Author: Kate

Yogurt Parfait with Homemade Strawberry-Grand Marnier Jam and Cinnamon Granola

Yogurt Parfait with Homemade Strawberry-Grand Marnier Jam and Cinnamon Granola

This easy make-ahead breakfast features high-protein vanilla Greek yogurt swirled with homemade strawberry jam infused with Grand Marnier. Topped with cinnamon-pecan granola, this recipe allows for quick assembly on any day.

DeCecco Racchette Pasta with Mint and Pancetta

DeCecco Racchette Pasta with Mint and Pancetta

Enjoy a refreshing Spring lunch with this lemony mint pasta featuring pancetta and crispy sugar snap peas, using DeCecco’s unique Racchette.

Viral Burger Bowls: A Healthy & Delicious Recipe

Viral Burger Bowls: A Healthy & Delicious Recipe

These burger bowls have been going absolutely viral on social media and it’s no surprise why. They’re filled with juicy bites of ground sirloin, crispy sweet potato fries, and the most addictive special sauce. Everything is set on top of a big bowl of Romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, and pickles. Plus, it feels a bit leaner without the heavy burger bun. But I promise you won’t miss it! I could spend all day dipping these crispy sweet potato fries into the addictive special sauce that is used to top these bowls. They’re just that good!

Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Fries and Addictive Burger Sauce

Discover the viral burger bowl trend! Juicy ground sirloin, crispy sweet potato fries, and addictive sauce make this a must-try recipe.
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Sweet potatoes peeled and cut into fries
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon semolina flour Don’t worry if you don’t have it on hand but it does make the Sweet potatoes extra crispy
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon juice from pickle jar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 lb. Ground Sirloin
  • 1/2 head of Romaine lettuce chopped
  • 2 pickles diced
  • Handful cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon red onion diced

Method
 

  1. For the sweet potato fries: Toss the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and the semolina and place on a rimmed sheet tray. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 15-20 minutes, until tender. For even crispier potatoes, broil on medium for a couple minutes but keep an eye on them so they don’t burn.
  2. For the burger sauce: Meanwhile, combine, the mayo, mustard, ketchup, pickle jar juice, sweet paprika and a sprinkle of garlic powder along with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  3. For the burger bites: In a non-stick sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Break the ground beef into bite-sized pieces and cook undisturbed, until nicely browned on one side. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Flip small burger bites and brown on the other side, then remove to a paper towel lined plate.
  4. To assemble: Divide the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, pickles, and red onion between two plates. Top with the sweet potato fries and the burger bites. Drizzle with the burger sauce and serve!

Quick Chicken Cutlets with Tomato Caper Sauce

Quick Chicken Cutlets with Tomato Caper Sauce

Discover this quick and tasty chicken cutlet recipe, featuring a zesty sauce with tomatoes, capers, and lemon. Perfect with buttered noodles!

Chicken Soup with Ramen Noodles, Sweet Potatoes, and Coconut Milk

Chicken Soup with Ramen Noodles, Sweet Potatoes, and Coconut Milk

This Sweet Potato and Coconut Milk Chicken Soup with Ramen Noodles is simply loaded with good things- warming spices like turmeric and ginger, creamy coconut milk, springy Ramen noodles, and super sweet and tender sweet potatoes.

Bruschetta Frittata: A Make-Ahead Breakfast Delight

Bruschetta Frittata: A Make-Ahead Breakfast Delight

Having this easy-peasy breakfast option at the ready in your fridge will brighten any morning. Prepare the sourdough-bruschetta filling on the weekend and enjoy a warm Frittata every day of the week. The red onion and tomato mix with flavors of Italian seasoning and mozzarella to create the most delicious custardy egg mixture. The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd. If you do double the recipe, you can divide the ingredients between 4 ramekins or use a 9×13 inch baking dish.

A baked dish featuring melted cheese, diced tomatoes, and fresh greens in a glass serving dish, set against a textured teal background with green pottery in the background.

Bruschetta Frittata: A Make-Ahead Breakfast Delight

Having this easy-peasy breakfast option at the ready in your fridge will brighten any morning. Prepare the sourdough-bruschetta filling on the weekend and enjoy a warm Frittata every day of the week. The red onion and tomato mix with flavors of Italian seasoning and mozzarella to create the most delicious custardy egg mixture. The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd. If you do double the recipe, you can divide the ingredients between 4 ramekins or use a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 ramekins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices sourdough cubed (I have also used 1 slice of challah bread, with excellent results)
  • 2 tablespoons thinly chopped red onion divided
  • 2 tablespoons cubed and seeded tomato divided
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Pinch of Italian seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese such as mozzarella or fontina

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Divide the sourdough cubes between two 4.5 inch diameter, 1 inch deep ramekins. Top with 1 tablespoon each of the red onion and tomato.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Italian seasoning, a generous pinch of salt and pepper, spinach, the remaining tomato and red onion, and the shredded cheese. Pour the egg mixture over over the sourdough. Top with extra cheese, if desired.
  3. Bake 20 minutes, until eggs are fully cooked and the top is lightly browned. Bon Appetite!

Avgolemono: The Ultimate Lemon Chicken Soup for Wellness

Avgolemono: The Ultimate Lemon Chicken Soup for Wellness

This nutritious lemon-infused chicken soup, known as Avgolemono, is perfect for combating colds. Packed with chicken, rice, spinach, and Italian parsley, it offers rich flavors and warmth. Thickened with egg and Arborio rice, this soup is an ideal choice for a healthy lunch or light dinner.

Asian Dumplings with Pork, Ginger, and Scallions

Asian Dumplings with Pork, Ginger, and Scallions

These delicious dumplings, filled with ginger, scallions, and garlic, are easy and fun to make, especially at a gathering. While creating the pleats may seem daunting, it’s a perfect activity for friends. They reheat well and taste far better than store-bought. Thinner Shanghai-style wrappers yield excellent results when pan-seared.

Delicious French Apple Gateau

Delicious French Apple Gateau

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This French Apple Gateau, also known as Invisible Apple Cake, is the quintessential fall dessert! Thin slices of tender apples practically disappear into a light custardy base and is topped with a airy sponge-like vanilla cake with a golden sugar-crusted topping. Flavored with vanilla bean paste and apple-flavored brandy, you won’t be able to stop at one slice!

French Apple Gateau

This French Apple Gateau, also known as Invisible Apple Cake, is the quintessential fall dessert! Thin slices of tender apples practically disappear into a light custardy base and is topped with a airy sponge-like vanilla cake with a golden sugar-crusted topping. Flavored with vanilla bean paste and apple-flavored brandy, you won’t be able to stop at one slice!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Gala apples peeled, cored and sliced thin
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour divided
  • 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar divided
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg plus 2 large egg yolks divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste really important for this recipe as the vanilla flavor takes center stage
  • 1 tablespoon Calvados apple-flavored brandy
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan lined with a parchment round

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place sliced apples in a 9-inch spring form pan and toss with 1 tablespoon water. Cover tightly with tin foil and bake for 30 minutes, until apples are tender.
  2. Meanwhile, whisk together 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. In a large liquid measuring cup, whisk together oil, milk, 1 whole egg, and vanilla. Pour the liquid into the dry ingredients and fold together until incorporated. Remove one cup of batter and set aside. Add the egg yolks to the original bowl of batter and whisk to combine.
  3. Remove apples from the oven and toss with the calvados and lemon juice. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes. Drain the apples to remove most of the the liquid. Add the apples to the original bowl of batter and stir to combine.
  4. Line the spring form pan with a parchment paper round. Pour the batter with the apples into the pan.
  5. To the reserved one cup of batter, stir in 2 tablespoons of flour. Pour on top of the apple/batter mixture and smooth the top with an offset spatula. Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar evenly on top.
  6. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. The top should be golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 30 minutes before removing the rim of the springform pan. This cake is delicious served slightly warm, perhaps with a dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream, but it can be kept at room temperature for several days.
    *Adapted from America's Test Kitchen

Secret Ingredient Chocolate Cake with Luscious Cocoa-French Buttercream

Secret Ingredient Chocolate Cake with Luscious Cocoa-French Buttercream

Who says Guinness is just for St. Patrick’s Day. This moist and flavorful chocolate cake makes use of Guinness to add a distinct flavor and delicate crumb. Combined with cocoa-flavored French buttercream, this cake is perfect for year round occasions!