This was a super simple meal to throw together that packs big flavor. The coconut curry is rich and creamy. The Mae Ploy curry paste is packed with flavor (although it does contain shrimp paste) that pairs great with just a hint of sweet. It was a super satisfying dish and I’m excited to haveRead more
Soup season is here! This Slow Cooker Moroccan Lentil Soup is a great one for the repertoire. The flavors are deep and rich, and it’s super filling. This makes a huge portion, so it’s great to freeze, share with others, or plan on eating all week long. A slow cooker makes this super easy, butRead more
After all the fun and excitement of graduating, getting married and going on a honeymoon, I’ve been looking forward to getting back into cooking. This curry yogurt chicken with couscous is an incredibly simple meal that really comes together quickly and easily. One of the best things about this curry yogurt chicken is that youRead more
I’ve been working on doing more meal prep on the weekends. Weekdays are busy and in an attempt to eat out less and save more money I’m upping my weekend cooking game. It has taken a while to figure out good strategies for meal prepping. I can get bored with the same thing day afterRead more
What’s your favorite way to get recipe inspiration? I follow a lot of food blogs (using Bloglovin to keep track of them), spend way too much time on Pinterest, and love looking through food magazines. Sometimes I follow a recipe, and other times I use it as a jumping off point. This is one ofRead more
This chicken salad is phenomenal. There’s just the right amount of spice from the curry powder, balanced by the sweetness of the cranberries and pineapple. The fruit it’s overwhelming, but it adds just a touch of something special that really makes this a standout chicken salad. My mom actually made this for a Christmas party,Read more
This soup is a wonderful, fragrant, slightly sweet, slightly spicy and completely delicious. It’s a perfect warming soup for the last cold days of winter. This is always a big heat for a group, and except for dicing tons of sweet potatoes, it’s easy to scale up or down, and is definitely a crowd pleaser.Read more
I made this dish for Tuesday’s School of Christian Living. It was a big hit. This comes by way of another church lady, but she got it from Sheila Lukins’ All Around the World Cookbook. There are no bananas, leaves or banana leaves in this curry, so I’m not sure where the name comes from…mightRead more
I made this recently for my dad’s retreat. It’s a great make ahead meal and combines some great surprising flavors. This is another recipe from a woman who used to go to my church. Further proof that church ladies know good food, see here and here for the other proof. Curry Chicken Salad Serves 6-8Read more
I LOVED this chicken. The marinade for this was absolutely delicious. The combination of spices made me feel like I was on a tropical island! The coconut milk keeps the chicken moist and tender. Don’t be afraid of the heat, it was just the right amount for a very subtle kick. My eight-year-old cousin likedRead more