Simply homestyle
I love, love, LOVE the fresh flavor combo of jalapeños, tomatillos, and cilantro. That’s why I’m so in love with this recipe for creamy jalapeño sauce. I developed this recipe to go with my crispy veggie fritters, but this sauce goes perfectly with tacos, rice bowls, or roast chicken, or as a dip for tortilla…
Without a doubt, summer is my favorite eating time of year! Backyard gardens, farmers markets, and roadside stands are loaded with just-picked fresh fruits and veggies. Even the humble zucchini is a standout during the summer, especially if it’s made into crispy vegetable fritters with creamy jalapeño sauce. This recipe is actually great for any…
It’s peak strawberry season, and I can’t get enough fresh strawberries! I’ve made and remade this fresh strawberry Bundt cake recipe half a dozen times over the past few weeks. I’ve tested and retested until the recipe is absolutely perfect! I recommend fresh strawberry Bundt cake for Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, or any…
There’s something about Italian food that brings people together. Lots of our family celebrations seem to involve pizza, pasta, and generous servings of antipasto salad like this classic favorite. It’s a copycat of a salad served at Buca di Beppo, one of our favorite restaurants for birthdays, graduations, and other special occasions. Packed full of…
Who doesn’t love a big, juicy, delicious burger? To me, the cheeseburger is America’s greatest contribution to world cuisine. Sometimes beef burgers can be a little heavy, though, so if you’re looking for something lighter, these juicy, seasoned turkey burgers are just about perfect. Turkey burgers have a reputation for being dry, bland and tough….
A pretty frosted sugar cookie can brighten anyone’s day. It’s even better if the cookie is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a bright burst of fresh lemon flavor. These lemon sugar cookies with lemon cream cheese frosting are perfect for any occasion, like Easter, Mother’s Day, baby showers, or bridal…
Simple, beautiful, and tasty – that’s how I would describe these honey roasted carrots with garlic and thyme! This easy veggie side dish is perfect for holidays, Sunday dinner, or even a busy weeknight. Seasoned roasted carrots are tossed in a light honey glaze with savory garlic and fresh thyme. These roasted, honey glazed carrots…
Is red velvet cake the queen of cakes? It certainly is pretty, with it striking deep red color. And if it’s an easy to serve red velvet Bundt cake with smooth, fluffy cream cheese frosting, all I can say is pass me a slice! I make a lot of Bundt cakes, because they’re so easy…
Meet my new love – Sriracha mayo! I think of Sriracha mayo as an “everything sauce,” because it really perks up chicken, pork, beef, seafood, or potatoes. This spicy, addictive Sriracha mayo recipe takes just five minutes to make with five simple ingredients. What makes this sauce so addictive is the balance of flavors. The…
Pesto is a magic ingredient that can make almost any food better. I love it on pasta, sandwiches, or a slice of homemade focaccia bread. A few days ago some friends and I were talking about going to The Old Spaghetti Factory, and someone reminded me of that restaurant’s yummy creamy pesto salad dressing. I…
