Everyday Gourmet Recipes for the Home Cook
These roasted green beans are flavorful and crisp, seasoned with freshly grated parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, and slivered almonds! I’ve also added optional fresh basil. These are a perfect side dish to serve alongside your favorite dinner, and they also make a great snack. Roasted green beans are also a great option if you’re seeking a simple Thanksgiving side dish alternative to green bean casserole.
This sweet and spicy pineapple salsa comes together in no time. It’s wonderful served with tortilla chips, and I especially love using it as a condiment alongside fish, pork and chicken (especially tacos)! If you’re feeling creative, you can also jazz it up with other tropical fruits like mango and avocado.
I’ve tried many pumpkin muffins over the years, and these truly are some of the best I’ve had. They’re tender and not too sweet, with just the right amount of seasonal spice. The streusel topping adds a perfect crunch. Most importantly, this pumpkin muffin recipe actually tastes like pumpkin! Serve these warm or at room temperature, on their own or with a touch of butter.
The best banana bread is soft and tender, with plenty of banana flavor and a delicate crunch from toasted walnuts. It should be soft and not overly heavy. There’s no better way to use overripe bananas! This banana bread recipe hits all the right notes.
Slow cooker kalua pork, also known as kalua pig, is a Hawaiian style recipe with only four ingredients: pork shoulder, bacon, garlic, and Hawaiian sea salt (more on that below). There’s minimal hands-on time, and the recipe yields plenty of leftovers, making this perfect for weekend meal prepping. We make this kalua pork recipe at least once per month, sometimes more. It’s great on its own or in tacos. You can also adapt the recipe to work with an Instant Pot. It’s easy and flavorful!
Homemade vanilla ice cream is the ultimate in decadence. And guess what? You don’t need any special equipment to prepare this rich, creamy no-churn version. It’s also egg-free which means there’s no cooking involved. You basically whisk everything together, stick it in the freezer and give it an occasional stir. In no time, you’ll be enjoying an amazing homemade vanilla ice cream recipe.
Roasted broccoli with garlic and lemon is one of the easiest, most flavorful side dishes you can throw together to serve alongside dinner. You can optionally add some freshly grated parmesan cheese on top for even more savoriness. We make this roasted broccoli recipe all the time because it’s so hands off, and it compliments everything from pasta and casseroles to meats and seafood.
These simple strawberry tarts have a lightly sweetened mascarpone filling, and can be prepared using either store-bought pie dough or a simple homemade crust. They’re easy, beautiful, and they come together in no time! This post is a paid collaboration with California Strawberries.
If you’ve never tried anchovy pasta before, you’re in for a treat. If it sounds intimidating, don’t worry. Not only is this dish incredibly easy, but the flavors aren’t overpowering. Anchovies and sliced garlic are gently warmed in extra virgin olive oil until the fillets essentially dissolve, creating a rich, savory sauce. This pasta recipe comes together in about 20 minutes, and is adapted from Anthony Bourdain’s final cookbook, Appetites.
This buttermilk ranch dressing recipe comes together in no time, and it tastes incredibly light and fresh compared to bottled versions! With just a few simple ingredients, a bowl, and a whisk, you can create a creamy, standout dressing or veggie dipper. What are you waiting for? Make this!
