Chicken Chasseur, or Hunter’s Chicken, is made with chicken and mushrooms in a sauce flavored with white wine, cognac, tomato paste, shallots, garlic, and tarragon. This one-pot classic French dish takes its name from the old days when hunters would return home with game meat and freshly picked mushrooms, which were often prepared in…
Dinner
Braised Beef Brisket
Braised Beef Brisket is slow-cooked with apple cider, maple syrup, molasses, dried mushrooms, caramelized onions, and garlic, giving the brisket flat cut a complex depth of flavor. Prepare this hearty main dish ahead of time for easy entertaining and holiday dinners. I love making braised beef dishes when we have company over. Braised beef…
Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs
Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs burst with fall flavor thanks to dried apple pieces and fresh sage. Applesauce and sage-infused olive oil keep these baked meatballs juicy, never dry. Hi folks, I’ve got an easy healthy dinner for you, perfect for busy weeknights and back-to-school. Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs are made with lean protein (from…
Bacon Fried Rice
Bacon fried rice with eggs, kale, and umami-packed shiitake mushrooms. Fried rice picks up a ton of flavor when the rice is fried in bacon fat. Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This post was originally published on May 23, 2018. It was republished with new photos and more content on July 17, 2019….
Salmon BLTs
Salmon BLTs are the perfect summer sandwich. Crispy bacon, vine-ripened tomatoes, and a fresh and creamy herb sauce go great with salmon fillets. This post was originally published on May 30, 2018. It was republished with new photos and more content on June 12, 2019. During our Alaska vacation in June 2017, I ate…
Smoked Salmon Sandwich with Dill Cream Cheese
Smoked Salmon Sandwiches with Dill Cream Cheese are an elegant gourmet choice for summer picnics and outings or when it’s just too hot to turn on the stove to cook dinner. With smoked salmon, dill cream cheese, crunchy cucumbers, and peppery arugula, these sandwiches are a little extra special over your ordinary brown-bag lunch….
Trout Almondine
Trout Almondine is a French dish of lightly pan-fried trout with a sauce made from sliced almonds, butter, lemon juice, and parsley. This fancy dinner is ready in only 25 minutes. Hi friends, If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen a photo of trout almondine I shared back in February. My…
Creamy Pasta with Scallops and Asparagus
Creamy Pasta with Scallops and Asparagus is the perfect treat for your next date night. Enjoy sweet buttery scallops and tender roast asparagus on a bed of creamy cheesy pasta. This post was originally published on February 28, 2018. Because I love this recipe so much, it was republished with new photos and more…
Crispy Skin Chicken Thighs
Crispy Skin Chicken Thighs have super crispy crunchy golden brown skin over juicy tender meat. Crispy Skin Chicken Thighs are browned in a skillet then baked in the oven. Serve with a quick white wine pan sauce made in the same skillet used to brown the chicken. Regular readers know by now that we…
Top Round Roast
Top Round Roast is a lean cut of beef roasted in the oven just until tender. This easy recipe includes potatoes and veggies for a complete meal. Any leftovers are great in a sandwich or to add protein to a salad. Hi friends, I’m back! There hasn’t been a new post the last few…