Fashionable Foods

Chicken Pad Thai

A restaurant favorite in an easy at home version! Rice noodles are tossed with tender chicken and a sweet/salty sauce for a delicious and flavorful Pad Thai. It’s finally Friday! I don’t know about you, but this week seems to have gone on forever. Todays recipe would be perfect for a Friday night dinner andRead more

Homemade Pizza

Crispy crust with a soft inside and topped with all of your favorite toppings! Homemade pizza is a must-have in your repertoire! Note: this is a very lengthy post because I give you step by step instructions and a lot of explanation. I have a confession to make… I hate pizza. I know, I getRead more

Homemade Lemon Curd

Sweet-tart lemon curd is great to have on hand to add to your favorite desserts or even for just spreading on a scone or croissant. It’s creamy and thick and full of lemony zing! I love lemons and there is nothing more refreshing than a lemon dessert. I always have lemons in my kitchen –Read more

Angel Food Cake

Angel food cake is the perfect summer dessert – it’s light, fluffy and is the perfect base for fresh berries and whipped cream! Store bought is bland and heavy, but this homemade version is surprisingly easy, soft, and delicately sweet. Yum! I spent quite a bit of time trying to figure out my menu forRead more

Rhubarb Pie

Rhubarb pie has been my favorite since I was a little girl. My grandmother used to make it with homegrown rhubarb from my dad’s garden. Nothing takes me back quite like this pie. I’ve told you many times that I was a weird kid. I loved fruits and vegetables, hated candy and soda, and absolutelyRead more

Pasta with Cauliflower, Caramelized Onions, and Feta

Everything is better tossed with pasta, right? Yep, even cauliflower haters are going to love this one. Fresh cauliflower tossed with your favorite pasta, sweet caramelized onions, salty feta, fresh herbs, and crunchy breadcrumbs – yum. Best part? You can make it completely ahead of time and just heat it when you’re ready to eat.Read more

Piña Colada Cupcakes

If you like Piña Coladas… I love summer for obvious reasons – warm weather, sundresses, sandals, bright nail polish, fresh fruits and vegetables, and of course fruity drinks. Ok, so maybe they aren’t so obvious. Anyway, what is better than a nice tropical cocktail to enjoy summer with? A cupcake version! I love piña coladas so much.Read more

Roasted Chili-Lime Cod

Cod filets are rubbed with a flavorful spice mixture before roasting to perfection. Top this roasted chili-lime cod with a delicious lime-butter sauce and serve over your favorite veggie and rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a simple weeknight meal! **The photos for this post have been updated as of May 2017. The text and recipe haveRead more

Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing

Rich and creamy Caesar dressing made from scratch – no artificial ingredients! Perfect for topping homegrown romaine lettuce and homemade crunchy croutons! You can find a Caesar salad on just about every restaurant menu – and for good reason. Crunchy romaine lettuce, crispy croutons, and a creamy dressing make for one delicious salad! I likeRead more

Sausage Bolognese

Remember the days when Sundays were days of rest and family time? My childhood Sundays always consisted of church, Sunday school, and then a fun-filled family day. Whether it was a quiet afternoon at home or driving around exploring, Sunday dinner always made an appearance. Oh how I miss those days. Sundays always seemed toRead more