Pistachio Tiramisu

Pistachio is one of my favorite flavors ever. Pistachio is HUGE in Italy, which is also my favorite. The people, the culture, the atmosphere, THE FOOD. I also love tiramisu (you can find my original recipe here ) but I knew I had to recreate this pistachio version I had in Rome. There’s a place in Rome […]

Easy Chicken Tacos

This is absolutely one of my favorite weeknight taco dishes. Taco Tuesday is a favorite around here and this recipe is one of our go-to tacos. These ground chicken tacos are smothered in an avocado cilantro cream sauce and is just absolutely delicious. Ingredients Tacos 2 tablespoons olive oil + more from frying 1 pound […]

Orange Monkey Bread

I have eaten this orange vanilla monkey bread more times than I am proud of during this quarantine. It is a good thing too, because I have had plenty of help eating this bad boy. The kids and Aric love this monkey bread, as well. This recipe is beyond easy and a great dish to […]

Chocolate Chip Layer Cake with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

This year’s birthday cake was this beauty of a chocolate chip three-layered cake. Some of the best cakes with the most moist and soft crumbs come from a boxed cake mix as the base. Don’t believe me? Try it for yourself! Ingredients Chocolate Chip Cake vegetable oil spray, for misting pans flour, for dusting pans […]

Chicken Katsu Bowls

Chicken katsu or torikatsu is a Japanese fried chicken dish where it is coated in panko breadcrumbs. This is one of my favorite crispy Asian chicken meals. Paired with a spicy mayo sauce, DELISH! Ingredients Chicken + Sauce 2/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons grated ginger 2 […]

One-Skillet Green Chile Stuffed Chicken

Y’all, this one-skillet cheesy stuffed chicken that is smothered in green chiles, is absolutely probably my favorite thing on the planet. Easy, delicious, and the right amount of spicy, this chicken dish is so easy and perfect! Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 4 slices pepperjack cheese 3 jalapenos, […]

Copycat Girl Scouts Thin Mints

Are you sad that the Girl Scout cookie season is over? Well, don’t fret. Make these super duper delicious thin mint cookies. And dare I say, they’re even better than the originals? Try them for yourself. Ingredients Cookies 3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon […]

Pasta Alla Vodka

This is probably one of my favorite pasta dishes on earth. The oil mixture with roasted shallots, garlic, and tomatoes is absolutely delicious. Any short cut pasta will work, but I made it fancy with a multicolor arcobaleno pasta. Of course, you can always substitute the vodka with vegetable broth, if desired. Ingredients 1/4 cup […]

Sheet Pan Apricot Chicken

This sheet pan apricot chicken is the perfect weeknight meal. The chicken is tangy, sweet, salty, and sticky. It is one of our favorites and can be on the table in about 30 minutes! Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch cubes 1 egg, whisked 3-4 tablespoons all-purpose flour salt & pepper 1 tablespoon […]

Pear & Walnut Arugula Salad

This is one of my favorite salads ever. The sweetness from the pear slices and pomegranate arils goes perfectly with the peppery arugula and the zip of the apple cider vinegar. You have got to try it! Ingredients Walnut Vinaigrette 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup walnut oil 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil […]