I have always wanted to make penne alla vodka, since it is one of my favorite pasta dishes to order at a restaurant. I decided it was finally time to try it out and this recipe could not be easier! This recipe is inspired by Delish’s recipe for penne alla vodka. Penne alla Vodka Yield:Continue reading “Penne Alla Vodka”
Author Archives: Alyssa Holman
Top 10 Food Blogs
After spending years looking for new recipes, I have finally compiled a list of my favorite ten food blogs. Honorable mentions go to Love and Lemons, Salt & Lavender, and The Defined Dish. If there are any others you recommend, please post in the comments! 1. Damn Delicious Without a doubt, my favorite food blogContinue reading “Top 10 Food Blogs”
Chipotle-Lime Shrimp Tacos
Last October, I took a cooking class at Sur la Table to learn to make street tacos. In the class, we learned how to make homemade tortillas, al pastor, chipotle-lime shrimp, and rajas tacos. I have finally gotten around to making the chipotle-lime shrimp tacos again, and they are delicious! Maybe one day I’ll make theContinue reading “Chipotle-Lime Shrimp Tacos”
Eggplant Parmesan
Say goodbye to soggy eggplant and hello to a crispy take on a classic recipe. This recipe was taken from AllRecipes. Eggplant Parmesan Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 55 minutes Ingredients Cooking spray 1 eggplant, sliced crosswise 1/4-inch thick 1 tsp salt 2 eggs, beaten 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs 1Continue reading “Eggplant Parmesan”
Lentil Bolognese
I never thought I’d eat a vegan recipe — let alone LOVE a vegan recipe. Even my meat-loving boyfriend thought this recipe was fantastic. This dish made our apartment smell like an Italian grandmother’s kitchen and tasted just as amazing. This recipe is inspired by Choosing Chia’s Lentil Bolognese recipe. Lentil Bolognese Yield: 4 ServingsContinue reading “Lentil Bolognese”
Pesto Chicken, Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Red Pepper Panini
Some days I crave a complex, hearty meal and other days, I just want to throw together a sandwich. Well, this Pesto Chicken, Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Red Pepper Panini is no ordinary sandwich. Keep on reading for a 10 minute dinner that has a huge burst of flavor with a delicious crunch. Pesto Chicken,Continue reading “Pesto Chicken, Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Red Pepper Panini”
Baked Feta Cheese with Olives, Lemon, and Artichoke Hearts
THIS is the appetizer you have been waiting for. Recipe inspired by The View From Great Island’s recipe. Baked Feta Cheese with Olives, Lemon, and Artichoke Hearts Yield: 4-8 Servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients One block of sheep’s milk feta sold in the brine about 10-14 ounces 1/2 cup extra virgin oliveContinue reading “Baked Feta Cheese with Olives, Lemon, and Artichoke Hearts”
Greek Chicken Bake
A Greek chicken bake is the perfect recipe for those days when you want a delicious meal but want to put in zero effort. This recipe was inspired by Every Last Bite’s Greek Chicken Traybake recipe. Greek Chicken Bake Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Ingredients 2 bell peppers, cut into 2Continue reading “Greek Chicken Bake”
Nopales (Cactus) Salad
Living in San Diego, I am constantly surrounded by amazing Mexican food. I have come across restaurants using cactus paddles, or nopales, in tacos, as a side, and in margaritas. I thought it could be fun to experiment with nopales myself by making a nopales salad that can be served on its own or inContinue reading “Nopales (Cactus) Salad”
Cheddar Pierogies with Caramelized Onions
With the crazy amount of free time I have due to California’s shelter-in-place guidelines, I decided to try out some new recipes. I’ve always wanted to make pierogies, but I thought that they would be very difficult and time consuming. Surprisingly, they were pretty straightforward to make and super delicious! This recipe is inspired byContinue reading “Cheddar Pierogies with Caramelized Onions”
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