Spicy Sausage and Sweet Potato Soup

       Am I the only person that lets the weather determine the menu? I had every intention of making pasta for dinner then, BAM, here comes the rain.   Almost immediately, pasta was out, and soup was in. But what kind of soup? Making a grocery run was out of the question, so if the ingredients …

Shakshuka & Feta Cheese

I love getting people to step outside their comfort zone and try new things, especially delicious new things. Not too long ago I tried shakshuka for the first time and boy was it tasty! After my third time buying the dish, I secretly challenged myself to recreate this meal at home. You know what I …

Heartbreak Baked Ziti

Ever have that type of day when you kinda feel down in the dumps? What about those days when you get stuck in a nostalgia state and suddenly think about that person from your past? You know, the one you really shouldn’t be thinking about? Yea. I know that feeling too. Let me fill you …

Any Time Tomato-Basil Chicken

My Any Time Tomato-Basil Chicken is my easy and flavorful take on this “any occasion” recipe. Perfect for a nice night in alone or to dazzle visiting guests, this a recipe you will find yourself making over and over again. This is one of my favorite dishes to make any time I can get my …

Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce

A pizza night with family or friends is the perfect kickoff to a great weekend in. Homemade pizza is a budget-friendly and fun way to feed a large crowd while appeasing picky eaters. Everyone has the chance to be creative and add the toppings that please their palate.  What’s one thing that can take a …

Easy Flank Steak Tacos

                I eat Mexican food at least once a week. If it’s not burritos, then it’s tacos and I’m always looking for ways to spice up my menu. My juicy and flavorful steak tacos are one of the recipes I stumbled upon after convincing myself, “you could totally make that at home”. We all know …

Wine About It Chicken Scampi

        Is anyone really surprised that I included a recipe that combines two of my favs wine and pasta? Yea,  I didn’t think so.  I love cooking this one-pot dish especially when I have opened wine that is nearing its prime drinking shelf life. Perfect time to use those frozen ice cubes of wine that …

Shiraz Simmered Bratwursts

We’ve all tried beer brats before, right? Well, not too long ago I got the crazy idea to try wine brats. I know sounds a little weird, but hear me out. There are certain wines, like Shiraz, that pairs well with grilled red meats such as bratwurst. Since they pair so well with each other, …

Creamy Pasta alla Vodka

Looking for a pasta dish that looks super fancy but is crazy easy to make? Look no further than Pasta alla Vodka. Pasta alla vodka is a classic Italian-American dish that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and creamy pasta dish that’s perfect …