Recipes
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.
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.
Crispy Garlic Butter Fried Rice
This Crispy Garlic Butter Fried Rice is simple yet packed with flavor! Made with fragrant garlic, butter, and soy sauce, it’s golden and toasty with slightly crispy bits. The best part? It’s made in one pan and customizable with your favorite veggies!
Better-Than-Takeout Orange Chicken
This Better-Than-Takeout Orange Chicken is crispy, tangy, and perfectly sweet with just the right amount of citrusy kick! Made with juicy chicken breast pieces tossed in a homemade orange sauce, it’s the ultimate comfort food that tastes just like your favorite Chinese takeout—except even better.
Creamy Kale & Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Pasta
This creamy kale and sun-dried tomato pasta is the kind of dish that feels fancy but takes almost no effort. It’s garlicky, savory, a little tangy from the sun-dried tomatoes, and rich with cream and parmesan.
Angel Hair with Garlicky Red Sauce & Crispy Pan-Fried Meatballs
This recipe is reminiscent of the weeknight dinners I grew up on — angel hair pasta twirled through jarred red sauce, topped with sizzling pan-fried meatballs, and finished with a snowstorm of grated parmesan.
Smoky Ground Beef Taco Filling
This is the easiest way to make taco night feel extra delicious. We’re skipping the seasoning packet but keeping all the flavor: smoky chipotle, garlic, tomato paste, and warm ground cumin give this beef a rich, bold profile — finished with a little lime for brightness.
Stovetop Mac & Cheese with Sharp Cheddar & Parmesan
This is my take on classic Kraft — rich, creamy, and deeply cheesy — but made with real-deal ingredients and a silky stovetop sauce that comes together in minutes.
Crispy Chicken Cutlet Sandwich with Cheddar & Garlic-Lemon Mayo
This sandwich is a total homage to the chicken cutlet sandwiches my mom used to make — crispy breaded chicken, a slice of cheddar, iceberg lettuce, and mayo on soft sandwich bread. This version keeps the soul of that original but dials up the flavor and texture with just a few thoughtful upgrades.
Toasted Brioche Sloppy Joes with Smoky-Sweet Tomato Sauce
There’s something about Sloppy Joes that hits a core childhood memory — saucy, messy, sweet-savory joy on a bun. This elevated version trades in the canned mix for a rich tomato-balsamic jam, smoky spices, and deeply caramelized ground beef (or mushroom mix!).
Creamy Chipotle Rotini
If you're craving comfort with a little kick, this Creamy Chipotle Rotini has your name all over it. It’s smoky, a little spicy, super creamy—and those pasta spirals hold onto every drop of the sauce like champs. Perfect for when you want something easy and wildly flavorful.
Spiced Chickpea & Sweet Potato Stew
This cozy, one-pot stew is hearty, aromatic, and packed with plant-based protein. The combo of sweet potatoes and chickpeas is magic, especially when simmered with warm spices and a splash of coconut milk. It’s one of those meals that feels like a hug in a bowl.
Spicy Honey Garlic BBQ Shrimp Skewers
Sweet, smoky, garlicky, and just the right amount of spicy! These Spicy Honey Garlic BBQ Shrimp Skewers are bursting with flavor and take less than 30 minutes to make. The shrimp are marinated in a tangy, sticky honey-garlic sauce and grilled to perfection for a juicy, caramelized bite every time.
Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon
There's nothing quite like a perfectly seared salmon fillet, especially when it's smothered in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. This dish is indulgent yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner, but elegant enough to impress guests.
The Sweet & Spicy Crunchwich
Ever had a sandwich that hits every flavor note—sweet, spicy, savory, tangy, and crispy all in one bite? Meet the Sweet & Spicy Crunchwich! This masterpiece features crispy bacon, a sriracha-honey drizzle, crunchy apple slices, and a creamy garlic-lime aioli on buttery toasted sourdough. It's the ultimate balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more!
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry
A healthy, flavor-packed beef stir-fry made with tender steak, crisp broccoli, and a savory Paleo-friendly sauce!
Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Avocado Pesto & Garlic Shrimp
A luscious, creamy avocado pesto draped over roasted spaghetti squash and topped with garlicky shrimp—this Paleo dish is bursting with flavor!
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Veggies
A burst of citrusy garlic flavor on tender chicken, paired with perfectly roasted veggies—this Paleo meal is as nourishing as it is delicious!