Indian food was my favorite discovery of 2018. It has been a love affair ever since… I love attempting to recreate my favorites for cozy nights in. A trip to the Indian Grocery Store is the real game changer here. So many new flavors, spices, and textures. Have fun in the kitchen ya’ll! Tag me […]

Update, February 2019: This Homemade Peach Pie recipe is part of the Black Food Blogger Virtual Potluck in honor of Black History Month.  Shoutout to Meiko at Meiko and the Dish for the invite!  See the list of all the talented bloggers & their recipes at the end of this post. It may not seem […]

I’ve got a quick and easy Whole30 Jambalaya recipe for you today!  Are you ready? My entire family is from Louisiana (some still live there, actually) and they are well versed in cajun and creole cooking. Jeff and I were craving something different and this idea popped in my head.

Today’s BBQ Chili recipe is just the ticket for this season where we crave warmth, simplicity and great flavor.  And for us, there is nothing better than a bowl of hearty chili before the big game! My BBQ Chili recipe is easy to make, and can feed a crowd. Amplify your tailgate with this BBQ […]

There is something about a chicken pot pie that just makes you feel good! It’s the epitome of comfort food and has everything you need for a balanced meal, all rolled into one! I was looking to update the classic so with a spin on the seasonings and a tasty addition, I’ve developed a new […]

These were the things my mama made when I was growing up: Juicy hamburger steaks, with a mushroom- onion gravy poured over the top, and creamy mashed potatoes with canned green beans. I was craving comfort food but a little cleaner and #whole30compliant. I cleaned things up by using almond flour to keep things together, […]

This Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is so much more than just a bowl of delicious soup to me. Let me explain…

If I am ranking Thanksgiving side dishes by matter of importance, sweet potatoes are in my top three. This sweet potato casserole will be in your top five soon, I promise. It’s tasty with roasted turkey or baked ham but you could also have another serving for dessert; it’s that good. It’s not ridiculously sweet― […]

This vegetarian spinach lasagna was a surprising hit with my husband and later a surprising hit with the offensive line. This was on the menu for one of our o-line dinners and bless them, each took a smaller than normal serving, to be polite; i’m sure. They looked apprehensive and gave me a doubtful nod […]

This easy, health(ier) Spaghetti Squash Casserole recipe was developed while we were out of town and I was looking to prepare a home cooked meal in an unfamiliar kitchen with limited ingredients and supplies. I mention this to reinforce the simplicity of this recipe! It’s also customizable and FREEZER FRIENDLY!!!! Spaghetti Squash Casserole If you […]

What is Trinidadian Chicken? Trinidadian Chicken is one of my favorite dishes to make. The flavors are full but it takes very little effort to come together. It’s features garlic, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a touch of sweetness from the brown sugar. I’m not sure if this is a real Trinidadian dish; but does it […]

Vegetarian… I’m not a vegetarian, but I am doing my best to squeeze in more vegetable-centered meals. It’s easier than it sounds– I promise! We started with one meal a week and now we can do an entire day without meat. At first, we approached it as a challenge but now it comes more naturally. […]