50 recipes
mainsServing salmon alongside steak isn’t the most traditional approach for a dinner like this — but it’s the part of the menu that made the table feel more complete. Rory’s original menu offers a choice between the two. For this dinner, I served both. It shifts the experience entirely. Instead of choosing one main, guests Continue Reading…
mainsThis was the centerpiece of the menu — and the part that felt most in line with what you’d expect from a Champions Dinner. Classic, elevated, and a little indulgent. On Rory McIlroy’s original menu, this is paired with seafood as a choice. For this dinner, I chose to serve both filet and salmon together, Continue Reading…
mainsThis was originally meant to be a pork tenderloin. Something quick, classic, and easy to serve for a spring dinner party. But when I got to the store, that’s not what was available — so I adjusted. And honestly, I’m glad I did. This roasted pork butt turned into something a little more relaxed, a Continue Reading…
mainsBone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are one of the ingredients I return to again and again when I’m hosting. They’re forgiving, flavorful and can feel elevated without much effort. And when paired with lemon, shallots, and a simple white wine pan sauce, they become the kind of main course that anchors an entire dinner party menu. Continue Reading…
mainsA little salty, a little sweet, a lot of flavor. There’s something about this dish that just feels right for a cozy dinner. It’s casual enough for a weeknight but flavorful and elegant enough to serve when you’re hosting. The pan sauce is rich and silky with miso, orange juice, and just the right amount Continue Reading…
mainsLet’s start this by saying, this isn’t the prettiest thing I’ve made. You’re seeing the second go of this recipe – the first time it was perfect. And it was pretty. I almost wasn’t going to share this because this turkey breast wasn’t as pretty as the first one – but hey. Let’s learn from Continue Reading…
appetizersIf you guys have been following for a while, you know I love me a meatball! I made a batch of Cincinnati Chili a few weeks ago – had a random craving, thanks #pregnancy, and then thought, hey maybe this would be a good meatball. I was right. And if this is sacrilegious to you, Continue Reading…
lunchI love when colder weather starts to set it and everything in the kitchen shifts to warmer spices and cozy dishes. This dish is definitely a new favorite cozy-comfort-go-to! Seriously…it’s vegetarian and even my husband liked it. That’s a *big* win! First, you’ll melt some butter with fresh sage leaves and smashed garlic cloves. It Continue Reading…
lunchThe idea for this recipe has been kicking around in my head for at least two years – I wish I had made it sooner! This one is definitely going to be in our rotation in the fall. The brats are savory and the touch of cheddar was the perfect combination with the nearly-caramelized onions Continue Reading…
appetizersHoly southwestern kick, eh? I’ve really been in a put-cumin-and-lime-on-everything. Sorry….? Not really. This is real life what we’ve been eating around here. I’ve been cooking so much more than usual, which has been a ton of fun for me. I’ve been overflowing with creativity and recipes are just coming to me, so I can’t Continue Reading…
appetizersHave you guys been ordering your groceries since we’ve been quarantined? Or just, in general ordering groceries? Then you know the whole, put this in my cart and pray this is what actually comes, right? So, these southwestern won tons were really supposed to be southwestern egg rolls. I ordered the egg roll wrappers, but Continue Reading…
lunchHave you noticed yet how into spicy, Mexican, southwestern inspired dishes I am right now? I’ve got even more coming! I’m trying to space them out for you, but really, I need to tell you about this pulled adobo chicken I’ve been making! So far, we’ve had this chicken on its own, on sliders, in Continue Reading…
lunchIf you can’t tell by now, we are totally feeling the panzanella lately! Last week, it was the salmon panzanella, this week, BLT’s! These are kicked up a notch with candied bacon and I used rye bread for the croutons. Let me tell you. That rye bread is killer in this salad! Candied bacon is Continue Reading…
mainsGuys. I live for a great meatball recipe and this one is, by far, my #1 favorite I’ve created. I love Mexican dishes, but my husband isn’t so crazy about Mexican food. I made these and he loved them so much he asked me to make them again already – so that’s really saying a Continue Reading…
breakfast-brunchAnytime I make a Panzanella salad I always wonder why I don’t make them more. This salad was no exception – the salmon came out perfectly and it was a fun weeknight dinner. I’ve been trying to make our weeknight dinners more interesting during quarantine and this one is definitely one we’ll be having again Continue Reading…
appetizersThis one is fondly known around here as the “pizza salad.” All of the spices combine together and kind of, sort of, if you close your eyes, taste a little bit like pizza. Listen, when you’re trying to lighten up a few meals, this one is a good choice – the flavors hit the spot Continue Reading…
appetizersI think if I had to choose one food to eat for the rest of my life it would be pizza! The best thing about these pizzas, besides being utterly delicious is that you can have them ready faster than you can order delivery. There are three keys to making the perfect pizzas at home Continue Reading…
lunchAnyone else keep putting on jeans just to keep themselves in check during quarantine? I’m finding myself reaching for comforting food, and definitely baking more than usual, so we are trying to reign it in a little over the next few weeks. These chicken tostadas are so quick and easy. You can 100% customize them, Continue Reading…
appetizersLove a long recipe title, no? So I saw a picture of Bon Appetit’s onion tart floating around and eyeballing it, felt inspired to make my own. I didn’t actually read their recipe, so if you’ve made it, tell me if this is similar! I always have onions on hand, but I had some extra Continue Reading…
mainsWeeknights are really all about a quick recipe, aren’t they? One way I’ve been trying to distinguish between the weekdays and weekends during quarantine (’cause they all just run together, eh?) is by not cooking too many project recipes during the week. I’ve always saved fancier, more complicated dishes for entertaining people or for just Continue Reading…
mainsPregnancy has been doing some interesting things to our weeknight dinner routine. For one, I’m super picky and I’ve never, ever been a picky eater. There are things I’ll have on repeat, to hubby’s chagrin, every single week, multiple times per week. PLUS most days I have 0 energy to actually make a nice dinner Continue Reading…
breakfast-brunchEarlier this month, we went to Nashville for hubby’s 40th/CMA Fest. We had so much fun and also ate our weight in fried chicken. Let me tell you. That spicy fried chicken thing they’ve got goin’ on in Music City is to. die. for. I wish fried chicken didn’t have calories, because I’d be making Continue Reading…
breakfast-brunchGuys, I am so into mint and basil chopped up on and in everything (see: herbed turkey meatballs). One of my 2019 Bucket List items was finishing dishes with fresh herbs or lemon/lime, and I’ve been all over it all year, but especially so now that the weather has finally broken. This time of year Continue Reading…
appetizersOh how I love some grilled pizza, year-round, but especially in the summer. On Friday nights, we host a Fire Pit Friday with grilled pizza for all our friends and family. For that, we use the Trader Joe’s crusts, but when it’s just myself and hubby at the pool, we love to use a loaf Continue Reading…
appetizersDinner ready in 30 minutes? Yes, please! I commute pretty far during the week (minimum 1.5 hours on the way home every day) and by the time I get into the kitchen I really don’t want to make something that takes a long time or a lot of effort. A turkey meatball is always a Continue Reading…
appetizersToast-for-dinner is one of my go-tos for nights when I have no time, or get home late, or feel incredibly uninspired. And then, every time we do actually have toast, it always feels like such a little treat! It’s such a simple idea that once you make a few different variations, you’ll have them in Continue Reading…
breakfast-brunchIf life is all about balance, what better dish than fried chicken and waffles? A little sweet, a little savory. Chicken is protein, so that’s healthy, right?! Balance, guys, balance. For this go, I opted for cheddar and chive waffles and WOW. They. were. great! Cheddar and chive waffles are one of my favorites, and Continue Reading…
appetizersDon’t you find it so absolutely easy to fall into a salad rut? Especially if it’s something you have basically every day for lunch. How many times can you have chicken + lettuce + some kind of veg? Too many! So, I’m working in these cobb salads to help shake things up a bit. Plus, Continue Reading…
appetizersIf you don’t like grilled cheese, I’m really not sure we can be friends! Okay, maybe we can, I’ll take it under consideration. But guys. You’ve gotta try this grilled ricotta cheese! The ricotta is so creamy, and a little salty. The bread has the best crunch. A little basil whipped into the ricotta and dropped Continue Reading…
appetizersI can’t tell you how many times I’m at the gym, or in the shower, or driving or shopping or see an ingredient at the market and come up with some random idea I scribble in a notebook or drop in the notepad on my phone. These are one of those ideas that kept coming Continue Reading…
mainsThere are so many reasons I love warmer weather, but for sure I love the change of food. The things that are in season and the foods we start to crave as the temperatures rise changes so much, doesn’t it? There are two things that feel like the true start of the warmer months to Continue Reading…
mainsOh, y’all. If you’ve never had posole, you’ve gotta make this posole recipe with chilis and pork ribs! I will be making chili a whole lot less now that I know how to make posole. It’s like a chili in terms of flavor and like a bowl of ramen in terms of toppings, and if Continue Reading…
appetizersThis year, we’re not doing the whole taco bar thing. In fact, there are. no. tacos. on this year’s cinco de mayo menu! But, there are steak quesadillas! I’ll be honest with you – when I was thinking about the menu and I put steak quesadillas on, I thought, “Hailey, nobody needs a recipe for Continue Reading…
mainsGuys! I forgot to share this recipe a few weeks ago when blood oranges were in season (read: were my obsession). With or without them, this citrus roasted salmon with jalapenos is hands down my new go-to recipe for roasted salmon. There’s so much flavor you can totally make it for dinner guests, but also Continue Reading…
mainsWhat comes to mind when you think of an Easter main dish? I was honestly st-rug-gl-ing with this year’s menu because I thought lamb (did that last year) or ham. And I don’t like ham (only in a croque monsieur, and only in a croque in Paris). So, I thought, let’s dress up some pork Continue Reading…
breakfast-brunchI think it’s important to have a few reliable go-to recipes you can make for any meal of the day, from breakfast to brunch to dinner or a snack. You all already know how much I love a you-do-you-boo recipe, and this is definitely one of those. A Shahshuka is easy, simple, quick and totally Continue Reading…
lunchSometimes, things just don’t go as planned. Sometimes, you just gotta roll with it and adjust and make it work. So this mac ‘n cheese was supposed to have lobster and I couldn’t get my hands on tails, so, here we are with shrimp mac ‘n cheese. But not just any shrimp. The Argentinian shrimp Continue Reading…
lunchFor some reason, when I think about dinner I rarely consider salads. I think I have this idea in my head that when I’m making dinner for my husband it has to be a “thing” and a salad isn’t a “thing.” I usually think of it as needing to make a protein and a vegetable Continue Reading…
mainsYou need to know something about me as we start talking about how to make this corned beef brisket. I do not like corned beef brisket! Blasphemy, I know. But. Then I made this corned beef brisket and I’m into it. This recipe actually happened by accident – well, kind of. I wanted to braise a Continue Reading…
mainsOh guys, I really do love chicken pot pie’s rustic little sister. Or big sister. Or cousin. Whatever. I’m v much into the shepherd’s pie this year! And how fitting it is for a St. Paddy’s celebration. To really develop the flavors in the beef and the saucey filling, I slow cooked the chuck steak Continue Reading…
mainsSince we first were married, this crusted hummus chicken recipe has been on of my go-to weeknight meals. It’s satisfying, quick when you use a thin chicken breast, and feels like you actually took some effort to get dinner on the table. And I say this wanting you to know that most weeknights in our Continue Reading…
mainsI hope you are all ready to have to make these shrimp po boys on repeat! Seriously, they were such. a. hit. My husband doesn’t like when I put “salad” on a sandwich – ya know, lettuce, tomato, sometimes onion, the stuff that makes them taste really good. But this sandwich, he couldn’t wait until Continue Reading…
mainsJambalaya is one of those delicious, stick-to-your-ribs, keep you all warm and cozy, one-pot wonders. A solid jambalaya recipe is always good to have in your back pocket! And really, what’s a mardi gras celebration without jambalaya?! My husband and I have football season tickets (to the New York Giants; I know, they’re terrible) and usually Continue Reading…
appetizersThere’s something so simple-yet-elegant about a pot of mussels. A few summers ago, hubby and I went to dinner with friends at Madame Claude’s in Jersey City. We sat outside with some wine, and pots of mussels, and simple fries and crusty bread for dipping, and it was just heavenly. This girl became an instant Continue Reading…
appetizersBefore this attempt, I had only tried to make French Onion Soup – soupe l’oignon – once. It’s my favorite soup, so you’d think after failing, miserably, once I’d try to make it again. So finally I did! I’m so happy my first failed attempt didn’t haunt me my entire life. Our trip to Paris felt like Continue Reading…
mainsIt took me forever to have pulled pork for the first time – as in, I’m pretty sure I was 27 or 28 by the time I took my first bite of a pulled pork sandwich. It really was love at first bite, as they say, and from that point on I’ve been a pulled pork Continue Reading…
appetizersI’ve been working on our menu for the big game for a few weeks now, and when I asked my husband what he thought I should make, “stromboli!” was the first thing he said. Exclamation point included. I think secretly stromboli might just be his favorite food. I thought it was a great idea since Continue Reading…
mainsI can’t pinpoint the exact date or even year I had risotto for the first time, but I remember the restaurant – Janice’s Bistro. I think it had scallops. It was a revelation. It was creamy, soft, hot, cheesy and a flavor I can remember so distinctly every time I think of that first time Continue Reading…
mainsOh how I love bone-in-skin-on chicken leg quarters. Talk about flavor. And when you serve them up with roasted garlic and some crusty bread? Perfection. You could certainly skip the whole cranberry thing, but I do like the tartness of the cranberries in the dish. They add an extra step, but you can certainly prep them Continue Reading…
mainsSo, I have a thing for individually-made anything. Also, I really couldn’t think of one main dish that we always have for Christmas. Turkey? Ham? As I’m over here still trying to think about what the heck our Christmas dinner traditions were growing up, I’m going to tell you all about these butter herb roasted Continue Reading…
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