It all started with my craving for cheese and potatoes. Apparently I do not have any self restraint, since I ended up baking a dish which incorporated the two. My potato gratin, an adaptation from a recipe by my favorite cook Ina Garten, combined two strong cheeses, gruyère and white cheddar, with leeks and green onion. It is perfect as a side dish…
Bibimbap
I would have never pegged myself as a Korean food fanatic, but after my introduction to this unique cuisine a few years back, I have been hooked ever since. I love the tradition behind each dish and the distinct flavors and smells. While Korean dining is not complete without Dukbokki, kimchi, bulgogi and banchan; nothing compares to the sizzling…
Italian Wedding Soup with Spicy Chicken Meatballs
Slushy would be the best word to describe my first winter/polar vortex in New York. The past few months have been a never-ending cycle of snow and rain, so over the weekend I took a break from the slush and found solace in this hearty Italian soup. Wedding soup typically consists of green vegetables, meatballs and…
Devils on Horseback
Since I will be spending my Sunday at the Super Bowl (!!!), I wanted to share my favorite appetizer with those of you looking for a party snack to serve on the big day. I had always called this recipe exactly what you’d think, bacon wrapped dates, but it wasn’t until I moved to New…
Corn & Bacon Pizza
Well, this just happened…my two favorite things in life have collided on top of a pizza crust. I’m honestly surprised I haven’t though of this recipe already. I believe every great meal should include corn and bacon (and eggs, my other love) in some capacity. This recipe is an adaptation from my new cookbook, I…
Sausage Egg Casserole
It’s been a family tradition for as long as I can remember to serve “Egg Dish” on Christmas morning. The true description is a Sausage Egg Casserole, but my family has been calling it “Egg Dish” ever since we were kids, so it stuck. This year we decided to do an east coast Christmas and…
Sweet Potato Biscuits
I love the holidays for many reasons, catching up with friends and family, festive decorations, Christmas music, but my favorite reason of them all is it’s the perfect excuse to try out new recipes on unsuspecting house guests. These sweet potato biscuits were my latest test and from what I was told, they were a…
Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad
I love how this recipe takes what would be a standard salad and turns it into something unique by using chopped kale and brussels sprouts as the base. Toss in dried cranberries, salted almonds, Pecorino cheese and a salty/sweet dressing and you’ve got your new favorite salad. Serve it as a side to any main…
Cider Braised Chicken with Bacon & Parsnips
This is hands down my favorite chicken recipe. I was a little weary at first (look at the length of the instructions!), but it has become my go to dish to cook for family and friends. This recipe comes from All About Braising by Molly Stevens, who is a genius for pairing chicken, bacon and…
Pear, Apple, Blueberry & Cranberry Crumble
Looking for a Thanksgiving dessert alternative? These individual fruit crumbles will surprise and impress your guests. This is one of my favorite Ina Garten recipes for both it’s simplicity and deliciousness. Her original recipe uses a different filling, but I typically switch mine out and try different fruit combinations based on what’s in season. For…
