Balsamic Grilled Veggie & Goat Cheese Sandwiches
Using some of my favorite veggies marinated in jammy balsamic vinegar and olive oil, the grilled veggies are the star of this sandwich. It also doesn’t hurt that these gorgeous grilled veggies are accentuated by buttery, perfectly toasted ciabatta buns and garlic and herb goat cheese for a tangy, creamy finish.
Cochinita Pibil (Yucatán-Style Braised Pork)
Using just a few ingredients - like achiote paste, garlic and fresh citrus juices - this pork comes together in your Instant Pot in about an hour. You could also use your slow cooker to set and forget it! The result is the most juicy, smoky and flavorful pork you’ve ever tasted. Serve it up in taco format with your favorite fixings to get a true taste of Mexico!
Zucchini Pasta with Parmesan, Lemon & Basil
Searching for a simple, healthy-ish, fresh recipe to shake-up your weeknights? Taking part in #MeatlessMonday? Have a butt-load of zucchini on your hands? Then this recipe is for you!!
Peach, Prosciutto & Mozzarella Pizza
Perfect for a ladies night and for sipping on rosé, this pizza is sweet and salty perfection. Featuring the ripest of summer peaches, creamy mozzarella and salty/smoky prosciutto.. A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze complete the picture to make for one stunning ‘za.
Trinidadian Chicken Curry
Inspired by our favorite curry in Seattle, this Trinidadian curry is spicy, warm and comforting. Forewarning: this curry packs a serious heat punch! That being said, even though there’s a whole habanero not messing around in there, the curry manages to stay flavorful and actually not destroy your taste buds. Trust me on this!
Salmon Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette and Goat Cheese
We try to do "dinner salads” at least once a week in our house. Especially in the summer, there’s no better meal than a beautiful, hearty salad for something light, satisfying and effortless to throw together. One of my favorites is this salmon salad with a citrus vinaigrette and goat cheese.
Za’atar Chicken with Garlicky Yogurt
This recipe for flavor-packed, succulent chicken and an equally bold, creamy yogurt sauce comes together in no time, making for one elegant yet effortless meal!
Date Night Vodka Pasta
I adore how this recipe not only comes together in less than 30 minutes but also explodes with flavor with just a few key ingredients. The vodka in this creamy, tomato-centric pasta just works as it cuts the bitterness of the tomato paste and adds a balanced, sweetness.
Buttermilk Barbecue Chicken
This is by far the juiciest chicken you’ll ever eat, thanks to a buttermilk bath! This easy recipe comes together low and slow that’s perfect for summer backyard grilling.
Grilled Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce
I promise this is a recipe you’ll keep coming back to all summer long! Succulent and spicy chicken followed by an even spicier, cool, creamy and zesty green sauce worthy of licking your plate for.
Roasted Eggplant Parm
Lately I’m all too obsessed with this somewhat unconventional eggplant parm recipe that has not one, but three cheeses, crispy breadcrumb topping and golden brown, roasted eggplant. It is utterly divine!
Spicy Coconut Grilled Chicken
Besides the spicy, chili garlic paste, garlic, brown sugar and garlic for instant flavor boosters, this recipe gets its flavor and juiciness from coconut milk using a two-for-one technique. The result is perfectly tender, flavorful and spicy chicken thighs that you will surely be grilling up all summer (or quarantine) long.
Sheet Pan Spicy Shrimp and Pineapple Tacos
These gorgeous and vibrant shrimp tacos have it all: they're spicy, sweet, smokey, zesty and fresh. What's even better is this recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes thanks to harnessing the power of multi-tasking and the wonder of a sheet pan.
Burgers with Blue Cheese Mayo, Jammy Onions and Arugula
These gourmet burgers are a tried and true hit. With creamy, chunky blue cheese mayo that is practically a cheese sauce disguised as a mayo, toasted brioche buns, charred, juicy burgers, sweet, caramelized and jammy red onions and peppery arugula, these are not your mama’s burgers!
Korean BBQ Turkey Burgers
My Korean inspired turkey burgers are probably the perfect combination of ingredients: Korean BBQ sauce, spongy Hawaiian sweet buns, shredded Napa cabbage, cool and crisp thinly sliced cucumbers, more BBQ sauce (obviously) and, last but not least, a healthy schmear of Japanese Kewpie mayo is all it takes for the perfect bite.
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadillas
These are also not your average 'dillas! Filled with good-for-you ingredients (but also CHEESE), these quesadillas are not only a tasty meal but a satisfying and hearty one. I kick these up a notch with bold flavor boosters like diced green chiles, a healthy dose of chili powder and a dollop of cream cheese to intensify the creaminess.
Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad
These Southwest chicken chopped salads are the antidote to sad desk salads. Topped with shredded or rotisserie chicken to keep things easy, garbanzo beans, radishes for peppery crunch, smoky bacon, sweet red bell peppers, pumpkin seeds and, not one but, two cheeses, and smoky chipotle balsamic vinaigrette, they are the opposite of boring.
Salt and Vinegar Fish and Chips with Dill Tartar Sauce
My “fish and chips” interpretation is sure to be your new comfort food go-to, and the easiest way to make a beach moment happen in the comfort of your own home. The crushed salt and vinegar chips create a naturally crisp and perfectly seasoned coating for the fish. The kicker, of course, is an easy, homemade dill tartar sauce for dunking.
Thai Tomato Soup
This is not your average tomato soup! Fragrant, creamy and perfectly spiced, it takes no time at all to throw together and is the perfect vehicle for grilled cheese dipping action. This soup is also a perfect option for all of my vegan/dairy-free friends out there!
Skillet Roasted Lemon Chicken
Inspired by Ina Garten, this foolproof way to roast chicken comes from spatchcocking the chicken to help even the cooking time. Seasoned simply with lemon, onion, fresh thyme, olive oil and a bath of white wine in a cast iron skillet, the chicken comes out juicy, flavorful and succulent every single time.