Chicken & Asparagus Skillet Pasta with Pesto
Chicken & Asparagus Skillet Pasta with Pesto is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that combines the savory flavors of chicken and asparagus with the bright, herbaceous notes of pesto. There are also sun-dried tomatoes, which add a burst of concentrated flavor. What I like about this recipe is that you throw the asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes in with the pasta for the last 3 minutes of cooking. You can eat this dish hot or cold.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Caprese Prosciutto Cups
Caprese Prosciutto Cups makes an elegant appetizer or light snack that brings together the classic flavors of Italy. You make crispy prosciutto cups in a mini muffin pan and then fill them with a Caprese salad mixture. You can also just use a store bought bruschetta sauce and mozzarella.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes 24 cups
Spaghetti with Prosciutto, Parmesan and Peas
My husband Eric and I have been making Spaghetti Carbonara for years. It's what we have when the is 'nothing to eat'! I saw this recipe for Spaghetti with Prosciutto, Parmesan and Peas from Milk Street Magazine and knew we had to make it. It supposedly was the signature pasta of Pope Pius XII. It's quite different from our go-to standard Carbonara recipe. I have to say, it's delicious, though more subtle than the saltier bacon-infused version. I think the late Queen Elizabeth would have liked it, due to the fact that garlic isn't even mentioned.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Healthy Banana Donut Holes
I made these Banana Donut Holes in an air fryer. Using just mashed banana, flour, baking powder, and finished off with a dusting of cinnamon sugar, these are a healthier option. They're not exactly donuts because donuts traditionally have a yeast dough that rises, but they have a similar texture and sweetness to donuts.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes 8 Donut Holes
Gnocchi with Sauerkraut and Ham
I made this Gnocchi with Sauerkraut and Ham while staying with my mom. She loves sauerkraut, so I concocted this combination of gnocchi and ham and she loved it. You can boil, sauté or, air-fry the gnocchi. I choose to air-fry mine. Either way, it's a very simple and delicious dish.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Ricotta Spinach Lemon Spaghetti
This Ricotta Spinach Lemon Spaghetti is light and flavorful. The creamy ricotta cheese, the bright tang of lemon, and the freshness of spinach, with spaghetti, can be thrown together in about 15 minutes.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Prosciutto Cups with Goat Cheese
Imagine crispy, salty prosciutto cups filled with creamy goat cheese. It's a delightful combination of textures and flavors, perfect for a single-bite appetizer.
Here are some variations:
Sweet and Savory
Add a touch of sweetness with dried figs, sliced pears, or a drizzle of honey.
Herby
Mix chopped fresh herbs like thyme or chives into the goat cheese for an extra flavor boost.
Spicy Kick
Sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha on top for a touch of heat.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
Vanilla Ice Cream with Biscoff Cookies, Amarena Cherries & Sherry
Vanilla ice cream with Biscoff cookies, Amarena cherries (I use Trader Joe's), and sherry is a wonderful dessert that combines sweet, salty, and boozy flavors. The creamy vanilla ice cream is studded with crunchy Biscoff cookie pieces, juicy Amarena cherries, and a drizzle of sweet sherry, creating the perfect easy dessert.
Healthy Broccoli Chicken Casserole
I am on the east coast staying at my brother David's. I made this Broccoli Chicken Casserole, which seemed a little too healthy, but it ended up being really delicious and satisfying. The secret ingredient is sliced water chestnuts, which add a lot of crunchy texture.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Pork & Green Bean Stir-Fry
This simple Pork and green bean stir-fry is an easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork, and green beans get stir-fried with this sweet savory sauce consisting of apricot jam, soy sauce, sesame sauce, and chili-garlic sauce.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
