Ingredients: 6 cups cubed, seedless watermelon (aim for the ripest you can find) 1/2 cup water Juice of 1-2 limes (depending on your preference) 2-4 tablespoons sugar, honey, or agave nectar (adjust to taste) Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional) Lime wedges, for garnish (optional) Instructions Blend: Combine the watermelon cubes, water, and lime juice […]
Secret Ingredient Rosé Sangria Recipe
Yields: About 6 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes + chilling time Ingredients Rosé Wine: 1 bottle (750ml) of your favorite dry rosé Brandy: 1/2 cup Fruit: 1 orange, sliced into thin wheels 1 lemon, sliced into thin wheels 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved 1 cup raspberries Orange Liqueur: 1/4 cup (like Cointreau or Grand […]
Whipped Bleu Cheese Bites Recipe
Yields: 12-14 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: Whipped Bleu Cheese Dip: 4 ounces bleu cheese crumbles (about 1/2 cup) 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (1/3-fat is fine) 1 tablespoon white vinegar 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Pinch of freshly ground black pepper 2-4 tablespoons milk (or more as needed) […]
Caramel Cold Foam Recipe
Ingredients: ½ cup heavy cream (or heavy whipping cream) ¼ cup milk (whole milk is best for froth, but 2% or plant-based alternatives work too) 2-3 tablespoons caramel syrup or sauce Pinch of salt Instructions: Combine: Add the heavy cream, milk, caramel syrup, and salt to a tall glass, mason jar, or a designated frothing […]
Gluten-Free White Queso Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 shallot or 1/2 small onion, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 2 garlic cloves, minced 6 cups (48 ounces) chicken broth 2 cups milk, divided (2% recommended) 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green […]
Chili-Lime Shrimp Bowls Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients For the Shrimp: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Juice of 1 lime For the Mango […]
Thai Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients: Rice: 3 cups cooked Thai jasmine rice (day-old or chilled is best) Protein: 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces) or 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined) Vegetables: 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/4 cup diced carrots, 1/4 cup frozen peas Aromatics: 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled […]
Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Ingredients: For the Korean Beef (Bulgogi): 1 lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin, ribeye, or flank steak work great) 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons grated pear or apple (optional, for tenderizing) 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground black […]
Steak and Sweet Potato Bowls – Fresh and Filling Recipe
Ingredients: For the steak: 1-1.25 lb flank steak, sirloin, or your preferred cut 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat) For the sweet potatoes: 2 medium sweet potatoes, […]
Steak Salad with Shallots, Cherries, Candied Pecans and Goat Cheese Recipe
Yields: 2-4 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: For the salad: 1 pound flank steak, sirloin, or your preferred cut Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 shallots, thinly sliced 5 ounces mixed greens 1/4 cup dried cherries 1/4 cup candied pecans (see below for quick […]