Creamy Pasta with Salami and Peas

Ingredients: 8 ounce dry penne pasta 1 cups frozen green peas 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp butter 1 shallot, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and ground black pepper 8 ounces thinly sliced hard salami 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 oz cream cheese Directions: 1. Bring a large pot of lightlyContinue reading “Creamy Pasta with Salami and Peas”

One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 pound chicken breasts kosher salt and pepper 1 lemon, sliced 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup orzo pasta 3 cups low sodium chicken broth 1/2 a bunch kale, roughly chopped Crumbled feta cheese Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 2. HeatContinue reading “One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo”

Garlic Cheddar Biscuits

Just like Red Lobster! Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional 1 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese FOR THE TOPPING 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon driedContinue reading “Garlic Cheddar Biscuits”

Coq au Vin Turkey Meatballs with Mashed Cauliflower

Ingredients: 1 pounds ground turkey or chicken 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese kosher salt and black pepper 3 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 1 yellow onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 carrots, chopped 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth 2 bay leavesContinue reading “Coq au Vin Turkey Meatballs with Mashed Cauliflower”

Chicken and Brown Butter Pumpkin Fettuccine Alfredo

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1” pieces 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cups whole milk 3/4 cup heavy cream 15 oz pumpkin puree 1 cup grated pecorino romano or parmesan 1/2 cup shredded Raclette cheese + 4 thin slices or other swiss style cheeseContinue reading “Chicken and Brown Butter Pumpkin Fettuccine Alfredo”

Bulgogi Inspired Quesadillas

Ingredients: Beef Marinade: 2/3 cup soy sauce 1 Tbsp Sambal Orlek 2 Tbsp sesame oil  2 Tbsp sesame seeds  2 Tbsp white vinegar  1 Tbsp mirin  1/2 Asian pear, coarsely chopped  1 pounds ground beef  Pickled Onions: 1 red onion, sliced thinly 1 cup white vinegar  1/4 cup sugar  1/4 cup kosher salt  To serve:Continue reading “Bulgogi Inspired Quesadillas”

Butter Cake

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk BUTTER SAUCE: 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter, cubed 1/4 cup water 1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractContinue reading “Butter Cake”

Sage Lemon Butter Chicken with Mashed Cauliflower

Ingredients: 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs kosher salt and black pepper 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (can use GF flour too) 1/4 cup grated parmesan 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 12 fresh sage leaves 4 tablespoons salted butter 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes Mashed CauliflowerContinue reading “Sage Lemon Butter Chicken with Mashed Cauliflower”

Chicken and Shishito Peppers with Basil-Anchovy Butter Pasta

Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts kosher salt and ground black pepper ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1½ tablespoons butter 1½ tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 anchovies 1 pint shishito peppers Lemon wedges for serving, charred if desired Directions: 1. Season both sides of the chicken with the garlicContinue reading “Chicken and Shishito Peppers with Basil-Anchovy Butter Pasta”

Garlic-Butter Spaghetti with Basil and Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp dried basil Kosher salt and ground black pepper 1 pound spaghetti 6 tablespoons salted butter 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup asiago cheese, freshly grated 1 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped crushed red pepper flakes Directions: 1. Heat oven to 400 degrees F.Continue reading “Garlic-Butter Spaghetti with Basil and Roasted Tomatoes”