I grew up eating tons of peel-and-eat shrimp with a punchy cocktail sauce, and coconut shrimp, fried shrimp-- shrimp in any type of meal that you can imagine. I guess you can say that I am an experienced shrimp eater. When I was brainstorming ideas for shrimp recipes I stumbled across Ina Garten’s shrimp salad. The idea of shrimp salad was foreign to me. Somehow during my shrimp eating experience I missed out on the shrimp salad train. I knew that I must make shrimp salad to fill in my shrimp … [Read more...]
Salmon with 4-Herb Pesto
Ever since I planted my herbs three weeks ago, I have been itching to make something with them. A 4- herb pesto spooned over salmon was the ticket. Salmon is one of my all-time favorite foods because it is delicious, healthy, and a quick meal to make. 10 or 15 minutes and you’re done. Pesto is also a super-fast condiment to whip up; just a whirl in the food processor while the salmon cooks and that’s it! Combine both flavorful, healthy foods and you have a very tasty meal! The salmon is … [Read more...]
Basic Whole Roasted Chicken
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...]
Steak & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onions
Steak & spinach salad with goat cheese and caramelized onions is a healthy meal that is bursting with flavor! The spicy spinach is topped with perfectly juicy steak and the rich, sweet caramelized onions are to die for. When you add crunchy cashews, sweet and earthy shredded beet, and tangy goat cheese your taste buds will be in heaven! Oh, I almost forgot, the whole thing is drizzled with a homemade honey mustard dressing that couldn't be easier to make. The caramelized onions do take … [Read more...]
