Recipes
Bitter Orchard
This easy mocktail combines Ghia Original Apéritif with sparkling apple juice and a splash of lemon to cut the sweetness. It’s crisp, refreshing, and tastes like what you'd sip at a picnic in a field somewhere near a modern sculpture park.
Sunset Slouch
Juicy peach meets Ghia’s signature citrusy bite in this no-fuss summer mocktail that’s made for golden hour. All you need is ripe fruit, a splash of lemon, and sparkling water — it’s fresh, fizzy, and just bitter enough to slow you down in the best way.
Cheesy Tex-Mex Chicken Skillet
This cheesy enchilada skillet is everything I want in a weeknight dinner: hearty, a little spicy, and unapologetically cheesy—with zero fuss and only one pan to clean. Ground chicken keeps things light but flavorful, and it all comes together in a bubbling skillet of enchilada sauce, veggies, beans, and melty cheese. It’s the kind of dish that disappears fast… especially when served with tortilla chips.
Italian Sausages with Peppers, Onions & Garlic Tomato Pan Sauce
This is one of those easy meals that feels like it came straight off a trattoria lunch menu. Whole Italian sausages, beautifully browned (with bonus grill marks if you’ve got a grill pan), simmered in a rustic mix of sweet bell peppers, onions, and a garlicky tomato glaze. Whether you serve it over polenta, pasta, or just with a hunk of bread, it’s pure cozy goodness.
Steak & Eggs, Philly Style: Ribeye Omelette with Peppers, Onions & Provolone
This is my absolute favorite kind of breakfast: bold, beefy, and completely satisfying. Imagine a hot skillet of juicy ribeye, sautéed peppers, sweet onions, and melty provolone all wrapped in a fluffy omelet. It’s like steak and eggs had a cheesesteak baby—and honestly, it might ruin regular omelets for you forever.
Cozy Garden Vegetable Soup
This garden vegetable soup is my go-to reset button. Whether you're feeling under the weather or just need something gentle and grounding, this one delivers all the comfort without the heaviness. It’s full of vibrant veggies, simmered in a garlicky, herby broth that’s soothing and satisfying.
Applesauce Oatmeal Bake
When you're not feeling 100%, this applesauce oatmeal bake is the kind of recipe that does the thinking for you. It’s soft, spiced, and warm, with just the right amount of natural sweetness from applesauce and maple syrup. Stir everything in one bowl, pour it into a baking dish, and pop it in the oven. That’s it.
Get Well Soon Chicken Noodle Soup
There’s something magical about chicken noodle soup when you’re under the weather. This version is soothing and full of flavor, but simple enough to make even if you’re feeling foggy. Whether you're curled up on the couch or just craving something warm and nourishing, this bowl is here to help you feel a little more like yourself.
Miso-Honey Salmon with Chili Crisp Butter Noodles
Sweet, savory, and spicy — this Miso-Honey Salmon over Chili Crisp Butter Noodles is a great weeknight treat. The salmon is glazed with a rich, caramelized miso-honey sauce that gets sticky and golden in the oven, then served over silky noodles tossed in brown butter and chili crisp.
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with Honey Glaze
These fluffy, bright muffins are bursting with fresh lemon flavor, have that delightful crunch from poppy seeds, and get a dreamy honey glaze drizzle on top. Perfect with coffee, tea, or as a sweet little snack throughout the day.
Ruby Roots Spritz
This bright, bitter-forward mocktail stars Ghia’s Original Apéritif, one of my favorite non-alcoholic spirits to keep on hand. Paired with pomegranate, lemon, and a splash of gingery fizz, this one’s bold, refreshing, and surprisingly easy to shake up.
Cilantro Lime Rice
This copycat cilantro lime rice tastes just like Chipotle's—maybe even better. It's fluffy, fresh, zippy, and goes with everything from burrito bowls to dal to grilled veggies. If you're building a flavor-packed meal at home, this rice is your not-so-secret weapon.
Cozy Weeknight Chana Masala
Chana Masala is one of those dishes that somehow manages to be hearty, healthy, and deeply satisfying all at once. This version is perfect for weeknights when you're craving something warm and cozy with just the right amount of spice. Bonus: it's naturally vegan, high-protein, and made almost entirely with pantry staples!
Sheet Pan Kielbasa with Peppers, Onions & Pierogi
This dish brings alllll the Eastern European comfort vibes — smoky kielbasa, sweet roasted peppers and onions (from frozen, no chopping!), and pillowy pierogi that crisp up in the oven. It’s warm, filling, and a total potato glow-up if you’re tired of the same old roasted spuds.
One-Pan Cheesy Beef & Shells Skillet
This is recipe is beefy, cheesy, saucy, and packed with flavor. It’s like Hamburger Helper, but way better (and without all the mystery ingredients). Everything cooks in one pan, including the pasta, and it comes together in under 30 minutes.
One-Pan Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Baby Potatoes
This is one of those “how is this so good with so little effort?” meals. You toss everything on one sheet pan, let it roast, and 30 minutes later you’ve got juicy pork chops with crispy-edged potatoes and a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze that brings it all together. No chopping. No marinating. No standing over the stove.
Baked Gnocchi with Marinara & Mozzarella
If you're craving something cheesy, saucy, and soul-soothing but can’t be bothered with a single pot of boiling water — this one’s for you. Just toss gnocchi, sauce, and cheese into a baking dish and let the oven work its magic. No chopping, no boiling, no stress.
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Spinach
This recipe is proof that rich, creamy comfort food doesn’t have to mean standing over a stove. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it work its magic — no chopping, no stress, just wildly good chicken in a velvety sauce that tastes like it came from a trattoria in Florence.
One-Pan Tomato Braised Chicken Thighs with White Beans
This is the kind of dinner you throw together when you want something hearty and soul-soothing but barely have the energy to open the fridge. Everything goes into the pan, no chopping necessary, and the result is a bubbling, saucy masterpiece that tastes like you slow-cooked it all day.
One-Pan Honey Garlic Salmon & Asparagus
If you’re looking for a dinner that’s fast, healthy, and feels like something special — this is the one. The honey garlic glaze caramelizes over the salmon while the asparagus roasts until perfectly tender. It’s a full meal with no chopping, no pans to scrub, and no excuses to order takeout.