Super Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Spinach Wrap This recipe features a distinctive spinach wrap in lieu of the more common wheat variety. If you prefer, you can easily use another type of wrap or even more traditional slices of bread. Regardless of what outer options you choose, the real magic […]
Fresh Basil Pesto This versatile, no-cook sauce can be enjoyed with many of your favorite pasta, fish, chicken, soup, or vegetable recipes. Most modern recipes, including this one, call for making pesto with a food processor to combine the ingredients. This method works well, but produces a very […]
Ginger Peach Breakfast Smoothie This delicious breakfast smoothie is a nutritious and delicious way to kick off your morning. Although this combination works best in a high-powered blender, such as a Vitamix or Blendtec, you can still achieve good results in a regular blender. The trick is to start […]
Warm Italian Panini Sandwich A classic Italian sub sandwich normally features a mixture of cured meats, such as salami, pepperoni or ham, and provolone cheese on an Italian-style roll. Onions, tomatoes, and crispy lettuce topped with copious amounts of Italian dressing are also standard. This version is similar, except it […]
These spicy baked chicken wings are perfect for game day or anytime you need to whip up a casual, yet delicious, appetizer. Making your own homemade flavored seasonings is easy. However, finding the perfect balance of flavors is more of an art than a science, because individual tastes vary so […]
Roasted Pear with Creamy Blue Cheese Salad This salad is another example of simple ingredients yielding outstanding results. When you combine the peppery taste of fresh arugula with the distinctive, but smooth taste of a creamy blue cheese and the inherent sweetness of roasted pears, you don’t need much else. […]
Classic Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze It’s hard to beat the classic flavor combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. However, this version adds another dimension by adding a rich and syrupy balsamic glaze instead of straight vinegar to top it off. This, combined with a really good quality extra […]
Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Bacon This delicious side dish is full of caramelized flavor punctuated by tasty bits of bacon and crispy goodness. Pair this dish with pork chops or roasted chicken for a wonderful, low-carb meal. Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes Serves 4-6 […]
1. For best results, allow uncooked meat to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (but no more than 1 hour) before cooking. Starting with more consistent internal temperatures will lead to more consistent final results. 2. To prevent curdling, do not add cold dairy products to hot […]