entertaining
Start planning your next party manu here! These entertaining recipes serve larger groups and many can be made ahead. Find innovative hors d’oeuvres, delicious appetizers, healthy side dishes, beautiful side salads, impressive main dishes, easy roasts and desserts as well.
Massaged Kale Salad with Apple
Give me a bunch of kale, and I will find a hundred ways of using it in the kitchen, but making Massaged Kale salad is…Read More
Tarragon Vinaigrette
Calling a salad dressing a “revelation” may seem to be a bit hyperbolic, but once you’ve tried a salad drizzled with this Tarragon Vinaigrette, you’ll…Read More
Cranberry Cake
Today’s recipe is a simple yet elegant Cranberry Cake made with Almonds and warm holiday spices. It will be the perfect end to your Christmas…Read More
spiced nuts
These spiced nuts with cinnamon and chili are a great fall or holiday snack, appetizer or gift. The maple and spice coating is made with…Read More
Bacon Horseradish Cheese Ball
Today I have a recipe for a homemade cheese ball made with blue cheese, cream cheese, cheddar, horseradish and bacon for a home-made classic holiday…Read More
Roasted Pork Loin
This Maple Cider Brined Roasted Pork Loin recipe is all that and then some. This is a pull-out-all-the-stops kind of recipe for a special meal!…Read More
Vegan Charcuterie Board
Today I have a step by step guide and video showing you how easy it is to make your own custom Vegan Charcuterie Board. I…Read More
Vegan Paté
This Vegan Paté made with lentils a walnuts is rich and savory tasting, but entirely plant based. The smooth and thick texture and truffle and…Read More
Orange Ginger Green Beans
Here is a make-ahead green beans recipe with orange and ginger. These Orange Ginger Green Beans are delicious and can be made ahead which makes…Read More
Vegetable Mash
Today’s recipe for Vegetable Mash is a creamy comforting alternative to mashed potatoes. It’s made using root vegetables, garlic and butter pureed until it has…Read More
simple buttermilk mashed potatoes
If you’re looking for a super basic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes recipe, you’re in luck my friends! These are soooo good! I have a really simple…Read More
Maple Bourbon Pumpkin Pie
If you’re looking for a way to take classic pumpkin pie to the next level, then you need to make this Maple Bourbon Pumpkin Pie….Read More
Mexican Casserole
I’m pretty sure you’ll love this Mexican Casserole recipe made with baked corn tortillas, shredded cooked chicken, Mexican spices and sauce baked into a cheesy comforting…Read More
shrimp kabobs
Nothing says summer like these Shrimp Kabobs! Fire up the grill and enjoy these savory, low carb skewers with rosemary, garlic and cherry tomatoes. And…Read More
German Potato Salad
This German Potato Salad recipe is so easy ( I used a few tricks to make the process so much faster) and it’s also healthier…Read More
asian coleslaw
I promise this Asian Coleslaw will be your go-to side dish salad this summer. You can whip it up in minutes and the super yummy…Read More
fruit salsa
This recipe for Fruit Salsa is a Master Recipe of sorts. Take the basic formula and use any fruit you like! If Pineapple Salsa is…Read More
Panzanella Salad
This colorful Panzanella Salad has tomatoes, peppers, onion and cucumbers to give it loads of flavor, crunch and color. The bread is toasted then soaks…Read More
grilled potatoes
If you’ve never tried to make grilled potatoes, then I am so excited to share this recipe! I’ll show you how just how easy it…Read More
texas caviar
This Texas Caviar recipe is the bomb! It’s absolutely bursting with flavor! I made it with black-eyed peas, roasted red and green peppers, scallions and…Read More
israeli couscous salad
This Israeli Couscous Salad recipe with chickpeas brings together flavors of lemon, garlic and cumin with fresh parsley. It’s a fast and healthy side dish…Read More
Mexican Pasta Salad
Friends, I don’t know if Mexican pasta salad was a thing before now, but I do know that when pasta salad takes a metaphorical trip…Read More
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a healthy and tasty side dish for summer parties. It is popping with flavor and loaded with cucumbers, feta and…Read More
Mexican Coleslaw
This five minute Mexican coleslaw recipe is made with cabbage, cilantro and lime. It’s a super simple (and healthy) side dish to go with Mexican…Read More