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Let’s go on a world food tour! Whatever you’re in the mood for, from meat-lovers to vegans, from Europe to Asia to North and South America, these recipes are for everyone who loves to eat delicious, simple food!
My goal is to showcase delicious dishes that I’ve made, which I find are (relatively) easy to make! Some recipes require more time, and effort, while others are done within 30 minutes, but, I promise, you’ll be pleased with what you’ve made!
Unlike other sites, I won’t be detailing all of my thoughts and feelings about each recipe because, let’s be real, in the end, you just want to figure out how to make the dish and what you need to buy at the grocery store. I cut right to the chase and tell you the ingredients you’ll need and show you what the final dish will look like!
As a side note, I’m a big fan of onions, garlic, ginger, and everything spicy, so my recipes might be somewhat heavy with these ingredients, or at least more so than some people :) Be aware of this and adjust these ingredients to your own preferences because you’re the one who will be doing the eating! Enjoy!
Recent Recipes
Refreshing Sweet Potato Chicken Salad
When you combine fresh veggies, roasted sweet potatoes, and poached chicken with a zesty dressing, you’ve got a deliciously refreshing salad where you let simple ingredients shine through! This is a healthy, well-rounded salad that comes together in no time and will be a big hit at your table!
Thanksgiving Stuffing
A Thanksgiving meal isn’t complete without stuffing! And this stuffing is the only one you’ll ever need! The hardest parts of the meal can be prepped ahead, so all you have to do is combine everything on Thanksgiving and pop it in the oven. And with all of the herbs you use, it’s bursting with flavor and compliments the rest of your Thanksgiving dishes deliciously!
Spiced Coconut-Tomato, Chicken, and Greens Stew
When the weather cools and you need a tasty stew to help warm you back up, this is a great choice! A decadent combination of tomatoes, coconut milk, and spices creates a deliciously creamy base. Add in some healthy greens of your choice and chicken and you’ll notice your spirit will perk right back up after that first bite!
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Butternut Squash Filled with Sausage, Apple, and Kale
When fall rolls around, it’s time for fun fall meals! And filled squashes are one of my favorite fall dishes. The soft, subtly sweet butternut squash paired with savory sausage, crisp apples, and earthy kale is a delicious blend of fall flavors! Perfect for a fun, family meal together or an exciting main course for a dinner party!
Ginger-Lime Peanut Noodle Salad
Chewy udon noodles act as the base for a delicious veggie salad that comes together with an aromatic sweet-sour peanut butter sauce. Whether it’s crunchy veggies or smooth noodles, the fun combination of textures this salad brings keeps you coming back for more. It’s a perfect weeknight meal, when you want a light, tasty meal!
Roasted Veggie Wrap
Bountiful grilled veggies all wrapped up with simple ingredients is a great way to have a deliciously, healthy meal! With hummus, tzatziki, and goat cheese bringing everything together, it's a perfect combination of flavors! And best of all, grilling the veggies means you don't need to be standing in the kitchen the entire time.
Kansas City BBQ Sauce
Kansas City BBQ sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. It’s a classic, ketchup-based BBQ sauce that get it’s sweetness from the molasses, tanginess from the vinegar, and just the right amount of heat from the chili powder!
Juicy Poached Chicken
Poached chicken is not only incredibly versatile, but they are super flavorful and easy to make makes! It's a great go-to if you need delicious chicken in a short amount of time!
Corn and Pesto Gnocchi with Whipped Lemon Ricotta
For those pesto lovers, this is a great way to bring lots of fresh, summer flavors to your next pesto meal! Light and fluffy whipped ricotta with hints of lemon gives each bit a delicate cooling effect. Mix the pan-fried gnocchi with roasted corn and pesto and you’ve got a delicious summer meal whose taste, textures, and aromas will entice you to go back for seconds!
Fudgy Cherry Chocolate Blondies
Blondies are like brownies, but are made using brown sugar instead of cocoa. Since cocoa absorbs moisture, not using it leaves you with a softer, chewier texture which is what makes these blondies so delicious! Add to the that fresh, seasonal cherries and you're left with extra fudgy blondies! A perfect pairing of chocolate and cherries for a perfect summer treat!
Summertime Cherry, Couscous, and Arugula Salad
This is the perfect summertime salad: light and fresh with delicious flavors! Fresh cherries are the taste of summer and paired slivered almonds and goat cheese, not to mention the couscous that's perfect at soaking up all the flavors, it's a meal that comes together quickly and is great for dinners and summer parties alike!
Toasted Grilled Veggies & Halloumi Sub with Chimichurri
Grilled halloumi is a great addition when building a delicious sub! The deliciously fragrant chimichurri gives the sub its herby flavor, while grilled bell peppers and red onions give you sweet, charred notes. Round everything out with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and arugula for an irresistible bite and a sub that you’ll be making again and again!
Sweet Potato and Chickpea Coconut Curry
The warmth a soothing curry provides is why I love cooking them so much! This aromatic dish combines tender sweet potatoes and chickpeas simmered in a spicy Thai curry coconut milk broth for a deliciously nourishing meal. It’s a curry that will tantalize your taste buds with every spoonful!
Spicy Salmon Tacos
Asian flavors star in these tacos! Gochujang provides the spiciness to the flaky salmon and creamy crema, while a tangy slaw with an Asian-inspired dressing adds a delicious crunchy texture to each bite! This irresistible taco is a must-try if you want to spice up your taco game!
Orange Sweet Rolls
There’s something special about sweet rolls, whether it’s the pillowy, soft texture, the gooey, warm interior, or the fun way you can peel away the layers. And these sweet rolls are no exception! Citrusy, sweet orange is key to all elements of these sweet rolls, from the dough, to the filling, and the glaze. It’s an orange lovers paradise, or anyone craving sweet rolls that’s more than cinnamon or lemon!
Bean and Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
You can’t go wrong with meatballs in tomato sauce! But if you’ve got some kidney beans that you don’t know what to do with, add them to the meatball mixture and tomato sauce to give this dish another layer of textures and flavors. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal!
Lemon Snowflake Cookies
I’m a big fan of lemon desserts and when I want a lemony cookie, these are what I make. They are the perfect combination of soft, chewy cookies with a delicious touch of lemon that’s not overpowering. Coat the cookie dough balls in powdered sugar before baking to give you the striking snowflake effect. Whether for a summer party or you’re looking for a great cookie recipe that doesn’t use chocolate chips, you can’t go wrong with these!
Chili Oil Crisp
This is one of those condiments you can put on anything! And when you make it yourself, you can make it as spicy and crispy as you want. It's a great way to experiment and make your perfect chili oil crisp!
Chocolate Raspberry Cups
One of my favorite pairings: chocolate and fruit. They come together in this perfect bite-sized treat! It’s also super easy to give these chocolate cups your own twist, whether that’s using your favorite jam or peanut butter, or using your favorite type of chocolate. But regardless of the combination you choose, you can bet it’ll taste amazing when they’re ready to snack on!
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
There is something special about a homemade soup that’s simple and easy to make, but rich in flavor! With a few basic ingredients and spices, you are able to create something tasty and nourishing, and, best of all, bring everyone to the table to share a meal together. That’s at the essense of this soup and it’ll be sure to warm everyone’s stomach!
