So, I’ve made no secret of my love for pesto. In fact, I profess it quite often: take exhibit A. But I insist on basil pesto. I love arugula, kale, and spinach – you name it – as much as the next person. But it shouldn’t go in pesto. Basil goes in pesto. That’s my story, and…
Grilled Red Onion and Zucchini Salad with a Smoked Balsamic Vinaigrette
I don’t know about you, but I’m still trying to grasp that it’s already March. It feels like we were literally just carving pumpkins and making gingerbread waffles. And yet, here we are, getting our vegetable gardens prepped and dusting off our grills. So, the sous chef is a bit of a grill fanatic and loves…
Balsamic and Rosemary Marinated Flank Steak
I literally make this all. the. time. It’s so simple, and so flavorful. So of course it’s on our regular menu rotation [duh, no-brainer]. And yet, I totally have a confession: It’s never thought to blog about this beauteous recipe because it’s just so easy. But, um, if I love easy recipes, I have no doubt that you do,…
Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef Tostadas
FRAAANDDSSS… I have the best news ever to share with you. And I think you might love me for it. I think I love myself for it? I know, this display of humility is startling. But trust me, if there’s anything that calls for love, it’s undoubtedly this barbacoa beef, and that goes without question….
Rosemary Chicken, Avocado, and Bacon Salad with Honey Mustard
So, the sous chef is absolutely obsessed with this salad – and for good reason. For starters, it’s packed with, um, avocado and bacon… [i.e. a match made in heaven]. I mean, that’s pretty much as close to chocolate and peanut butter, or wine and cheese as you’re going to get. So yeah. Now, I’m…
Fresh Basil and Garlic Pesto
Hi, do you have a second? Because I am in dire need of professing my love for fresh basil pesto. Basil period. But when you basically turn basil into a condiment, I’m all over it. You’re biggest cheerleader, loudest fan. Because basil pesto is so delicious on literally everything – you cannot go wrong: pasta, pizza,…
Hot Italian Sausage, Kale, and White Bean Soup
Let’s talk about our favorite indulgences. I’ll go first. I’m going to go ahead and just skip over soup altogether, because, um, that one was obvious. And wine. I don’t even need to go there. Other than that, I’ve got one word for you: sausage (and bacon, but I’m really focused on the sausage right…
Tomato Bruschetta with Mozzarella and Basil
So, I love tomato bruschetta. What’s not to love? It’s literally everything I can’t live without in one dish. Minus bacon. And red wine. But rest assured, we consume plenty of both in our spare time – just not in our bruschetta. Which is a good thing, my friends. Trust me. Now, I love tomatoes –…
Smoky Chicken Enchilada Soup
I love everything about Mexican food, period. Tacos, burritos, ceviche, taquitos, fajitas, every kind of salsa under the sun, and enchiladas are no exception. You name it, I’ll eat it. But what’s equally as delicious as enchiladas, and just a teensy weensy bit healthier? This smoky chicken enchilada soup. Because, well, it’s low-carb, and pretty…
Shrimp Cocktail with White Wine and Garlic
Hiiiii….. So glad you’re here. Because, um, enter the most delicious little nuggets of savory goodness (i.e. shrimp cocktail… my fave) you’ll ever meet. I mean, seriously. The sous chef will totally vouch for me here. These are hands down, delicious. And I gotta be honest: we love this recipe in particular because of how…