be over but that doesn't mean you can't have a party just for the sake of it. Anyone who knows me knows I'll …
Thai Salmon Burgers with Cabbage Slaw
Unlike last week's Vietnamese pork chops which were fairly authentic Vietnamese, these Thai salmon burgers are definitely not authentic Thai. But what …
Vietnamese Pork Chops
I didn't even know I was looking for a Vietnamese pork chop recipe until I found this one. I was flipping through a Vietnamese cookbook at my library …
Opera Cake
You know someone loves you when they do something for you that you love even when they aren't crazy about it. Such is the case with this cake. I love …
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl with Turmeric Rice
I'm feeling all kinds of trendy today with these tuna poke bowls. Bon Appétit magazine featured a poke bowl on their cover this month and turmeric …
Lemon Curd Marbled Cheesecake
I know it's January and many of you are probably deep into your New Year's resolution to eat better. But it's also citrus season and the lemons from …
Baked Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Chives
It has definitely been a slow start to the new year. Or maybe I should clarify by saying I have been slow to start the new year. I am not quite ready …
Favorite Recipes of 2016
It's hard to believe another year has gone by. Thank you for joining me on this little adventure - you guys definitely make blogging more fun. I got …
Dried Cranberry Scones
Between the craziness of the holidays and helping to care for a very sick (and much loved) relative, I have been looking for ways to find some solace …
Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots
Every fall, I look forward to the first day when the weather gets cold enough to cook a classic pot roast. That day was slow in coming this year. …
Satsuma Orange Vodka Cocktail
I can't believe Thanksgiving is tomorrow! I'm totally behind on all the prep work but before I go off to help with the dessert baking, cranberry jelly …
Roll-up Pancakes {Gluten-Free & High Protein}
First off, let's clear up any confusion about the name of these pancakes. Yes, they are called roll-up pancakes. No, they are not rolled up in the …
Almond Biscotti with Chocolate Glaze
How about something calming and soothing to get us through not only today but through the craziness of the holidays. For me, that's a cup of something …
Easy Tomato-Basil Soup
I'm tired of waiting for the weather in Texas to cooperate and have it be cool enough to declare the start of soup season. I don't care that it is …
Crab Eggs Benedict + A Visit to Pike Place Market
My husband and I went on vacation to Seattle last week - without the kids. It was awesome. Despite warnings of an incoming "storm of historic …
Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Basil, and Toasted Bread Crumbs
Spaghetti with tomatoes, basil, and toasted bread crumbs sounds so boring. I get it. But sometimes the most basic of ingredients can come together and …
Caramel Pudding Parfaits with Salted Caramel Sauce
My kids love it when a dessert recipe takes a few tries to get right. Between this recipe for caramel pudding parfaits and the one for pumpkin spice …
Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese and Figs
Starting to think about upcoming fall get togethers? Whether it's weekend football or holiday get togethers, you're going to need snacks. If you're …
Pumpkin Spice Latte Crème Brûlée
Is it too soon to post pumpkin recipes? Starbucks released their pumpkin spice lattes a few weeks ago so I'm thinking it's OK. As cliché as they may …
Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Madeira Sauce
When you need an easy, tasty, weeknight-doable, family-friendly meal, nothing beats the convenience of sautéed chicken breasts. And when you happen to …
Chimichurri Steak and Quinoa Bowls
My kids started school last week so I have been on the hunt for easy flexible meals that will work on nights when we have everyone coming and going …
Fresh Peach Ice-Cream
My husband's love for peaches runs about as deep as my love for sweetened condensed milk. He bought 4 cases of peaches this summer to eat fresh and …