Rainbow Swiss chard is such a beautiful vegetable that adds a delightful splash of color to your plate. I love this slightly sweet and mildly bitter leafy green, which tastes similar to beet greens and spinach. I have combined this with my favorite grilled fish for a meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make. Pair this with your favorite white wine for a romantic dinner or patio party.
Chicken and Cheese Ravioli
Homemade pasta is one of my favorite things to eat, and it is surprisingly simple to make. Many restaurants have gotten away from the art of making dough by hand and our culture has become accustom to the taste of store-bought pasta. I savor the practice of making pasta by hand, and it has become a favorite stay-home, date-night activity for me and my husband.
Strawberry and Brie Toast
This appetizer features one of my favorite fruits in a savory fashion, using olive oil and red wine vinegar to compliment the sweet berries. This recipe is easy and elegant for entertaining. It is a perfect dish for a Champaign brunch, or go ahead and make it a meal on a busy weeknight by pairing it with a simple salad.
Pantry Pasta
We all have those busy nights when the fridge is sparse and we don’t have time to pick up fresh ingredients for dinner. My Pantry Pasta dish is the perfect meal to make during those moments. It takes less than 15 minutes to prepare, giving you more time to relax at the end of the day.
Grilled Pineapple, Ham and Arugula Pizza
This pizza is the perfect use for leftover ham, and if you smoke your ham it is even better. The combination of salty ham with caramelized pineapple from the grill and spicy arugula is a new take on this Hawaiian classic. Grilling the thin pizza dough creates a crispy crust that is similar to a flatbread.
Grilled Tilapia and Field Pea Succotash
Growing up in the south, field peas were a staple in our house and they will always be one of my favorite vegetables. This dish brings back childhood memories of family potlucks with tables full of farm-fresh vegetables for supper and homemade pies for dessert. We might have had fried catfish with our field peas back then, but I’ve lighted things up with my Grilled Tilapia and Field Pea Succotash recipe.
Cabbage and Egg Fiesta Bowl
Cabbage and egg sound like an odd combination, but trust me on this one. This dynamic duo is unbelievably delicious with an added taste of Mexico that will make you want to turn on the Mariachi music. For a real south of the border experience, pair this breakfast dish with Mexican spiced coffee.
Sweet and Spicy Fruit Salad
The inspiration for this recipe came from a strawberry jalapeño jam, which is my new food obsession. The combination of sweet strawberries with a slight peppery heat is a perfect pairing that will delight your taste buds. I added a little citrus to my new favorite duo for a unique take on fruit salad that’s tangy, sweet and spicy all in one bite.
Grilled Thai Chicken Pizza
Say hello to spring with grilled pizza! This technique takes homemade pizza pie to the next level, giving you a restaurant-quality meal at home. The thin and crispy grilled crust is similar to a flatbread and cooks so quickly it’s a great meal for busy nights or laid back evenings, giving you more time to relax after enjoying your delicious meal.
Roasted Winter Vegetable Pizza
Say goodbye to winter with roasted seasonal vegetables on top of a thin crust pizza. At the end of the season, I love to eat my favorite vegetables and wear my favorite outfits before the next season arrives. I have enjoyed some delicious local sweet potatoes and kale over the past few months and this meal is all about two of my two favorite winter vegetables. Turnips, leeks, thyme and sorghum compliment the sweet potato and kale, creating an earthy pizza pie with the perfect sweet and savory combination.
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans and Greens
Pinto beans and sautéed greens are two of my favorite southern sides, and they also make a great combination in this easy, no-fuss meal. This is a bowl of comfort food that will provide warmth on a cold winter night. Add a hot skillet of cornbread, just like your grandmother made, and you have a delicious meal that’s worth writing home about.
Sweet Piquante Pepper Cheese Spread
This spread is a unique take on pimento and cheese made with piquante peppers, which give it a sweet heat kick. These cherry tomato shaped peppers are often labeled under the brand name Peppadew® and are commonly found in the olive bar section of grocery stores.
