When parents tell me they can't get their sweet little darlings to eat their veggies, I share one of my recent most-requested recipes by the six-year-old. Surprise! It's a dish entirely comprised of vegetables bathed in a great seasoned oil mixture and roasted. Sometimes simple really gets the job done.
What does a food writer have for lunch? More often than not, it's something quick, easy to put together, and delicious. Get one of my favorite make-ahead lunch favorites featuring fresh broccoli and some unlikely ingredient candidates for a salad.
Kebabs are a summer tradition that make dinner quick and easy. What's more, they are delicious and make fun food for parties and entertaining. Get a tried and true recipe for a chicken kebab dish brimming with the flavors of lime and honey.
Putting dinner together inside an aluminum foil packet gives you less mess to clean up and the flexibility of choosing either the oven or the grill for putting dinner on the table. Have I also mentioned that it's delicious?
Continuing the adventure begun with a couple of smoked chickens, some great Cajun cuisine finds its way to the table. A great dish like jambalaya gets a smoky boost with both smoked chicken and smoked chicken stock in the recipe!
The desire to enjoy fresh vegetables in something other than a stir-fry inspires a fun dish that brings together flavors from the Mediterranean into a dish brimming with asparagus, garlic, and tomatoes and a fun yogurt sauce for drizzling.
Pasta might not seem like a very summery option unless it is starring in a pasta salad. Well, have no fear, it can definitely be just what summer ordered when it's loaded with grilled chicken and a spicy, smoky cream sauce. What's more, this is a fast dish that's perfect for entertaining. Happy Summer!
As summer barrels toward us, we find ourselves busy with end-of-school activities, community events, and efforts to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. Don't waste lots of time in the kitchen when you make Quick Thai Noodles.
Warmer weather and Memorial Day right around the corner calls for summer food. Why not try your hand at a surprisingly simple crab cake dish with fresh greens and spicy garlic aioli? It's just what the chef ordered for making summer seem like it's already arrived!
With the end of the school year fast approaching and spring finally arriving, dinner time quickly becomes a race against the clock. Never fear! You can feed your family -- yes, even those picky eaters -- and still have time for a softball game, walk to the park, or spring concert. All you need are the sauce and toppings you'd put on a pizza and a box of pasta!
