Boy does potato salad get a bad wrap. That bland mushy stuff you can get from most markets and delis had no place on your plate! This traditional homemade version is just like what grandma used to maybe but just a bit better 🙂 Frequently Asked Questions Do you cut potatoes before boiling for homemade...
Frittata Recipe
This fast and easy Frittata recipe is basically my love letter to the 1990s. That’s back when it seemed like frittatas were on every brunch menu, and sun-dried tomatoes were in EVERYTHING. I took those ideas and added some of my favorite Greek ingredients—namely briny kalamata olives and feta cheese—to bring frittata into the 21...
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
Creamy, spicy, and a little bit smoky, this fast-fix Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala satisfies all of my cravings for exotic Indian food without having to run across town for takeout. I love leaning on the Instant Pot’s sauté function to help build big flavors fast; it’s something you just can’t achieve with a slow...
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Whether you’re wanting to save money, save time, eat better, or all of the above, this super-simple Instant Pot Shredded Chicken recipe is your golden ticket! I lean on this versatile recipe to help make meal prep easier all week long. On Sundays, I’ll throw a few chicken breasts in my trusty InstantPot, and before...
Asparagus Soup
Whether it’s high spring or you’re just craving bright and fresh sunny flavors, this creamy asparagus soup delivers big time! Although I finish this soup with a splash of cream, the lion’s share of the creaminess comes from the simmered-until-tender asparagus and a secret ingredient: English peas! The peas also bring a gentle sweetness...
Pasta Salad
I love pasta salad but so many store-bought and deli varieties have NO TASTE!! My version is loaded with flavor and lots of fresh ingredients from sweet cherry tomatoes to briny kalamata olives and of course some crunchy cucumbers. Frequently Asked Questions What goes with italian pasta salad? Pasta salad is great for picnics, barbecues,...
Lentil Soup
Lentil soup is a beautiful reminder to not judge a book by its cover. Let’s be honest, friends—it’s a brown soup! But that doesn’t mean it’s not amazingly delicious! Truth be told, bite for bite, it’s one of my favorite cozy and comforting soups. My little French twist sneaks in just a dash of nutmeg...
Chicken Fried Rice
You know how sometimes you eat Chinese food, and then you’re hungry about an hour later? I feel you. That’s why I came up with this hearty version of chicken fried rice. Instead of having little bits of chicken scattered in a sea of rice, everyone gets a whole crispy chicken thigh to themselves, which...
Deviled Eggs
Frequently Asked Questions Can you make them the day before? This is a great make ahead dish. Store the filling and egg whites in separate airtight containers then assemble before serving. How long do they last for? Deviled eggs will last for three days in the refrigerator but if you’re planning on making them...
Shepherd’s Pie
I’ll be honest—I love anything topped with mashed potatoes, and this Shepherd’s Pie is no different! Although it’s typically made with lamb, I wanted my version to be more heart healthy, so I turned to ground chicken. I amped up the flavor by using umami-rich tomato paste and Worcestershire, and I honestly don’t miss the...
Chicken and Dumplings
From the Midwest to the Deep South, everyone has their own favorite recipe for chicken and dumplings. My version stars easy drop dumplings, which you make first before gently poaching chicken breasts to create a rich broth that you then use to cook the dumplings. The result is a hearty, concentrated chicken dish with fluffy...
Instant Pot Pork Loin
You won’t believe how easy the Instant Pot Pork Loin is to make! A few years ago while vacationing in Greece, we lucked upon this amazing farm-to-table restaurant where we had a wonderful roasted pork dish that I’m sure took hours to cook. It was infused with the rich, briny flavors of Greek olives, garlic,...
Broccoli Cheese Soup
In the cast of comfort food classics, broccoli cheese soup ranks right up there with chicken pot pie and pot roast. Many recipes you’ll find rely on a lot of heavy cream, but here I thicken with a little flour, which lets me sneak in a little guilty pleasure—Velveeta cheese! I love a good sharp...
Chicken Shawarma
If you’ve never heard of chicken shawarma, it’s a lot like Greek gyros—meat rotates on a rotisserie in an oven or over an open flame, basting in its own juices as it roasts. I have a lot of cool kitchen gadgets, but I don’t have space for rotating spits of meat, so I came up...
Chicken Curry
When you’re craving a delicious and warming chicken curry then look no further. This recipe is super easy and packed with delicious yet simple ingredients. Bold yellow turmeric is the unsung hero of your spice cabinet. In addition to yielding its golden hue to many common foods (such as mustard), research has shown that it...
