Recipes
Classic Pico de Gallo
If you’ve ever had that irresistible roasted chili-corn salsa from Chipotle, you already know it’s the unsung hero of the toppings lineup. Sweet corn gets a smoky char, roasted peppers bring warmth (without being overpowering), and lime plus cilantro brighten everything up. The best part? You can make a big bowl at home in under 40 minutes, and it’s even better after chilling in the fridge.
Gambas al Ajillo
This sizzling Spanish-style garlic shrimp is a dish that punches way above its weight in flavor. It's rich, fragrant, and irresistibly dippable thanks to all that golden garlic oil. Perfect as a quick dinner, a light lunch, or a standout tapa alongside a glass of something chilled.
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
Hot Honey Deviled Eggs with Chili-Honey Bacon Crumble
These aren’t your grandma’s deviled eggs. These are creamy, spicy-sweet, smoky, and just the right kind of fancy. A swirl of hot honey in the yolk mix adds an unexpected twist, and the chili-honey bacon crumble on top? Total flavor bomb.
Sunset Patio Guacamole
You know those perfect summer evenings when the chips are crunchy, the drinks are cold, and the guac is so good you kind of forget to eat anything else? That’s exactly what this guacamole reminds me of.
Cheesy Tex-Mex Chicken Skillet
This cheesy enchilada skillet is everything I want in a weeknight dinner: hearty, a little spicy, and unapologetically cheesy—with zero fuss and only one pan to clean.
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.
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Spinach
This recipe is proof that rich, creamy comfort food doesn’t have to mean standing over a stove. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it work its magic — no chopping, no stress, just wildly good chicken in a velvety sauce that tastes like it came from a trattoria in Florence.
Smoky Ground Beef Taco Filling
This is the easiest way to make taco night feel extra delicious. We’re skipping the seasoning packet but keeping all the flavor: smoky chipotle, garlic, tomato paste, and warm ground cumin give this beef a rich, bold profile — finished with a little lime for brightness.
Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon
There's nothing quite like a perfectly seared salmon fillet, especially when it's smothered in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. This dish is indulgent yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner, but elegant enough to impress guests.
Zesty Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers
Kickstart your spring soirée with these zesty Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers that promise to dance on your taste buds!
Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles
Embrace the healthy twist of replacing traditional pasta with vibrant zucchini noodles, adding a refreshing crunch to each bite.