Potato leek soup, also known as potage parmentier, is one of the first soups I ever attempted to prepare from scratch. This version is slightly adapted from Julia Child’s recipe. It has just a few simple ingredients, but the flavor is rich, creamy and satisfying. This potato leek soup recipe is total comfort food.
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…
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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…
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