Salads & Sides

Authentic Mexican Conchas in Under 4 Hours

These Authentic Mexican Conchas in Under 4 Hours feature a light egg dough similar to brioche, with a hint of orange blossom water and cinnamon. Also known as Pan Dulce, or sweet bread, this traditional Mexican breakfast roll is a delightful start to any day. Don’t let the 4 hour […]

A slice of this Vibrant 1 Hour Turmeric and Golden Raisin Irish Soda Bread reveals a surprising color change brought on by an interaction between the turmeric and other ingredients.

Vibrant 1-Hour Turmeric Raisin Irish Soda Bread

This recipe for Vibrant 1-Hour Turmeric Raisin Irish Soda Bread is a delicious twist on traditional Irish Soda Bread. Golden raisins add a little sweetness, while Turmeric delivers a pop of unexpected color to this bread. To learn more about this unique interaction between turmeric and the alkaline ingredients in […]

Simple Drop Buttermilk Biscuits in 30 minutes

In addition to being buttery and oh, so flavorful, this recipe for Simple Drop Buttermilk Biscuits in 30 Minutes is the perfect small batch recipe that yields 6 biscuits. No worries if you end up needing to make a quick second batch. They come together in under 10 minutes and […]

Easy Creamy Chickpea Pasta Salad in 30 Minutes

There are so many lovely flavors and textures going on in this Easy Creamy Chickpea Pasta Salad in 30 Minutes. Al dente pasta, sweet yellow bell peppers, refreshingly crisp celery, red onions, fresh dill, lemon and chickpeas are gently tossed in a bright, creamy dressing. This toothsome salad is a […]

A bowl of these delicious and Easy Black Beans de la Olla in Under 1 Hour is topped with fresh onion and cilantro.

Easy Black Beans de la Olla in Under 1 Hour

This recipe for Easy Black Beans de la Olla in Under 1 Hour is my go-to recipe any time I want a simple and delicious dinner. Mexican style black beans are simmered with onions, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers and cilantro in a flavorful beef broth. This simple pot bean recipe can be […]

A salad of fresh greens, oranges, pomegranate arils, red onion, goat cheese crumbles and almonds is topped with this Delicious 3-Minute Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Delicious 3-Minute Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Fall in love with salad again with this Delicious 3-Minute Pomegranate Vinaigrette. This bright salad dressing contains pomegranate juice, white balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, peanut and grape seed oil and a touch of Dijon mustard and dried tarragon. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste and the next […]

A flight of Easy Sweet and Savory Compound Butter 4 Ways sits upona serving board. From right to left, a scoop of Rum Raisin, Spiced Orange Cranberry, Lemon Dill and Garlic Herb compound butters sit ready. No more boring roll and butter.

Easy Sweet and Savory Compound Butter 4 Ways

Level up your holiday rolls and butter game with this recipe for Easy Sweet and Savory Compound Butter 4 Ways. Rum Raisin, Spiced Orange Cranberry, Garlic Herb and Lemon Dill are the four delicious and easy compound butter ideas shared here, but once you have the basics down, you can […]

Easy as 1-2-3 Soft Herb Rolls

These Easy as 1-2-3 Soft Herb Rolls are soft, light and packed with fresh herb flavor. In this recipe, I use fresh Thyme and Rosemary, but you can mix it up by using any combination of fresh herbs. In their petite form, they are sized perfectly as a slider bun […]

A shaved steak sandwich on a french roll is generously topped with this Simple Sweet and Spicy 15-Minute Giardiniera

Simple Sweet and Spicy 15-Minute Giardiniera

This Simple Sweet and Spicy 15-Minute Giardiniera recipe is packed with onions, peppers, fennel, olives, garlic and herbs – making it a great topping for sandwiches. But honestly they’re so delicious, you might find yourself snacking on them straight out of the jar. So, the fact that you can whip […]

A closeup shot of an English Muffin generously topped with a spoonful of this Easy Strawberry Basil Jam in 15 Minutes. Pieces of strawberry and minced basil shine through.

Easy Strawberry Basil Jam in 15 Minutes

Nothing captures the flavor of summer like this recipe for Easy Strawberry Basil Jam in 15 Minutes. This recipe can be made with either lemon juice or white balsamic vinegar for a bright and sophisticated twist on a classic. And although I love making this recipe when fresh strawberries are […]