A cheesy weeknight smash Quesadillas are one of my absolute favorite Mexican foods. What’s not to love about crispy tortillas oozing with melty cheese and topped with flavorful salsa and other veggies. This recipe has a simple filling of spiced chicken, peppers, and lots of cheese, while the salsa is the main star of the …
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the south of france has been calling me Let’s be honest – the south of France is always calling me. And a Niçoise salad with fresh seared tuna is the just the fix I need to feel like I’m dining al fresco on the Côte d’Azur. But since I’m instead dining in my Brooklyn apartment, …
This brussels sprout dish is the perfect example of how salads can be anything but boring. Your starring leafy greens are thinly sliced brussels sprouts that are lightly fried up in savory pancetta drippings. Add some farro, fresh herbs, chopped pistachios, manchego cheese, and a poached egg, and you have yourself the tastiest, most decadent …
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This dish is seriously such a powerhouse of a weeknight meal – hence why I called it a power bowl! In general, I just really love bowls. They make such an easy weeknight meal, and you can customize them with literally anything. I might start a food blog that just specializes in bowls…okay, maybe not, …
This Moroccan-style vegetable stew is so packed with flavor and delicious veggies, you don’t even need to add the meat. BUT if you’re a lamb lover like me, this kofta recipe is not one you’ll want to pass up. It’s super easy to make, it just requires a ton of delicious, warming spices to really …
There’s something that feels so cozy and healing about a brothy bowl of chicken, citrus, chickpeas, and herbs. Add a wholesome grain like farro, and you have a hearty soup dish. It might not be backed with science, but there’s something about these ingredients that feel like they can cure any ailment. This lemony chicken …
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I was actually very surprised at how much I liked this recipe. When it comes to pancakes, I tend to stick to the tried and true fluffy buttermilk recipe, but I wanted to try something a little different by substituting almond flour for regular flour. It’s a somewhat healthier way to make pancakes, and I’ve …
I have really come to love Thai food. I was never very adventurous when I ordered Thai as takeout, typically opting for the classic Pad Thai dish. While I still love the classic, I’ve tried to become a little more open-minded when it comes to Thai food and have recently experienced some amazing fried rice …
Welcome to 2023, zesters! I don’t know about you, but by the end of last year I was ready for a hard reset. 2022 was one of the best years I’ve had so far, with tons of traveling, lots of friend and family time, and my wedding in France in October. While it was a …
One thing I absolutely love about this season are all the beautiful, colorful fall vegetables that fill the farmer’s market tables. I get so excited when I see freshly dug beets, carrots, sweet potatoes, turnips, etc. and can’t wait to cook up some delicious and cozy recipes. This crispy galette, brimming with root vegetables and …