Recipes
Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Tacos
These Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Tacos are everything I love about breakfast wrapped up in a soft, warm tortilla — crispy tots, melty cheesy eggs, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a little jalapeño heat to wake you up right. A spoonful of cool sour cream and fresh cilantro seals the deal. They’re simple, satisfying, and a little bit spicy — just how I like it.
Simple Blackened Salmon with Garlic-Lime Butter
This is my go-to blackened salmon recipe for when I want something bold, fast, and packed with flavor—no fancy pans required. You don’t need a cast-iron skillet to get that crispy, spicy crust. A good nonstick pan and high heat do the trick beautifully. This recipe comes together in under 20 minutes and feels like something you'd get at a restaurant
Fluffy Chocolate Chip Pancakes
These pancakes are just like the ones from your favorite beachside diner — thick, golden, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. Whether you're flipping them on a lazy Sunday or recreating those Wildwood mornings, this stack hits all the right notes.
Cream-Filled Strawberry Banana Crepes
A throwback to sweet mornings at Samuels in Wildwood, these ultra-thin, lacy crepes are rolled up with whipped cream, bananas, and strawberries just like the ones from your childhood. They're tender, delicate, and full of that simple joy you only get from nostalgic comfort food.
Mini Corn Muffins with Peach Honey Butter
These mini corn muffins are golden, slightly sweet, and just crumbly enough to feel like real cornbread — not cupcakes pretending to be cornbread. But what makes them special is the whipped peach honey butter on the side.
Fruity Salsa with Cinnamon Crisps
This Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips is my not-so-secret weapon for potlucks, brunches, or anytime I want to serve something a little unexpected (but still totally crowd-pleasing). It’s fresh, juicy fruit tossed in lime juice and a touch of honey, served with warm, crispy cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips. Basically, a fruit salad met a churro chip and they became besties.
Strawberry Shortcake Cookie Bars
These strawberry shortcake cookie bars are my go-to for outdoor hangs and lazy park afternoons. They hold their shape, aren’t too sticky, and taste like the best part of summer. A buttery vanilla cookie base, a jammy strawberry layer, and a soft golden crumble on top — they’re nostalgic, sweet, and totally picnic-perfect.
Oxtail Risotto Inspired by Bokeria in Split
I remember walking into Bokeria in Split—warm lights, chatter, and the promise of something new. I’d never tried oxtail before, but one bite of their risotto, with tender braised tail and creamy rice, sealed the deal: I was a fan—for life. Now I bring that moment back home with this cozy, indulgent recipe.
Garlic Herb Butter Tortellini
This garlic herb butter tortellini is cozy, savory, and packed with flavor — perfect when you want something simple but elevated. It’s my favorite way to turn cheese tortellini into a buttery, herby side dish in minutes.
Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
If you’re looking for a Cinco de Mayo dessert that’s easy to share and guaranteed to disappear in minutes, you have to try these Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce! They’re light, crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and rolled in sweet cinnamon sugar.
Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes layered with sweet strawberries and whipped cream - a simple but special treat that's perfect for celebrating Mom.
Steak & Eggs, Philly Style: Ribeye Omelette with Peppers, Onions & Provolone
Imagine a hot skillet of juicy ribeye, sautéed peppers, sweet onions, and melty provolone all wrapped in a fluffy omelet.
Applesauce Oatmeal Bake
It’s soft, spiced, and warm, with just the right amount of natural sweetness from applesauce and maple syrup. Stir everything in one bowl, pour it into a baking dish, and pop it in the oven. That’s it.
Miso-Honey Salmon with Chili Crisp Butter Noodles
Sweet, savory, and spicy — this Miso-Honey Salmon over Chili Crisp Butter Noodles is a great weeknight treat. The salmon is glazed with a rich, caramelized miso-honey sauce that gets sticky and golden in the oven, then served over silky noodles tossed in brown butter and chili crisp.
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with Honey Glaze
These fluffy, bright muffins are bursting with fresh lemon flavor, have that delightful crunch from poppy seeds, and get a dreamy honey glaze drizzle on top. Perfect with coffee, tea, or as a sweet little snack throughout the day.
Cilantro Lime Rice
This copycat cilantro lime rice tastes just like Chipotle's—maybe even better. It's fluffy, fresh, zippy, and goes with everything from burrito bowls to dal to grilled veggies. If you're building a flavor-packed meal at home, this rice is your not-so-secret weapon.
Cherry Almond Crumble Bars
These Cherry Almond Crumble Bars are my go-to when I want something fruity, chewy, and just a little nutty. The almond crumble topping pairs perfectly with the jammy cherry center, making each bite sweet, tart, and totally addictive.
Crispy Garlic Butter Fried Rice
This Crispy Garlic Butter Fried Rice is simple yet packed with flavor! Made with fragrant garlic, butter, and soy sauce, it’s golden and toasty with slightly crispy bits. The best part? It’s made in one pan and customizable with your favorite veggies!
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwiches
These Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwiches are what warm-weather dreams are made of. Think tender biscuit-style cookies hugging vanilla bean ice cream and juicy macerated strawberries. They're nostalgic, fresh, and just fancy enough to impress your friends—but secretly easy to make!
Brown Butter Banana Bread Blondies
There’s banana bread, and then there are these Brown Butter Banana Bread Blondies. Chewy, gooey, and packed with caramelized banana flavor and nutty brown butter, these bars are my go-to when I want something indulgent and comforting that still feels homemade and nostalgic. Plus, no mixer required!