Recipes and Videos
Weeknight Banh Mi
Who said sandwiches can’t be for dinner? The banh mi has been a long time favorite of mine. I wanted to do a quick and delicious version of it and this is exactly that. Give it a try, the meatballs alone are a winner.
Tlyuda
The tlyuda is basically the original Mexican pizza. This is my take on the classic Oaxacan dish and it is so good. I was so pleasantly surprised with how this one turned out and I hope you give it a try.
Greek Chicken Souvlaki
I wanted to make a recipe with a fast and delicious way to make pita bread, so I made a recipe with a fast and delicious way to make pita bread. Combine that with delicious marinated chicken thighs and some fresh toppings and you have yourself a mighty fine meal. Try out this Greek Souvklaki recipe and you will not be disappointed.
Mediterranean Summer Menu
Here are three absolute bangers for your next grill out. We have herby, grilled chicken, a fresh citrus and fennel salad and a pasta salad that will knock your socks off.
Weeknighting: Dan Dan Noodles
These are not by any means authentic dan dan noodles but boy oh boy are they good. imagine the perfect balance of sweet, salty, spicy and umami along with a variety of textures AND it only takes about 25 minutes to come together.
Crunchy Tacos
Whether you call these crunchy tacos, mom tacos, or gringo tacos, they hit the spot in a very special way. These are insanely crunchy and way better than buying pre-fried crunchy taco shells and pre-made taco seasoning. Try this one out for your next Taco Tuesday.
20 Craveable Meals, 1 Hour
In one hour, you can have a whole week’s worth of great meals. These dishes will leave you wanting more. You might like them so much you don’t even make it the full week.
5 Ingredient Mexican: Arroz Con Pollo
If I could choose one meal for the rest of my life it would probably be chicken and rice. I just never get tired of it and it always hits the spot. Arroz con pollo honestly makes me like chicken and rice even more. This was my favorite recipe out of the 5 Ingredient Mexican video and I hope you give it a try.
5 Ingredient Mexican: Enchiladas
I used rotisserie chicken and a very simple sauce to make these 5 ingredient enchiladas. They came out so good and they’re so easy to make.
5 Ingredient Mexican: Mushroom Quesadilla
Toasted, cheesy, melty goodness, and ONLY 5 ingredients. For food this simple, it seems like it is too good to be true. But I can assure you, this is a certified BANGER.
5 Ingredient Mexican: Tostada
Lorn and I used to be on a very tight budget. We ate Tostadas at least 3 times a week. This is an even more somplified version of what we used to eat and it tastes just as good. This is great for people who need sustenance, are on a budget and don’t have a whole lot of time.
Italian Wedding & Minestrone Mashup Soup
Imagine a marriage between two classic Italian soups: minestrone and Italian wedding soup. This delightful hybrid combines the hearty goodness of minestrone with the savory meatballs and delicate greens of Italian wedding soup. You'll experience flavors that will warm your soul and leave you craving another bowl.
Budget Pad Woon Sen
Pad woon sen is like a Thai stir-fry noodle dish, but lighter and more delicate. It's made with glass noodles and veggies, all cooked up in a flavorful sauce. It's quick, tasty, and perfect for when you're craving something comforting yet not too heavy.
Keema Curry
Keema curry is a delicious Indian dish. I cooked mine with ground beef. It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for soaking into rice. Whether you're a fan of Indian cuisine or looking to try something new, keema curry is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Miso Glazed Salmon with Corn & Asparagus Succotash
Hands down, this is my favorite dish out of the sheet pan meals video. I make this at least once a month now. I hope you like it as much as I do.
Sheet Pan Sweet Potato Alloo Gobi
Sweet potatoes and rice is a great meal for anyone trying to cut back on door dash and potato chips, or just someone who wants to eat healthy, delicious food. Try out these sheet-an sweet potatoes and veggies next time you wanna cook something quick and healthy.
Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables
A quick easy sheet pan meal is perfect for those days when you get off work after a long day and don’t feel like cooking anything too labor intensive. This dish will quickly find its way onto your weekly rotation.
Shrimp Cocktail
Shrimp cocktail is THE party appetizer. Most people grab it pre-made and arranged from the store, which is fine, but this will have everyone’s jaw. This recipe brings shrimp cocktail from a ten out of ten to a one thousand out of ten.
Brown Butter Sage Pasta
One of the first pastas I learned how to make when I started cooking was a brown butter, sage and squash pasta. I was smitten. The nuttiness of the brown butter binds perfectly with the fried sage, roasted squash and parmesan cheese to make a pasta so delicious, it will have you making it every night.
20 Healthy Meals for $30
Back when I was a cook in Chicago, I had to figure out the best way to stretch my dollar as far as it would go. In this five part recipe, I show you how I ate like a king on as little money as possible AND with little hassle.