Baked salmon fillet begs for bold, fresh flavors. Use these simple steps to add lemon, dill and roasted tomatoes to yours. Bake it all up on a sheet pan and it's ready in less than 30 minutes. ...
Main Dishes
Real food main dishes and dinners can feel like the hardest part of your weeknight routine but don't worry. Make classic stuffed peppers the night before, fry up a big batch of crispy fried chicken tenders for salads, or double up your next never-greasy brown sugar glazed meatloaf for the freezer. You'll always have a great dinner on hand.
How to broil skirt or flank steak
Learn how to broil skirt steak and flank steak that stays juicy and tender from oven to table and is ready in 15 minutes or less. It's one of my secrets to really fast dinners everyone loves! Use this basic salt, pepper, and olive oil version to get yourself started, then feel free to throw in marinades, seasonings and whatever flavors you enjoy. ...
How to Roast a Chicken in the Oven (Simple Spatchcock Method)
If learning how to roast a chicken in the oven has felt overwhelming--get ready for a big confidence boost. This recipe is super easy, takes about an hour from start to finish, and results in juicy, delicious, tender meat without a lot of hoops to jump through or fancy ingredients to keep on hand. ...
Easy grilled fish tacos with chunky avocado cream
Easy grilled fish tacos are a staple in our house year round. It took some time for me to find just the right affordable but delicious fish to feed all four of us and develop a recipe that wasn't too labor intensive. But by golly we've got it and now my secrets are yours. Dig in! ...
Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is a classic breakfast, brunch or easy dinner filled with gooey cheese, salty bacon, sautéed onions and a delicious rich egg custard you'll want to serve anytime you get a chance. Get all the easy tips and tricks right here! ...
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast with Salt Brine and Sage
Making your own juicy, oven roasted turkey breast that doesn't make you choke or look for the gravy to hide the dryness--is it possible? It is. Discover how a simple dry salt brine, some herbs and a few minutes in the oven transform one of the most notoriously powdery meats in to something better. ...
Greek Stuffed Peppers with Chicken and Orzo
Greek stuffed peppers are a nice change from the classic rice and ground beef version we usually eat in the south. Dive in to tender chicken, tangy olives, and feta cheese topped off with fresh herbs. It's a light dinner that's special enough for guests or a regular night at home. ...
Homemade Pimento Cheese (without cream cheese)
Homemade pimento cheese doesn't have to come from a plastic container at the grocery store. Demystify this southern classic and make a perfectly creamy version you'll be proud to serve and even happier to eat. ...
Old Bay Shrimp Boil Packets
Old Bay shrimp boil packets take away all the fuss of a big pot of simmering water (unless you have time for that) and lets you enjoy the same flavors in a smaller, personalized way. Throw these on the grill, and they are buttery, sizzling and ready to dig in to in under 20 minutes. ...
How to make baby back ribs on the grill
Baby back ribs on the grill are a specialty of summer--and something every rib lover wants to have on their table when they get a chance. My version takes a nod from the way my mom used to tenderize them and makes grilling a snap--get all the finger licking secrets here. There's nothing like the smell of baby back ribs on the grill. Well really, I like just about anything on the grill or ...