This is a recipe my family eats nearly every week. I’ve never actually written it down before because it hardly needs one, but with two of my kids living on their own now and cooking more meals for themselves, I’ve been wanting to document even the simplest things lately. I want to give them quick,…
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Easy Ground Turkey Enchiladas
Over the years, these enchiladas have become such a family favorite that they are the number one requested meal from my college-aged daughter every single time she comes home. And if she’s home long enough, she’ll usually request them again as her “going away” meal. Sushi and enchiladas, usually sushi from one of her favorite…
Chili Crab Cakes with Chipotle Aioli
These crab cakes have been in my family for a very long time. I remember my mom entertaining with this dish when I was a teenager – before I, or probably most people, knew what a canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce even was. I have the recipe scribbled on oil-stained notepaper, and it’s old…
Better-for-You Tuna Melt
One of the most comforting meals I can think of is a toasty, warm tuna melt. It’s a diner classic for a reason. Sourdough is always a great choice, but I often like the chance to sneak a little more fiber into my meals, which is why I reach for Ezekiel bread instead. You still…
Korean-inspired Ground Chicken Tacos
Tacos of all kinds are in a regular rotation in our house. If you’ve been here awhile, you know I often refer to them as my favorite food group. In no particular order, I can’t get enough of shrimp tacos, fish tacos, pork carnitas tacos and veggie tacos always have a spot, too. It’s been…
Sweet and Spicy Salmon
I couldn’t love this simple, quick-to-prepare recipe any more. Buttery salmon with a sweet and spicy glaze is always a winner, even for people who claim they don’t love salmon. Somehow the combo of apricot and sriracha makes it irresistible, and it comes together in under 20 minutes. This recipe is easy to adapt with…
Ground Beef Taco Bowl with Roasted Cauliflower
Cauliflower Taco Bowls This is one of those dinners that works for everyone in our family. It’s simple enough to make on a busy weeknight yet wholesome and satisfying enough to leave everyone happy. These Cauliflower Taco Bowls have become a regular in our rotation – quick to pull together, full of flavor, and made…
Egg Roll in a Bowl
This super easy dish is always a hit in my house. It comes together so quickly that I don’t mind making it at the end of a busy day, but it also works well as a make-ahead meal. I like to plan it after a night of fish tacos with slaw or an Asian-inspired salad…
Chicken Fajita Bowl
This chicken fajita recipe is one of my all-time favorites to teach and share. It’s so simple, customizable, and a total hit with all ages. Kids and teens especially love how quickly it comes together – they can hardly believe how flavorful it is with just a few ingredients! I’ve passed this recipe along to…
Chicken and Zucchini Tex Mex Casserole
Late summer casseroles are my jam. Winter casseroles often lean heavy and creamy – delicious for some, but not my everyday food. This late summer/early fall version is lighter, veggie-packed, and full of Tex Mex flavor. Adapted from a Good Housekeeping recipe I clipped more than 20 years ago, it’s the perfect dish to use…