Basic whole roasted chicken has become a staple in our little household. The smell of a whole chicken cooking in the oven is divine. It creates this nice homey feel that wraps me in a warm blanket. The crispy skin covering juicy chicken meat is simple, yet nothing short of delicious. If you are intimidated by the thought of cooking a whole chicken, don’t be. It just takes a little knowledge and practice to get it right. The salt and pepper really add so much flavor to the meat and help to lock … [Read more...]
Coconut Chicken Curry with Zucchini and Quinoa
There is nothing better than a heartwarming curry dish. The robust, earthy curry spices melded with rich coconut milk and stir-fried veggies makes me swoon. I jump at the opportunity to eat at a good Thai restaurant! I could literally eat at a Thai restaurant every day and my belly would be perfectly satisfied, but it would empty my wallet. It became obvious that I must cook these mouth-watering Thai dishes at home to help keep my sanity in check and to keep my wallet happy. When I began … [Read more...]
Gluten-Free Stuffed Mushroom Caps with Fennel and Sage
Stuffed mushroom caps are the perfect appetizer. They are cute, bite-sized and versatile. You can stuff them with crab, breadcrumbs, cheese; there are so many combinations. Generally when I have eaten stuffed mushrooms it has been a scrumptious breadcrumb mixture. Although the breadcrumb mixture is a classic option, why not make stuffed mushroom caps a little healthier? Why not make them gluten-free? The solution: save the stems of the mushrooms and throw them all in a food processor to chop … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies with Blueberry Jam
Who doesn't love a classic, simple peanut butter and jelly sandwich? When you add chocolate to the mix, hold onto your hat! The classic combination is so ridiculously comforting that I can barely handle it! What about when you turn this classic sandwich into a cookie? It makes a crazy delicious, ultra comforting treat! They are wonderfully soft, peanut buttery, chocolate-y, and the center is perfectly gooey and bursting with blueberry flavor. I adapted these cookies from a Giada De Laurentiis … [Read more...]
