Dinner in ten? Cilantro‑lime shrimp has you covered. Toss pre‑peeled shrimp with spices, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime—five minutes to prep, five to sear. Tuck them into tortillas, spoon over rice and beans, or serve alongside my grilled chicken breasts with pico de gallo for a surf-and-turf dinner. Leftovers? Slide them straight into zesty shrimp burrito bowls for tomorrow’s lunch. Ingredient Notes You’ll also need a large skillet. Pictured below is my beloved Staub 3.5-Qt braiser. Got some leftover limes on standby? Please oh please try our favorite classic margaritas!!…
Continue ReadingCozy & Comforting Chicken Marsala Pasta
Creamy, rich, and full of flavor, this chicken marsala pasta is comfort food at its best. If you know the classic Italian chicken marsala, you can imagine how delicious it is tossed with pasta. I love making this on busy weeknights when I need dinner on the table quickly. Next, you’ll want to try my cheesy-stuffed chicken marsala! The secret to authentic flavor? Good marsala wine. Marsala is a fortified Sicilian wine (similar to Madeira) made with the addition of a distilled spirit like brandy. It’s sold in both sweet…
Continue Reading20-Minute Israeli Couscous with Feta
This quick, simple Israeli couscous recipe is a perfect grain side dish for just about any meal! Cook Israeli couscous (or pearl couscous) until tender, then toss with a dressing of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, shallot, and lots of finely chopped fresh herbs. The taste is citrusy and vibrant! This incredibly versatile recipe goes well with lamb chops, steak, or chicken, really any meat or poultry that is complimented by lemon and fresh herbs. With just a few simple ingredients and a total prep and cook time of 20 minutes all in,…
Continue ReadingFeel Good Recipes to Kick Start the New Year
The start of each new year often comes with a desire to eat cleaner, feel good food. Personally, I love the idea of whole ingredients and nutrient-dense meals that keep you eating balanced. You know, with a chocolate chip cookie thrown in there somewhere… We’ve included our go-to gluten-free, dairy-free soup (it is thick and creamy, don’t you worry!), our favorite roasted vegetable salad, and some of our most loved, feel good chicken recipes. There’s such a great variety that we’re certain these will keep your dinner rotation fresh and…
Continue ReadingBeer & Citrus-Marinated Carnitas Tacos
Impossibly Tender Slow-Simmered Pork Shoulder Tacos de carnitas! Everyone’s favorite taco is also one of the easiest recipes to make at home. Seriously, make pulled pork in a dutch oven once and you’ll see that the flavor possibilities are endless. When you braise and slow cook pork shoulder (also called pork butt) for a few hours, it becomes fall apart tender, shredded easily with the gentle push of a fork. It’s my ingredient of choice for Cinco de Mayo celebrations (pulled pork tacos are always a hit!) and just generally…
Continue ReadingCreamy Dill Sauce For Salmon (5-Minute Recipe)
The Creamy Dill Sauce That Earns a Permanent Spot in Your Fridge Cool, tangy, and flecked with fresh herbs, this dill sauce for salmon is the kind of quick, do-it-all condiment that turns a simple fillet into something you’d happily serve to guests. It’s thick spoonable, bright with lemon, and just a little garlicky. Oh, and it comes together in 5 minutes flat, no cooking required. 🙌🏻 Think of it as one of those make-ahead sauces that quietly become a weeknight staple: stir it once, and it only gets better…
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