The Fried Egg Sandwich

There is something incredibly comforting about a simple fried egg sandwich. It doesn't pretend to be anything more than it is; warm and nourishing. It reminds me of my childhood; of treasured times, quiet moments in the past and that the future is always brighter than the present may seem.

Beef Braciole

Beef braciola is a special Italian meal I'll make only for certain occasions. It's labor intensive, requires several hours to cook and is a bit pricey, to boot. WHY would anyone ever bother, you ask?

It's. Just. That. Good. 

Creamy Jalapeño & Artichoke Dip

Iagine a classic spinach and artichoke dip...only spicier and healthier! This one is has less calories and fat since there's no mayonnaise or Parmesan, plus it's packed with protein from Greek yogurt and GREEK CREAM CHEESE!! I just found out that's a thing! Oh my gosh...add it to the list of snacks & appetizers you can gladly bring to your next party! It comes together quickly and can be made ahead of time.

BBQ Pulled Chicken Nachos

Transforming leftovers into something my family can get excited about is a bit of a challenge, but it CAN be done quickly and tastefully by turning  them into a delicious appetizer! I used shredded barbecue chicken, grabbed a bag of tortilla chips and smothered it all in pickled jalapeños, black olives and melty cheese! Dinner is done, clean up is easy & all family members are happy!

My family already loves roasted cauliflower florets with just a sprinkling of sea salt. So I thought I would make a meal of it by turning it into a soup instead! There is very little cream despite the smooth, hearty texture.