This cheesy chicken enchilada rice is a fresh and delicious take on Mexican food. Using many of the same ingredients you’d use for enchiladas or burritos, it comes out tasting like a blend of the two: cheesy, zesty, flavorful, and saucy! The secret to making this dish an […]

This sweet potato hash is becoming one of my favorite breakfasts for several reasons; first, it’s healthy and well balanced, second, it’s really easy to make (and you can make a large batch in advance to reheat for another morning), and finally, it’s topped off with a […]

These fried smashed potatoes are such a delectable side dish that they may just steal the show and be the star of your dinner! The potatoes have a crisp and buttery exterior with the fluffy interior you’d expect from baked potatoes.  The zesty fresh lemon juice, savory […]

Restaurant worthy filet mignon…on a budget. Those two phrases sound pretty unbelievable when put together, but it is possible! If you love steak (and love to cook), chances are, you’ve tried to re-create some of your favorite restaurant recipes. I still remember the first time […]

One of the perks of living in the PNW is the amazing coffee. We don’t have as much sunshine here as some other states, but we make up for it in caffeine! There are many amazing Seattle coffee shops, but since I live in the […]

Long before I was into football or even knew what a field goal was, I loved attending Super Bowl parties for the great commercials and even better food. This buffalo ranch chicken dip is a perfect example of what Super Bowl party appetizers should be […]

Many of my favorite foods are tied to special memories and this loaded baked potato soup is no exception… A few months ago we were in the middle of packing up our entire house and preparing for a move. It was time for us to […]

As convenient as all the coffee shop locations are, they are no substitute for knowing how to make coffee at home. I love sitting down at a cozy little coffee shop and ordering a latte in a large mug, going by the nearest coffee stand […]

This pan-cooked salmon with garlic honey bourbon glaze is my absolute favorite and turns out perfect every time.When cooked right, salmon is tender, full of flavor, buttery, and absolutely delicious. It’s a great fish to serve for dinner when you’re tired of the same old […]

Do you ever feel like “healthy” food just doesn’t taste as good? It’s hard to stick to our New Year’s resolutions after being spoiled all holiday season with super rich and flavorful foods. It takes time to transition to “regular” food that doesn’t include half […]