2-Minute Blender Hollandaise Sauce
Hollandaise Sauce can be tricky, but Julia Child gave us a method that is almost foolproof. If you have ever made hollandaise sauce from…
27 Quick Pickle Recipes for Your Garden Bounty
Quick pickles are delicious, small-batch friendly, and super easy to make. Plus, they require no special equipment and are usually ready to eat…
4-Ingredient Pineapple Ice Cream {Dole Whip Recipe}
No need to travel to Hawaii (or Disneyland!) to enjoy a refreshing cup of Dole Whip pineapple soft serve - you can make it yourself with just four…
Amaretti ~ Italian Macaron Cookies {Recipe}
Less sugar and four kinds of almond flavoring make for a deliciously chewy, gluten-free, yolk-free almond cookie that is bursting with…
Apricot Chicken Tagine with Ginger & Mint
Apricot Chicken Tagine with Ginger & Mint is an exotic, warmly spiced stew that is easy to prepare, family-friendly, and oh so…
Armenian Lentil Stew {with Eggplant & Golden Raisins}
Armenian Lentil Stew is a thick, rich medley of eggplant, peppers, tomatoes, onions, golden raisins, and lentils, all flavored with a savory-sweet…
Armenian-style Eggplant & Carrot Salad
Inspired by the cuisine of Armenia, this Eggplant & Carrot Salad combines simple ingredients to create a supremely satisfying savory-sweet bite -…
Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
These delicious Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars will give them something hearty and healthy to start their day - no matter how fast they have to run for…
Best Ever Soft Caramel Corn {Mary’s Sticky Popcorn}
A treasured family recipe, Mary's "Sticky Popcorn" is the best soft caramel corn recipe ever! It is everything wonderful about homemade caramel…
Butterscotch & Caramel: First Cousins of Sweet {Recipe Round-up}
Caramel sauce (and its first cousin Butterscotch) can take a simple scoop of ice cream or a slice of pie to a whole new level of…
California Quinoa Salad {with Piña Colada Dressing}
California Quinoa Salad is bright, light, amazingly healthy combo served with a delicious tropical piña colada dressing. (Inspired by Chef Marcel…
Calypso Chili
Based on my own (Award Winning!) Vegan Chili recipe, Calypso Chili is a mild, rich, sweet chili fresh with Caribbean flavors. Calypso Chili is a…
Caribbean Chicken Stew
This Caribbean Chicken Stew is a rich, warmly spiced stew that thickens beautifully over time, creating a hearty, deeply satisfying meal. {Includes…
Caribbean Mango Salad
The Caribbean Mango Salad at El Cubo de Cuba was such great accompaniment to our meal - fresh, light, and so colorful - that I had to try it to make…
Cast Iron Shrimp & Grits Pizza {with GF Polenta Crust}
This Shrimp & Grits Pizza honors the flavors and essence of its classic Southern roots, while presenting the components of this time-honored…
Chocolate-Pineapple Meringue Kisses {Recipe}
Light as air, these delicious little Meringue Kisses can hold a multitude of sweet surprises. These little meringue kisses are incredibly simple and…
Cilantro-Lime Dressing
This yummy Cilantro-Lime Dressing {Trader Joe's Copycat} goes great on so many things - salad, rice, tacos, tortilla chips, nachos... (hungry…
Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Made Easy
Classic Crème Brûlée is surprisingly easy to make - definitely easier than flan with its scary "flipping over" step. Plus, you get to play with…
Classic Whiskey Ginger with Lime {Made with Homemade Ginger Syrup}
Made with a delicious homebrewed ginger syrup and finished with fresh mint and a lime wedge, our Whiskey Ginger elevates this classic warm-weather…
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Roasting squashes first brings out their rich, deep flavors. This creamy roasted butternut soup - my curried spin on Panera's Autumn Squash Soup -…
Dairy-free, Gluten-Free Creamy Vegan Sauces
Two Variations on Vegan Sour Cream {including one Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Soy-free option}, plus a delicious Chipotle Pepper Sauce that will knock…
Dolmades {Stuffed Grape Leaves}
These savory little bites can be made for meat lovers and vegetarians (even vegans!), taste great warm or cold, and last for days. The perfect party…
Easy Cheesy Zucchini & Tomato Casserole
Enjoy the bounty of the season with this easy, family-pleasing 3-cheese Zucchini & Tomato Casserole. This 3-Cheese Zucchini &…
Easy Paella a la Aneto {Recipe}
The folks from Aneto traveled all the way from Barcelona, Spain to Seattle, Washington to share their product at the International Food Bloggers…
Eggs Provençal a la Renée
My version of La Provence's Eggs Provençal takes just 10 minutes of mild effort, and rewards you with a delicious, Pinterest-worthy plate. Eggs…
Favorite Layered Taco Salad {Vintage Recipe Redux}
Easy and economical, this beautiful layered taco salad is deliciously satisfying and always a crowd-pleaser! "You don't have to have anything…
Fresh Berry Compote {Recipe}
Fresh Berry Compote, a whole-fruit marriage of syrup and jam, is a quick, easy, and exceptionally versatile condiment. Sometimes it's best to keep…
Garden Fresh Gazpacho
Classic Spanish Gazpacho is the perfect summer soup – chilled, savory, and full of rich, robust, garden-fresh goodness. This post may contain…
Garlic Roasted Baby Squashes
Costco has bags of darling little baby squashes right now, and I just couldn't resist getting some. They are so easy to prepare, and deliciously…
Ginger-Chili Deviled Eggs
When I write a book review, I tend to jump in with both feet. Prepping to write about D'lish Deviled Eggs, a micro-focused cookbook by Chef Kathy…
Grilled Corn on the Cob {with Compound Butter}
Tis the season. (No, not that season.) It's Farmers Market season. That magical time of year when local markets are busting at…
Grilled Stuffed Squash Blossoms with Sweet Potato, Mascarpone & Rosemary Browned Butter Filling
Sweet Potato, mascarpone, and fresh rosemary browned butter go together to make the most amazing filling for this delicious stuffed squash blossom…
Hawaiian “Lomi Lomi” Salmon {Recipe}
Love sushi and sashimi? Then you definitely want to check this Hawaiian "Lomi Lomi" Salmon out! We found Lomi Lomi on nearly every “Hawaiian”…
Hearty Vegan Breakfast Granola
Uncle David's Hearty Vegan Granola is a delicious, healthy way to start your day! This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they…
Heirloom Tomato & Grilled Eggplant Stacks
These Heirloom Tomato & Grilled Eggplant Stacks are fresh, local, seasonal, and delicious to the last bite. Aaah, Summertime! Gardens are…
Homemade {Dairy-free} Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
The Richest, Creamiest Dairy-free VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM Ever ~ Made with Coconut Milk! Mr. B loves ice cream, and last year I splurged and bought…
Homemade Ginger Syrup
Spice up your beverages and desserts with Homemade Ginger Syrup! Mr. B and I love ginger. When we discovered how easy it is to make homemade ginger…
How to Make a Buddha Bowl {+ 37 Delicious Bowls}
The perfect Buddha Bowl {aka Bliss Bowl} made easy, plus 37 great ideas to get your creative juices flowing. Buddha Bowl = Bliss Bowl =…
How to Make a Perfect Frittata {Plus 70+ Amazing Frittata Recipes}
Everything you need to make a perfect frittata: a super-easy Master Frittata Recipe that you can use to transform leftovers into something new and…
How to Make an Old-fashioned Chocolate Ice Cream Soda
You need just three ingredients to make a delicious old-fashioned chocolate ice cream soda – and a glass full of wonderful, bubbly memories to…
How to Make Sugar & Spice Cranberries
Sugar & Spice Cranberries are a tart, sweet treat - made with a deliciously spiced simple syrup. The older I get, the more I come to…
How to Pick a Watermelon {+ 101 Watermelon Recipes}
Knowing how to pick a watermelon that is perfectly ripe isn't a magic trick. Just remember: girls are sweeter, size matters, and your Mama was…
Indian Eggplant Pickling Style LIGHT (Lake Palace Hotel Aubergine)
Sweet, spicy and tangy, this lighter version of Indian Eggplant Cooked Pickling Style (Baigan Achari) makes a perfect side; or pair it with rice or a…
Kale & Carrot Salad {New Seasons Copycat}
I think I have mentioned that back in my college days, I used to wait tables at Farrell's, an old-timey restaurant and ice cream parlor. Every…
Kaylen’s Bread
This Easy Sourdough Bread recipe is perfect for beginning bakers and old sourdoughs alike! (Recipe makes a long-rise dough, and requires only…
Mango Pina Colada Smoothie {Recipe}
Yesterday, I told you all about my new sun-brella, so today I thought I would share an umbrella of a different kind! One of the things I loved most…
Meet Flan – Custard’s Sweet, Sexy Latin Cousin
Traditional Caramel Flan (also known as crème caramel) is a rich, sweet custard topped with caramel sauce. It may look fancy, but you can make…
Orange-Spiced Cranberry Sauce {with Grand Marnier}
Kick your Thanksgiving game up a notch with this delicious Orange-Spiced Cranberry Sauce {with Grand Marnier}! Ridiculously easy to make, and ready…
Oven-Roasted Garlic Spears
Garlic Spears are in season - get them before they disappear! Garlic Spears - also known as "garlic scapes" - are the flower tops of the…
Pan-Seared Sturgeon with Chanterelles & Baby Yukons
In which Mr B and I attend a cooking demonstration class with Chef Andrew Garrison, get to be "beta-diners," and learn how to make…
Peanut Butter Fruit Dip
In high school, I was one of those girls some girls love to hate – I could eat as much as I wanted whenever I wanted and never gain an ounce. My…
PF Changs Chicken {Endive} Wrap-petizers
One of the coolest food items I was introduced to at the International Food Bloggers Conference [IFBC] last month was California Endive.  Sure, I've…
Picture Perfect Chicken Enchilada Pie {Recipe & Video}
Chicken Enchilada Pie ~ all the best parts of enchilada casserole in a meal that's pretty enough to serve to your mother-in-law.* (Just…
Polynesian Watermelon Drink {Otai}
Otai is a Polynesian fruit drink that is usually made with heavy cream and sugar. I discovered this dairy-free version completely by accident: a…
Potluck-Worthy Big Cuban Salad with Spicy Maple-Lemon Cashew Sauce
Loaded with roasted veggies, healthy grains, savory beans, and two delicious dressings, this Big Cuban Salad will be a crowd-pleasing favorite…
Pretty Green Feta-Dill Sauce
I love making sauces, and this one of one of my favorites. A close cousin to Greek Tzatziki, this super easy-to-make sauce goes great with many…
Pumpkin Butter – with Real Pumpkins!
This time of year farm stands and grocery stores alike practically give away winter squashes, and years ago I started making pumpkin butter when I…
Pumpkin Fall Fantasy Smoothie
You can thank Fantasy Basketball for this post. Or Mr. B. Or both. Anyway, tonight while he was deep into the draft for his leventy-seventh fantasy…
Raspberry Sundae with Ginger-Butterscotch Sauce
An important notes from Mr B... Last night, I had a serious craving for something sweet, so Renée went down to the kitchen and came back with a…
Red Pepper Walnut Dip with Pomegranate Molasses {Muhammara}
Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip with Pomegranate Molasses (Muhammara) is a versatile, savory-sweet dip that is delicious spread on pita, as…
Rich & Hearty Homemade Vegetable Stock
Every cook needs a great vegetable stock recipe - for soups, sauces, and enhancing all kinds of dishes. Canned stocks work in a pinch, but take the…
Roasted Butternut with Bacon, Leeks & Goat Cheese {Recipe}
Oh, you are going to thank me for this one! On our Valentine's weekend, Mr. B and I took a hike in the Gorge and then popped into Solstice down by…
Roasted Fall Vegetables
Roasting root vegetables together creates a rich, savory-sweet medley for the senses that will wrap you up like grandma’s quilt on a cold autumn…
Roasted Ratatouille {with Pan-fried Onions}
Fragrant layers of bright zucchini, tender Japanese eggplant, and juicy romas - all roasted to perfection in a nest of herby, garlicky tomatoes and…
Rotkohl {German Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage}
Each mouthful of this traditional Prussian Rotkohl {German Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage} is a symphony of smokey, sweetly spiced notes with just a…
Skinny Cincinnati Chili with Spaghetti Squash
Cincinnati Chili is basically a sweet, mild chili con carne traditionally served over spaghetti noodles - a combination that is both surprisingly…
Slow & Easy White Chicken Chili {5 Ways!}
Today I'm sharing a simple, belly pleasing, stick-to-your ribs recipe that will take all of 20 minutes of your time to prepare. You can let the slow…
Smoked Salmon Chowder {with Leeks & Fresh Tarragon}
Creamy Smoked Salmon Chowder is a rich bowl of comforting decadence; each ingredient carefully chosen to complement the delicate, smoky salmon and…
Snowy, Sweet & Fun to Eat!
“Alaska decided to go help Dolores with dinner. She said that it was sexist to leave the cooking to the women, but better to have good sexist food…
Spaghetti Squash with Garlic & Almonds
Spaghetti Squash with Garlic & Almonds combines Jarlsberg, almonds, and garlic for a delicate crunch and rich, nutty depth in this light and easy…
Spiced Cranberry Mule {Recipe}
Warm spices pair perfectly with crisp cranberry vodka to create this festive, refreshing Spiced Cranberry Mule. From Mr B's Man Cave The house is…
Spicy Pan-fried Blackened Rockfish
Seasoned with smokey paprika and three kinds of dried peppers, this Spicy Pan-fried Blackened Rockfish has just the right amount of kick! This…
Spicy Polenta Pizza Crust {Gluten-Free}
Not just another "gluten-free option," this Spicy Polenta Pizza Crust is full of flavor, easy-to-make, and holds up under a load of pizza…
Spicy Thai Shrimp Salad {Applebee’s Copycat}
Inspired by an Applebee's menu favorite, this Thai Shrimp Salad combines grilled shrimp, fresh edamame, crunchy almonds, and crispy wonton…
Strawberry Freezer Jam {Step-by-Step Tutorial}
Strawberry freezer jam is one of the best (and tastiest!) ways to preserve the fresh taste of summer! Follow this easy step-by-step tutorial and you…
Strawberry Soufflé Omelet with Caramelized Almonds
Fresh strawberries and caramelized almonds combine with a delicate, open-faced omelet to create a spectacular springtime presentation. This post…
Super Easy Super Bowl Party Menu
Start to finish, this Super Easy Super Bowl Party Menu takes a total of less than 2 hours to prepare. Every item on this Caribbean-inspired menu is…
Sweet Potato Carrot Hash
Earlier this week after I got done making Butternut Samosas, I had some leftover ingredients, so I threw this quick hash together.  I didn't think…
Sweet Potato Pad Thai with Shrimp
In Sweet Potato Pad Thai with Pan-fried Shrimp, the natural sweetness and robust texture of spiralized sweet potato noodles perfectly…
Sweet Potatoes & Marscarpone with Fresh Rosemary Brown Butter
This started out as a post about stuffed squash blossoms, but this Sweet Potatoes & Marscarpone with Fresh Rosemary Brown Butter is so amazing…
Sweet Yellow Saffron Rice
Sweet Yellow Saffron Rice is a delicate, delicious, slightly decadent side dish; equally suitable for a cozy night at home or a celebratory gathering…
Swiss Chews {Flourless Chocolate Crinkle Cookies}
Classic Chocolate Crinkle Cookies (or Swiss Chews as Mom always called them) are crispy on the outside, fudgy on the inside, and perfect for the…
The BEST Homemade Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream EVER
The heat is on and the strawberries are ripe, so find a cool spot to lounge and tilt back with a big bowl of the best fresh strawberry ice cream…
The BEST Slow Cooker Enchilada Sauce
This smoky Slow Cooker Enchilada Sauce is so full of flavor (and such a snap to make!!) that you may never buy canned sauce again. My recipe…
The BEST Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas: Officially "Carnivore Approved." These deliciously satisfying vegetarian Sweet Potato & Black Bean…
Vietnamese Banana Tapioca Pudding {Chè Chuối}
We first experienced Vietnamese Banana Tapioca Pudding (or Chè Chuối; pronounced “chair chewy”) while dining at Duc’s Bistro in Honolulu.…
