Every home cook needs a few cooking tips up her sleeve. Whether you are a beginner cook or savvy in the kitchen, these simple tips will help your meals come together quicker.
Cooking up a hearty pot of soup or using ground sausage in my marinara sauce are always go-to meals when I am craving something flavorful and easy. Sausage is so versatile and can be prepared in a variety of dishes and prepared in so many different ways. When I think of sausage links, I always…
This classic white sauce uses three simple ingredients, plus a few spices to give incredible flavor, and is perfect for lasagnas or even mac and cheese! You will find that it is so easy to make this creamy béchamel sauce. If you are looking for a versatile sauce to keep up your culinary sleeve, this…
There is nothing quite like a perfectly seasoned, big juicy steak cooked on the grill. This dry rub seasoning can be used on any cut of steak or beef that you prefer, and it is even better when left on the meat for at least an hour, or as long as overnight. A great steak…
Parsley is one of those leafy herbs that can really turn a simple pasta into a more fresh robust dish; a roasted chicken becomes even more vibrant with a garnish of parsley on top. Fresh herbs are a great way to elevate every dish and add an additional boost of flavor. As a mom, nothing…
Green onions are a staple that I always have on hand in my refrigerator for a great garnish and topping for so many great weeknight dishes. Having them cleaned and stored beforehand makes chopping them even simpler on those busy weeknights where I need to get dinner on the table quickly. Knowing how to wash,…
Kielbasa is one of the sausages I love to cook with to really turn my dishes into a bold, flavorful, and filling meal. You can use it with so many different ingredients, and since it is already precooked, the meat cooks really quickly for simple and no fuss weeknight meals. When the weather starts changing…
Making pizza for dinner has become a staple in my weekly meal planning rotation. Knowing that one night of the week is already planned out makes meal planning so much easier. Whether you use pre-made dough or homemade pizza dough, making pizza at home in the oven is an easy way to get dinner on…
Baked sweet potatoes are the perfect choice when I need a quick and easy weeknight supper. You can eat the sweet potatoes as a perfect side dish or use the baked potato as a jumping off point for many other delicious dishes. With the days getting shorter, I find myself looking for recipes that I…
Chopped cilantro is a simple way to elevate your favorite recipes and give added freshness. As a home cook, I always make sure I have my spice cabinet filled with dried herbs and spices, as well as having some fresh herbs to incorporate into my everyday cooking. Having a home herb garden is a great…