Tonight I came home, and had run out of garlic and only had half an onion – far less than I needed for our planned meal. So instead I threw this together as I went, making something that tasted a lot like my mom’s chicken korma with a lot less fuss. The boys loved it […]
This recipe has been a staple in our house for years, but I’m finally getting around to writing it down. It’s been tweaked and perfected, and this recipe won’t disappoint. 1 Tbsp minced fresh sage5 oz pancetta, small dice2.5 lb squash, diced and roasted2 lg shallots diced small – about ½ cup1.5 c arborio rice½ […]
When you’re craving Italian flavors, but don’t want pasta, this is your recipe. Comforting and full of flavor.
This chicken dish is simple and easy to make. But the best part is how it will blow your mind, and you’ll think about it for days. You could substitute white wine for the vermouth, but don’t if you have it. Also, there’s no such thing as too much garlic or too many shallots. 8 […]
1 (13-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk2 Tbsp Spice House Red Thai Curry Powder (or ¼ cup red curry paste)3 Tbsp peanut butter5 Tbsp fish sauce (if using prepared curry paste, reduce to 3 Tbsp)4 garlic cloves, minced1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces3 large carrots, peeled and diced1½ c jasmine rice, rinsed1¼ c boiling water1 head broccoli, thick stems peeled/chopped, small florets […]
New Year’s Eve with kids means that we’re staying in to spend time together, and cooking a great meal. This is a little more trouble than your normal pasta dish, but that’s what I look for when making a special meal. The sauce is very creamy despite having no butter or cream. The sparking wine […]
Need an easy dinner based on things you already have on hand? If your pantry and fridge are stocked like mine, then this is your dish. These basics are always on hand – you could just as easily skip the feta if you didn’t have it, and it will be just as good. Promise. 3 Tbsp […]
Our neighbor made this for us about a year ago (I can’t remember why), and we were hooked. I was so hooked that I asked her for the recipe while I was pregnant, but she said that she had just made it up. And then she brought me some the next day! So we’ve recreated […]
Perfect brown rice takes work, and it’s achieved by following the package directions. To help it, we found that you need less liquid than than you think. Perfect Brown Rice 2 c. brown rice, rinsed 1 small yellow onion, minced 1 Tbsp. olive oil 3-1/4 c chicken stock In a heavy bottomed pan over […]
This dish doesn’t sound like much, but the combination makes it perfect: savory, substantial, and flavorful. It’s so versatile that you can substitute whatever green or bean you have on hand. On top of that, it’s so easy that it’s a no-brainer on a weeknight – we make it at least once a week as a […]
