Less Fuss, More Food
Grandma’s Coleslaw is a creamy and crunchy salad with a great balance of tang and sweet. It’s excellent with meals that are overly rich or heavy for a fresh contrast. My grandma’s recipe is my standard although we’ll occasionally switch up the dressing a bit …
I’ve tried just about every technique for cooking hard boiled eggs. They all work, that’s not the issue. Peeling the eggs is the problem. And, it’s especially frustrating when you’re trying to get pretty whites for deviled eggs. If it’s a pain to peel them …
Carrot and Raisin Salad may be old fashioned, but it never goes out of style. A creamy, slightly sweet dressing over crisp carrots and apples with plump raisins, it’s a delicious side dish. This is a family favorite that both my grandma and my mom …
Beef Stir Fry over brown rice is a paired down take on the beef chow mein we make. After spending the day running errands and I had very little creative inspiration for making dinner. While I was waiting for a load of laundry to dry …
Garlic Lemon Couscous is a delicate and delicious side that goes with any main dish. It has great flavor but is just subtle enough to support and enhance the star of the plate. I’ve served it with robust grilled beef and lightly seasoned baked chicken, …
Quick and Easy Nachos are a weeknight win for everyone in the house. For me, they’re a go to when I don’t have creative inspiration or energy. If there’s some leftover steak, taco meat, or chicken we have a 10-15 minute meal. Nachos can be …
Pasta Carbonara is a weeknight champion! It’s versatile, easy, and FAST! With or without meat, although in our home, it’s always with, this is a great weeknight dish with minimal prep. Use what you have on hand or what you like. The sauce comes together …
