Tomato soup is one of those childhood comfort foods that can make even the worst day a little bit better. This grown-up version will take your taste buds on that Tuscan summer vacation you have been dreaming of. Its fresh and bright flavors are about as far as you can get from the dull canned classics, and … More Simple Tomato Soup
A couple of weeks ago, I stumbled across a recipe that sounded and looked so much like perfect rainy day comfort food that I just couldn’t resist. And boy am I glad I gave it a try. Not only did it cure me of my completely unfounded fear of risottos, it turned out to be … More Italian Sausage Risotto with Tomatoes and Spinach
Fall has finally arrived in the Bay Area and, while I appreciate the season-appropriate weather, a part of me is finding it very hard to adjust to the colder temperatures (and the fact that it’s pitch black at 5:30 p.m. now. I mean, seriously?). The good news is that this is the perfect time to snuggle … More Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Nowadays, mushrooms are available year-round, but to me, they definitely taste best in fall. Their earthy flavor reminds me of rainy days, long hikes in the woods, and the scent of wet leaves. You can eat them raw in a salad, make mushroom soup, sauté them in garlic butter with some fresh herbs, stuff them, or … More Meatballs and Mushrooms with Cream Sauce
Pasta is one of the most popular dishes ever and it comes in many shapes and forms. Whether it is served in a soup, as a side, as part of a casserole or bake, or as the main star of the dish. Today, making fresh pasta is no longer only for Italian grandmothers and chefs. … More Homemade Fettuccine
Crispy, juicy pulled pork, a sauce made from brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, quick pickled red cabbage, and fresh greens on a pretzel bun. How could it possibly get any better? These sandwiches are a sure crowd-pleaser, and guess what? The meat practically cooks itself, it is that easy. The idea for this sandwich was … More Pretzel Bun Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Monday mornings are not exactly my favorite, but a good breakfast in bed can make any day better. I hadn’t planned on making anything special this morning, much less working on a new recipe, but there is never a bad time for comfort food, so here goes… Pancakes can be an amazing all-time favorite breakfast … More Banana Pancakes
Healthy, delicious, AND beautiful! Red cabbage is a nutritional powerhouse. It’s a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin K, as well as iron, fiber, and potassium, so it’s a great idea to have tasty and easy ways to prepare it. In Germany, red cabbage is most commonly cooked and served warm as a side dish … More Quick Pickled Red Cabbage
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