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interior view of the Blueberry White Cheddar Grilled Cheese sandwich with melted cheese and jam

Blueberry White Cheddar Grilled Cheese

A delicious sweet & salty sandwich: blueberry white cheddar grilled cheese. Sweet, juicy blueberries simmered until thickened and lots of cheese are sandwiched between two slices of sourdough bread. The sandwiches are cooked in a hot skillet until melty and golden! Continue reading “Blueberry White Cheddar Grilled Cheese”

finished dish of Creamy Orecchiette with chicken sausage & spring vegetables in a bowl with herbs and cheese on top

Creamy Orecchiette with Chicken Sausage & Spring Vegetables

This creamy orecchiette with chicken sausage & spring vegetables highlights the very best of what spring has to offer in one pasta dish. Loaded with so much good seasonal produce – leeks, fennel, ramps, green peas, spinach, garlic, and herbs. The sauce is infused with all of that fresh flavor plus white wine, lemon, butter, and pecorino cheese. It’s creamy and saucy, yet bright and zesty! Continue reading “Creamy Orecchiette with Chicken Sausage & Spring Vegetables”

a bowl of Asparagus Soup topped with a drizzle of cream and fresh herbs

Asparagus Soup with Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Toast

A simple, creamy asparagus soup to embrace the seasonal spring vegetable! Made with minimal ingredients and lots of vibrant lemon & dill flavor. This soup is healthy and satisfying, great for lunch or to start off a dinner party. And made even better with a side of prosciutto & goat cheese toast! Continue reading “Asparagus Soup with Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Toast”

two Sweet Potato Fritters on a plate with a dollop of dill yogurt sauce

Sweet Potato Fritters with Dill Yogurt Sauce

Simple sweet potato fritters to make for your next springtime dinner party! Grated sweet potatoes mixed with eggs, green onions, and smoked paprika…pan-fried until crisp and served with a lemony dill yogurt sauce. These are such a great appetizer, snack, or side dish made with minimal ingredients and vibrant flavors. Continue reading “Sweet Potato Fritters with Dill Yogurt Sauce”

Crispy Chicken Thighs topped with charred green onion chimichurri on a plate

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Charred Green Onion Chimichurri

These crispy chicken thighs will become your new go-to main dish for spring! The chicken is crisped in a hot skillet until golden, then roasted in the oven to finish cooking. A quick and flavorful charred green onion chimichurri sauce is spooned over top for a vibrant, herby punch of flavor. It’s simple, versatile, and can be served with any of your favorite side dishes. Continue reading “Crispy Chicken Thighs with Charred Green Onion Chimichurri”

finished Potato & Gruyère Frittata in a skillet with watercress salad over top

Potato & Gruyère Frittata with Watercress Salad

A potato & gruyère frittata for all of your springtime brunches! A mixture of caramelized fingerling potatoes, leeks, green onions, garlic, and herbs combined with eggs and baked until golden, with lots of sharp gruyère cheese melted over top. Throw together a simple, crisp watercress salad to serve alongside and balance out the rich flavors of the frittata. It’s such a wonderful dish to make for a crowd! Continue reading “Potato & Gruyère Frittata with Watercress Salad”

a skillet of scalloped potatoes out of the oven with melted cheddar and herbs over top

Irish Scalloped Potatoes with Cabbage & Cheddar

Sharing the most delicious St. Patrick’s Day recipe: Irish scalloped potatoes! Full of caramelized cabbage, leeks, garlic, and Irish cheddar cheese. These are so rich & savory, with thin layers of potato baked into a decadent skillet. The top becomes golden and bubbly, with the slightly crisp, melted cheese covering the entire dish. A great recipe to complete any corned beef feast! Continue reading “Irish Scalloped Potatoes with Cabbage & Cheddar”

roasted carrots on a plate topped with scallion vinaigrette, feta, and hazelnuts

Roasted Carrots with Scallion Vinaigrette

An exciting side dish for spring: roasted carrots with scallion vinaigrette, juicy raisins, salty feta cheese, and crunchy hazelnuts. It’s simple to make, yet bursts with flavor and texture. A great recipe to keep in your back pocket when you need a vegetable dish to add on to any springtime dinner menu! Continue reading “Roasted Carrots with Scallion Vinaigrette”

Cheesy Baked Rigatoni with Italian Sausage & Spinach in a skillet

Cheesy Baked Rigatoni with Italian Sausage & Spinach

A cheesy baked rigatoni with Italian sausage, burst cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, garlicky marinara sauce, and lots of melted mozzarella. It’s baked until golden & bubbling, then topped with fresh parsley and parmesan. This is one of my favorite easy dinners for any night of the week, and the recipe has a bit of family history to it as well! Continue reading “Cheesy Baked Rigatoni with Italian Sausage & Spinach”

Roasted Broccolini on a plate with calabrian chile vinaigrette and parmesan over top

Roasted Broccolini with Calabrian Chile Vinaigrette

This simple side dish of roasted broccolini with calabrian chile vinaigrette & parmesan cheese will be the perfect vegetable addition to any meal! The broccolini is tender and slightly crisp around the edges with plenty of bold, tangy flavor from the spicy vinaigrette. It’s a quick recipe that comes together effortlessly. Continue reading “Roasted Broccolini with Calabrian Chile Vinaigrette”