Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus brining time) Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients For the brine 1 quart buttermilk 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) For the chicken 1 whole chicken (3-4 pounds), cut into pieces, or your preferred mix of bone-in, skin-on […]
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe
Ingredients 1.5 – 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs: Aim for about 6-8 thighs in total. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional) Instructions 1. Preheat oven & prep pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F […]
Classic Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey: The base spirit is key. Choose a quality bourbon (sweeter) or rye (spicier) based on your preference. 1 sugar cube (or ½ teaspoon granulated sugar): A touch of sweetness is essential. 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters: Adds depth and complexity. Orange peel: For garnish and aromatic expression. Maraschino cherry […]
Green Smoothie Breakfast Drink Recipe
Yields: 1-2 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Greens 2 cups packed spinach or kale (or a mix) Fruit 1 frozen banana (provides sweetness and creaminess) 1/2 cup frozen mango or pineapple (or a mix of berries) Liquid 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, or water Boosters (optional) 1 tablespoon nut butter […]
Berry Blast Breakfast Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients Fruit Base 1 cup mixed frozen berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries) 1/2 cup frozen or fresh banana (adds creaminess) Liquid 1 cup milk of your choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc.) 1/2 cup yogurt (plain or vanilla, Greek or regular) Flavor Boosters (Optional) 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for sweetness) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract […]
Sweet Corn with Maple Bourbon Brown Butter and Bacon Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 4 slices thick-cut maple bacon, chopped 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 4-5 ears sweet corn, kernels cut off cob (or about 4 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed) 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts) 2 tablespoons bourbon 2 tablespoons pure maple […]
Sweet Corn Caprese Salad Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Corn: 3-4 ears fresh sweet corn, shucked Tomatoes: 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (or 2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped) Mozzarella: 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls, or a ball of fresh mozzarella cut into bite-sized pieces Basil: 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped Dressing 3 tablespoons extra […]
20 Minute Chicken Sausage Pasta Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, rotini, or your favorite shape) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound pre-cooked chicken sausage, sliced (about 4 links) 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon […]
Tequila Lime Shrimp and Quinoa Salad Recipe
Yields: 4 Servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients For the Quinoa 1 cup quinoa 1 ¾ cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth) Pinch of salt For the Tequila-Lime Shrimp 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup tequila (silver preferably) Juice of 2 limes 1 tablespoon […]
Taco Chili Recipe
Ingredients Base 1 tbsp olive oil 1 pound ground beef (can substitute ground turkey or chicken) 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped (optional) 3-4 cloves garlic, minced Spices 2-3 tbsp chili powder (adjust for your heat preference) 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional, but adds a nice depth) […]