Recipes
Smoky Sweet Potato Harvest Salad
This harvest salad is what I reach for when I want something nourishing but still a little indulgent — smoky roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy cabbage and kale, creamy goat cheese, sweet pops of dried cranberries and apple… it’s got a little bit of everything in the best way.
Classic Spaghetti Carbonara
I put off making carbonara for way too long because I thought I'd mess it up. Turns out, with the right temperature and a little pasta water, it's actually hard to screw up.
Smoky BBQ Chicken Naan Pizzas
This naan flatbread pizza is a total game-changer for football season—easy, fast, and loaded with flavor. Think melty cheese, bold toppings, and a crispy naan base that holds it all together like a champ. Let’s get you touchdown-ready.
Beef Fried Rice
There’s something magical about the smoky, savory aroma of fried rice hitting a hot pan. This steak fried rice is my throwback to those giant takeout containers I used to devour as a kid—when every bite had just enough egg, soy sauce, and crispy rice to make it feel special.
Better-Than-Takeout Shrimp Pad Thai
This Pad Thai recipe is written like a roadmap for beginners—clear, step-by-step, and impossible to mess up. You’ll learn how to cook shrimp so they turn out plump and golden, how to scramble eggs without sticking, and how to get the noodles saucy without clumping. By the time you finish, you’ll have a Pad Thai better than your favorite takeout.
Hellfire & Brimstone Short Rib Chili
Rich, smoky, and packing a slow-building heat, this chili is built on a foundation of tender, fall-apart beef short ribs and hearty ground beef. It’s the kind of meal that could win a trophy… or just win over the toughest chili critics you know.
Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
If you’ve ever wanted to make something that feels like you ordered takeout but better, these sticky honey garlic chicken thighs are it. The glaze is sweet, garlicky, a little tangy, and it caramelizes in the oven like magic. And the best part? It’s all done on one sheet pan with easy-to-love chicken thighs that come out juicy every time.
Dan Dan Noodles
With a base of spaghetti, savory-sweet ground pork, crunchy peanuts, and a luscious chili-sesame sauce, this version brings the iconic Szechuan street food flavor to your weeknight dinner lineup — no specialty market required.
Spicy Sesame Garlic Noodles
These spicy sesame garlic noodles use regular pasta and everyday ingredients to make something that feels indulgent, cozy, and super satisfying. It's spicy, nutty, garlicky, and slurpable — exactly what you want when a takeout craving hits but you're staying in your pj's.
Hot Honey & Ricotta Flatbread
If you’re in the mood for something fancy-ish but super easy, this Hot Honey & Ricotta Flatbread is your answer. It’s crispy, creamy, salty, spicy, and sweet all at once—and comes together in less time than it takes to scroll through your takeout app.
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.
Creamy Jalapeño Slaw Hot Dogs with Crispy Shallots
Summer cookouts deserve more than just your average ketchup-and-mustard dog. This hot dog brings the crunch, the heat, and that creamy slaw —all while keeping the grill at the heart of the action.
Baja-Style Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
There’s just something about shrimp tacos that instantly feels like summer. These Baja-Style Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw take me right back to those perfect nights sitting on patios with friends — laughing too loud, staying out too late, and always ordering "just one more" round of tacos.
Street Corn Chicken Tacos
Juicy chicken, charred corn, creamy sauce, and fresh toppings packed into soft tortillas — these street corn tacos are perfect for a fun and easy Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Italian Sausages with Peppers, Onions & Garlic Tomato Pan Sauce
Whole Italian sausages, beautifully browned (with bonus grill marks if you’ve got a grill pan), simmered in a rustic mix of sweet bell peppers, onions, and a garlicky tomato glaze.
Baked Gnocchi with Marinara & Mozzarella
If you're craving something cheesy, saucy, and soul-soothing but can’t be bothered with a single pot of boiling water — this one’s for you. Just toss gnocchi, sauce, and cheese into a baking dish and let the oven work its magic. No chopping, no boiling, no stress.
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.
One-Pan Tomato Braised Chicken Thighs with White Beans
This is the kind of dinner you throw together when you want something hearty and soul-soothing but barely have the energy to open the fridge. Everything goes into the pan, no chopping necessary, and the result is a bubbling, saucy masterpiece that tastes like you slow-cooked it all day.
Lazy Slow Cooker Beef Tips in Savory Onion Gravy
This recipe is for when you're running from class to work to walking the dogs and just need dinner to make itself. You literally dump everything into the slow cooker—no chopping, no searing, no babysitting.
Rosemary Garlic Beef Tips with Lemon Butter Peas & Potatoes
These rosemary garlic beef tips are savory, juicy, and deeply flavorful—the kind of meal that feels fancy but comes together fast. Paired with buttery baby potatoes and sweet peas kissed with lemon zest, it’s spring comfort food at its best.