Remember the year of our zucchini overload? These Zucchini Waffles were the happy result of that abundance. Crisp on the outside, and fluffy on the inside, homemade Zucchini Waffles are a breakfast (or a dinner!) that we often enjoy when we have fresh zucchini on hand. Zucchini Waffles I’ve shared dozens of recipes featuring zucchini and other summer squash over the 10+ years I’ve been sharing recipes here on the website....

AMAZING. That’s it. Just that one word describes heaven on this plate. Seriously, this sauce was fantastic. We tasted it and immediately knew that Bon Appetit had it right when they recommended drizzling the entire plate with the sauce. I served the sauce over Sauteed Ono , Thyme Mashed Potatoes and steamed zucchini and it was wonderful. This was a delightful meal and it looked beautiful as well. My oldest son surprised us by requesting more sauce twice through the meal....

All the flavors of classic Chicken Parmesan are rolled into these bite-size Chicken Parmesan Meatballs. I was so impressed by these meatballs the first time I made them; I requested them again for my birthday dinner. Sean had no trouble at all making this recipe on his own; even for a less frequent or experienced cook, this is a simple recipe. If you have never considered making homemade meatballs before, this would be an excellent way to try them for the first time....

All the ingredients we love in classic Chinese Egg Rolls come together in this Egg Roll Stir Fry recipe. This is an irresistible bowl of deconstructed egg rolls and you’re going to love it. Don’t skip the crispy fried wonton strips on top to give your meal a true egg roll flavor and crunch! Egg Roll Skillet It’s not exactly a secret that I love Chinese food. From Kung Pao Chicken to Egg Drop Soup , very few things make me happier than all those garlicky savory-sweet flavors coming together in one meal....

All the flavors of Filipino Lumpia come together in this Filipino Lumpia Skillet. Made with a heaping helping of fresh vegetables, ground pork, and shrimp: this is a dinner that my family literally cheers for each time we make it. There are hardly words to tell you just how excited I am about this recipe. I called my friend Rebecca almost shouting about it when I first had the idea a couple years ago....

Sweet vanilla ice cream filled with chunks of golden Oreos is a smile-inducing bowl of cookies and cream ice cream, if you ask me – or any of my boys. And I’ll admit now that I’ve made this ice cream twice and I’ve only shared a few scoops with my family. This ice cream proved irresistible and I found myself going back through the day for just one more taste....

Tender crab meat and a flavorful cream cheese sauce combine to make this hot crab dip taste similar to crab rangoon, but in dippable form! Serve with crostini, toasted baguette, crackers, wonton chips, or whichever dippers you like best. Hot Crab Dip This dip has its origins in crab stuffed mushrooms . I had leftover filling and sampled it by dipping a cracker into it. Before I knew what was happening, the pan was empty....

In the interest of never tossing an awesome bagel just because you couldn’t eat them lightning fast, here’s my little hack for steaming day old, stale bagels at home, using just a sprinkling of water! While in Canada, we have eaten more pastries, bagels, and other awesome baked goods, than I can recall eating before in my life. There are two prominent bagel shops here in the Mont-Royal neighborhood of Montreal....

Fluffy Italian rice cooked in chicken broth and then tossed with warm butter and generous herbs makes a terrific side dish for any meal. This is a flavorful and hearty side dish that will nicely round out any weeknight dinner. And with simple, common ingredients, it’s easy to make extra. Rice with Herbs If you’re looking for a quick and easy side dish, this Italian rice recipe can be made in only twenty minutes....

Jammy hard boiled eggs are fantastic on their own with just a bit of salt or when added to salads, sandwiches, and pasta. These are perfectly set boiled eggs with firm whites and “jammy,” slightly runny yolks. They’re egg heaven! What is a Jammy Egg? If you have never heard of a jammy egg, let me introduce you to your new favorite egg. What is a jammy egg? It’s just another term for a soft-boiled egg with a runny yolk....

Sometimes the smallest tools end up making the biggest impact. I’ve cooked in so many kitchens over the years, from tiny galleys to the open floorplan with a huge island. And, over time I have learned which things I must have at my fingertips regardless of the size kitchen. These are the small ticket items that I consider to be must-have items in every kitchen. They reliably make the job easier, every time....

Lebanese Beef and Green Beans Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 large onion chopped small, about 1/2-inch pieces 4 cloves garlic minced 1 pound ground beef 1 pound green beans ends trimmed and cut into bite size pieces 2 14- ounce cans tomato sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons red wine 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste Garlic Smashed Potatoes or cooked rice for serving Instructions In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the butter and the oil....

Warm slices of baked apples covered with cinnamon brown sugar streusel topping are all that’s required to make this easy apple crisp recipe. All by itself or topped with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream , apple crisp is one of our favorite desserts year-round. If you manage to have any leftovers the next day, this makes a spectacular breakfast too. You could even include a crisp for a big weekend brunch, coupled with a pan of breakfast enchiladas , a cheesy bacon quiche , or a jalapeno popper breakfast casserole ....

Tender buttery Peach Coffee Cake is filled with sweet bites of peach and topped with an irresistible brown sugar crumb topping – what is not to love?? Peach Coffee Cake I am at a loss to describe just how awesome this coffee cake actually is. I’ve made it three times now and each time it has disappeared lightning fast both with friends and with family. I simply can’t get enough of the fresh sweet peaches when they’re at their best in the summertime....

Peppermint Hot Cocoa is one of our favorite warm drinks this time of year. Mix up a batch of this cocoa mix today and have it ready for easy peppermint hot chocolate through the holiday season. Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix Ever since I made homemade hot chocolate for the first time a few years ago, and subsequently laughed at myself for thinking it was going to be difficult, I haven’t bought another store-bought hot cocoa mix....

Pineapple, mint, and lime combine deliciously to make these irresistible Pineapple Mojitos. And, while I will forever love Classic Mojitos , these are the cocktails I have made the most frequently for several years now. Like no other mojito you’ve tasted, this cocktail is made with tons of pineapple and plenty of fresh mint. If you’ve tried a mojito in the past and not loved it, this one might change your mind....

There aren’t many things that can beat a big pot of pork chile verde simmering on the stove. It fills the house with the kind of aroma that makes you hungry long before it’s ready. Made with pork shoulder, roasted tomatillos, poblano and jalapeno peppers, Pork Chile Verde is hearty, New Mexican comfort food. When it all comes together, the result is melt-in-your-mouth pork coated in the most delicious green chile sauce you can imagine....

This crunchy, pungent cabbage is the biggest surprise that has come out of my kitchen lately. Initially, I made this as a relish, thinking that I’d serve it in fish tacos or maybe with a chicken sandwich. Ha. We didn’t even get to the sandwiches. My husband and I stood at the counter and finished off almost the entire batch on it’s own as soon as I’d snapped a few pictures....

Fresh sweet berries, crisp greens, crunchy pecans and a drizzle of creamy poppyseed dressing all add up to one of our favorite summer berry salads. While my boys haven’t always been the biggest salad fans, when this Berry Salad with Pecans and Poppyseed Dressing is on the table they are very happy to eat their salads. If you’ve been here for long, you likely have caught on that I adore fresh berries....

An orange banana smoothie is proof that the simplest things are often the best. With just two ingredients and under five minutes, you can make the easiest smoothie ever. (And if you choose to include the bonus ingredients, it gets even better!) Banana Orange Smoothie This really is the easiest smoothie ever! Tossed together one morning many years ago, just to use up an overabundance of bananas and oranges, my kids flipped over this simple smoothie....