Renee Erickson’s roasted chicken is one of my favorite dishes to order at her restaurants, so I was excited to recreate her recipe from “A Boat, a Whale & a Walrus.” In just a few steps you’ll have the most amazing tasting chicken. Read more…
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Smoky Barbecue Ribs
At the first hint of sunny weather I get the itch to grill every kind of meat! I like how easy this smoky-spicy-sweet dry rub recipe is to make with a few pantry staples—and it’s great on grilled pork tenderloin, steak, and chicken, too. Give it a try this weekend! Read more…
Salmon with Roasted Fennel and Lemon Vinaigrette
This recipe from Real Simple is one of my favorites. The roasted lemon makes the dish bright and the fennel gives it depth. If you want to add more flavor (and a reason to heat up the grill) leave the skin on the salmon fillets and grill (skin side down) on cedar planks, over medium […] Read more…
Grilled Peach & Prosciutto Pizza
Grilled pizza is one of my go-to dishes during the summer months when it’s peak peach season, but I also like to substitute grilled figs in the fall. I haven’t experimented with pizza sauce yet—my version usually incorporates ingredients that work well with just a little olive oil brushed on the crust. Read more…
Panzanella
I can’t get enough of this healthy, crunchy bread salad. Sometimes I make it in the beginning of the week and eat it for lunch the next few days, but is also makes a great refreshing dinner on hot summer evenings. Read more…
Crockpot Meatballs
These days I’m loving the simplicity of a delish crockpot meal. These meatballs were easy to make, and got a big thumbs up from the hubby, who considers himself a meatball expert of sorts. INGREDIENTS Low moisture mozzarella cheese ball 1 pound ground beef 1 pound hot Italian sausage 1 jar of your favorite tomato […] Read more…
Cheese Steak Sliders
It’s a little non-traditional—if you’re from Philly, please don’t hate—this is my take on the famous Cheese Steak made into mini sliders. Read more…
Pulled Pork Sliders
These sliders are so yummy and best of all, you can make them ahead in a crockpot and assemble when you’re ready to eat! Read more…
Pot Roast
This crockpot recipe is one of my favorites when it’s cold out, and so easy to make. Best of all, it’s ready when you get home from work. Read more…
Homemade Stock
To make homemade stock, you can use leftover poultry or beef bones. This time around I used the leftovers from a roasted Christmas goose! Read more…
Crockpot Chili
Ok y’all, I was born and raised in Texas, but my head is spinning around the beans/no beans debate. You can check out some interesting opinions on Huffington Post and Lifehacker. All I know is this recipe is my husband’s specialty (who was also born and raised in Texas) and it contains beans and meat and […] Read more…
Chicken a la Jen
I named this after my amazing friend Jen and the dish that she frequently cooked when we were neighbors living in San Antonio, TX at 1221 Broadway (gawd, I really loved that tiny apartment!) It was the first meal we made after moving to Seattle and wanting a little piece of home. We think of you, Jen, every […] Read more…
Beef Wellington
Even thought Beef Wellington isn’t one of those quick and easy weeknight recipes, don’t let that scare you away. I like to make it for special occasions like Christmas Day or a small dinner party—it really is worth the effort, I promise. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS For the Duxelles: 1 1/2 pints (3/4 pounds) white button […] Read more…
Lemon-Rosemary Risotto with Seared Scallops
Risotto is one of my favorite dishes to make at home with my husband. I actually favor our homemade version over ordering it in most restaurants—the exception to this is any risotto at any Tom Colicchio restaurant because it’s one of the best things I’ve ever tasted. Many people are intimidated by the thought of making it […] Read more…
Basic Grilled Pizza Dough
I like to make my pizza dough the night before I plan to use it, so it’s ready to go. It also freezes well, so you can always have a batch in the freezer ready to go. Read more…
Crockpot Coconut Curry Chicken
This coconut curry chicken recipe is beyond easy. Just throw everything in the crockpot, and you’ll have a fresh and healthy dish in a few hours. Read more…
Easy Pasta Dish
I’m obsessed with this super easy, fresh pasta dish! I’ve adapted my recipe from Tasting Table by using Lagana Food’s fresh pasta instead of making my own homemade version. I LOVE artisan Lagana Pasta because it has like 3 ingredients, it’s made by the amazing Chef Ethan Stowell, it’s bronze cut so it holds more sauce, it has that […] Read more…
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Marsala dates back to the 19th century. It most likely originated with English families who lived in western Sicily, where Marsala wine is produced. In the Arispe house it dates back to about 2007, when my hubby and I started to really get into cooking. This is one of the first dishes we perfected […] Read more…
Green Peppercorn Sauce
This works great with Beef Wellington or your favorite steak. Read more…