Quick-pickled vegetables are one of my favorite things. You can pile them on vermicelli noodle bowls or on rice bowls or you can eat them just as they are! This recipe is easy to prepare and lasts up to 2 months in the fridge!
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Pappardelle with a Creamy Sweet Potato Sauce
This sweet potato sauce is something else! Sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, and a big pile of aromatics are roasted, puréed, and then combined with a spicy tomato base and topped off with a bit of cream to create the ultimate sauce that is just a bit sweet, fragrant, and spicy.
Super Simple Salmon Cakes
Salmon cakes hold a special place in my heart because they were something my dad used to make a lot of and I really loved them as a kid. You can use fresh salmon or canned salmon, but I prefer fresh because it doesn’t have bones (my dad says he likes the “crunchy bits” but they are just not for me!)
Thai-Inspired Mussels and Scallops in a Creamy Coconut Broth
This Thai-inspired mussels and scallops recipe is my new favorite thing in the universe. The recipe is simple but super flavorful thanks to the help of loads of aromatics, especially ginger and lemongrass.
Simple Tomato Broth with Orzo and Seafood
This simple tomato broth pairs perfectly al dente orzo and buttery, seared seafood for the perfect date night recipe that’s sure to impress.
Easy Soy-Ginger Chicken Meatballs with Soba Noodles
My husband said these soy-ginger chicken meatballs were the best chicken meatballs I’ve ever made. His reason? Because they aren’t dry. Using soy sauce, a limited amount of panko, and by not over-rolling the meatballs, you’ll end up with juicy, flavorful chicken meatballs that go with soba noodles perfectly.
Easy, Spicy Egg Salad on Toast with Herbs
This easy, spicy egg salad recipe will make you fall in love with egg salad again! Seasoned with a big of Melinda’s extra hot habanero sauce and topped with a lemony herb garnish, this egg salad will be sure to impress even the pickiest eaters!
Truffled Potato Gratin
Although not a true gratin due to the lack of cheese and breadcrumbs, this casserole made with thinly sliced potatoes, creamy béchamel sauce, and truffle oil is a delicious take on a classic recipe.
Harissa-Maple Carrots with Whipped Ricotta
This is the perfect way to upgrade glazed carrots at Thanksgiving – you get a little sweet, a little spicy, and the fluffy decadence of whipped ricotta cheese.
Braised Chicken with Creamy Leeks, Mushrooms, and Peas
This is the absolute best perfect cold-weather chicken recipe. The acidity from the white balsamic vinegar cuts into the richness of the crème fraîche.
Filet Mignon with Ricotta Cheese Mashed Cauliflower and Espagnole Sauce
This is such an elegant and tasty meal. You can streamline the process by cooking the cauliflower as the espagnole sauce reduces down. The cauliflower will do just fine in a warm oven as you finish everything else up.
Ricotta Cheese Mashed Cauliflower
This is another amazing Thanksgiving Day side dish recipe option that’s super easy to prepare and would be a nice substitute for those looking to avoid mashed potatoes this year!