Cooking Method: Simmering
Gin & Tonic Jelly Shots
My daughter Grace made this Gin & Tonic Jelly Shots. I just stood back and watched. They are quite tangy and delicious. A great way to get the party started!
By - Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes 8 shots
Israeli Couscous with Chopped Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Artichokes
Israeli couscous" is actually pasta, it's also called pearl couscous. This Israeli Couscous with Chopped Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Artichokes is a perfect dish to bring on a picnic or outdoor concert. I used Trader Joe's Harvest Blend Israeli Couscous.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
One Pot Italian Sausage, Mushrooms and Rice
This One Pot Italian Sausage, Mushrooms and Rice is really fast to make and you only have to wash one pot! It's great for a busy week night meal.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Toasted Farro & Asparagus Salad
Toasted Farro & Asparagus Salad is a delicious way to eat asparagus, it’s great for a weekday lunch. Farro is a food composed of the grains of certain wheat species. Because it contains more fiber than other popular grains like rice or even quinoa, farro might have even more positive benefits when it comes to digestion and cardiovascular health. It's also exceptionally high in protein for a grain and supplies more than 10 different vitamins and minerals.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Ikea Swedish Meatballs with Cream Sauce
The largest IKEA in the United States just opened in Los Angeles. It’s absolutely massive. They almost need to put in a trolley! This is about their iconic Swedish meatballs and the beauty of it is that you can buy them frozen after you buy your GRÖNKULLA, FLÄRDFULL, SMÖRBOLL and (I always buy) their paper napkins. I know a lot of people that do not live near an IKEA, so here is a recipe to make them yourself.
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Indian Chickpea Curry with Spinach
Indian Chickpea Curry with Spinach is a super flavorful, vegetarian side dish. The fresh spinach provides a wide variety of important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Chickpeas, which are also packed with many vital nutrients, are a great vegetarian source of protein and fiber.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hrs
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Spicy Chicken-Tortilla Chip Casserole
This Spicy Chicken-Tortilla Chip Casserole is so good! It's an easy weeknight meal. The tortilla chips add a lot of crunch and texture to this dish.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Skillet Lasagna
Lasagna, in general, is too much work. I do not like to make it and rarely do it. This Skillet Lasagna is WAY easier and just as good. It's all done in one skillet and ready in about 30 minutes.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Chicken Dijon with Mushrooms and Artichokes
This Chicken Dijon with Mushrooms and Artichokes is gently sautéed with artichoke hearts and sliced mushrooms and fresh tarragon is everything you are looking for in a weeknight meal!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Shishito Peppers with Den Miso and Bubu Arare
I had these Shishito Peppers with Den Miso and Bubu Arare at Tokyo Fried Chicken Co. in Monterey Park, CA. I love shishito peppers and now have a new way to make them. About one out of every ten peppers is spicy. The person that gets the spicy one will have good luck! Bubu Arare can be found in Japanese markets or online.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
