Tag: dinner

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

This is my tried and tested recipe for perfect mashed potatoes, beautifully seasoned and delightfully creamy! These are perfect when enjoyed with some of the other recipes on my page, or honestly just on their own. I can confess I love potatoes enough to literally 

Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

There are few dishes more comforting than this delicious boeuf bourguignon, a hearty French stew perfect when served with mashed potatoes! While this recipe takes inspiration from classic French cooking, it is actually fairly easy to make and can be done in advance. You essentially 

Manti (Uzbek Dumplings)

Manti (Uzbek Dumplings)

Manti are Uzbek dumplings made of thin wrappers filled with a deliciously seasoned mix of lamb and beef. These are comfort food for me and I hope you try these and love these as much as I do! Manti are actually pretty easy to make, 

Tomato Burrata Appetizer

Tomato Burrata Appetizer

With this recipe, you don’t have to pay $40 for a burrata appetizer — you can make one at home for so much cheaper! Just a few simple and delicious ingredients will level up your dinner party. Basically, there are 7 ingredients: fresh burrata, tomatoes, 

Charcuterie Board: How To

Charcuterie Board: How To

Charcuterie boards are beautiful centerpieces for any dinner party — and they’re absolutely delicious. While it may seem like a challenge to know which cheeses/salami/spreads complement each other, this post will help break down what to look for and how to assemble your own board. 

Crispy Roasted Broccoli

Crispy Roasted Broccoli

This recipe for crispy roasted broccoli is healthy, easy, and the perfect side dish or addition to any salad! Literally, just toss some small broccoli florets in some olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parmesan, then roast at 425ºF till crispy. You can have 

Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy

Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy

This recipe for pork tenderloin with mushroom gravy is super rustic and delicious, perfect for dinner with some couscous or mashed potatoes and a salad. It’s actually a simple recipe, essentially made by searing the pork with some herbs and seasonings, then making the gravy 

Summer Corn and Chickpea Salad

Summer Corn and Chickpea Salad

This summer corn and chickpea salad takes advantage of all the delicious fresh vegetables in summertime: cucumbers, tomatoes, and corn, then adds some fresh herbs, satisfying chickpeas, and salty feta! Salads don’t get more well-rounded and tasty than this one. Not only is it super 

Homemade Bruschetta

Homemade Bruschetta

The easiest side dish for any meal has to be this delicious homemade bruschetta, which is basically garlic bread topped with fresh tomato, basil, and extra olive oil. They’re so easy to make and super delicious. The first thing to do is to pick your 

Mediterranean Roasted Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Roasted Chickpea Salad

Salads don’t have to be boring. Salads can be packed full of zingy flavors, like this Mediterranean roasted chickpea salad composed of fresh cucumbers, acidic tomatoes, salty feta, and roasted chickpeas! The flavors of those classic Mediterranean spices (cumin, paprika, coriander) come into play deliciously