Mac and cheese without the pasta? Now before you go calling it a crime, just hear me out. This “mac” & cheese gets a healthy makeover by swapping out the carb heavy pasta with a lighter fare: cauliflower and broccoli. These veggies serve as the perfect alternative. By soaking up all the delicious flavors of the dish, the…
Sweet Potato Cornbread
A breadbasket is a necessity on any Thanksgiving table. If not for those warm, fluffy rolls, what else would you use to sop up the last gravy, cranberry sauce and stuffing remnants? This year, pass a unique flavor around the table with this savory sweet potato cornbread. The pecans add a wonderful crunch, not to…
Brown Butter Baked Donuts with a Brown Butter Cinnamon Glaze
I spent my past Saturday morning baking donuts, and it was glorious. In my opinion, all weekends should involve baking and glazing. Also, who knew it was so easy to bake donuts? I was very happy with the way these turned out, especially for it being my first try. For my boyfriend this was a game changer, since now…
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…
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…
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…
Baked Acorn & Carnival Squash with Brown Sugar, Cranberries and Pecans
Although Thanksgiving is right around the corner, I couldn’t help myself and made one of my favorite holiday treats a few weeks early. This recipe is one I’m pretty sure everyone has their own take on. I grew up with this dish and over the years have expanded upon the classic butter and brown sugar…
