Simple Balsamic Chicken
A quick and delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This balsamic chicken is juicy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup cherry tomatoes Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish) Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, and minced garlic. Heat an …
Simple Balsamic Chicken
A quick and delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This balsamic chicken is juicy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup cherry tomatoes Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish) Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, and minced garlic. Heat an …
Beef Tenderloin & Gorgonzola Crostini
Ingredients 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing the bread) 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives or parsley Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Fresh thyme, for garnish Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with melted butter and toast for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside. Season the beef medallions with …
Beef Tenderloin & Gorgonzola Crostini
Ingredients 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing the bread) 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives or parsley Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Fresh thyme, for garnish Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with melted butter and toast for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside. Season the beef medallions with …
Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken
Ingredients 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 zucchini, sliced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, canned or marinated 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon lemon zest Salt and pepper to taste Feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure …
Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken
Ingredients 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 zucchini, sliced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, canned or marinated 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon lemon zest Salt and pepper to taste Feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure …
Baked Caprese Dip with Mozzarella & Basil
Ingredients 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper, to taste 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Toasted baguette slices or crackers, for serving Directions Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a small baking dish. In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to the baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese …
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Baked Caprese Dip with Mozzarella & Basil
Ingredients 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper, to taste 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Toasted baguette slices or crackers, for serving Directions Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a small baking dish. In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to the baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese …
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Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze & Feta
Ingredients 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp unsalted butter Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 tsp garlic powder ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 2 tbsp balsamic glaze ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tbsp toasted pecans or walnuts (optional) Directions Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Brussels sprouts cut-side down and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender. …
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Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze & Feta
Ingredients 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp unsalted butter Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 tsp garlic powder ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 2 tbsp balsamic glaze ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tbsp toasted pecans or walnuts (optional) Directions Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Brussels sprouts cut-side down and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender. …
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Italian Sausage Soup
Recipe from All Recipes Ingredients 1 pound Italian sausage 1 clove garlic, minced 2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes 1 cup sliced carrots 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (14.5 ounce) can great Northern beans, undrained 2 small zucchini, cubed 2 cups spinach – packed, rinsed and torn Directions Heat a stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage and garlic; cook and stir until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in broth, tomatoes, and carrots; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 15 …
Italian Sausage Soup
Recipe from All Recipes Ingredients 1 pound Italian sausage 1 clove garlic, minced 2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes 1 cup sliced carrots 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (14.5 ounce) can great Northern beans, undrained 2 small zucchini, cubed 2 cups spinach – packed, rinsed and torn Directions Heat a stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage and garlic; cook and stir until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in broth, tomatoes, and carrots; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 15 …
Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast
Ingredients For the Roasted Strawberries: 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar Pinch of salt For the Whipped Ricotta: 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For Assembly: 4 slices of crusty bread, toasted Fresh thyme or basil leaves optional Extra honey for drizzling Directions Prepare the Roasted Strawberries: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Spread the strawberries in a single layer on the prepared baking …
Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast
Ingredients For the Roasted Strawberries: 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar Pinch of salt For the Whipped Ricotta: 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For Assembly: 4 slices of crusty bread, toasted Fresh thyme or basil leaves optional Extra honey for drizzling Directions Prepare the Roasted Strawberries: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Spread the strawberries in a single layer on the prepared baking …
Tzatziki Chicken & Veggie Naan Pizza
Ingredients 2 naan breads 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup cucumber, diced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the naan breads on a baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil. Spread half of the tzatziki sauce evenly over each naan.Top each naan with shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top, followed …
Tzatziki Chicken & Veggie Naan Pizza
Ingredients 2 naan breads 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup cucumber, diced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the naan breads on a baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil. Spread half of the tzatziki sauce evenly over each naan.Top each naan with shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top, followed …
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Linguine
Ingredients For the Chicken – 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 1 teaspoon garlic powder – 1/2 tsp smoked paprika – 1/2 tsp salt – 1/4 tsp black pepper – 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil – 2 Tbsp butter – 3 garlic cloves (minced) – Juice of 1 lemon (approx 3 Tbsp) – 1 tsp lemon zest – 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish) For the Linguine – 12 oz linguine – 2 Tbsp butter – 1 garlic clove, minced – 1/2 c heavy cream – 3/4 c grated parmesan cheese – juice of 1/2 lemon (approx 1 1/2 …
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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Linguine
Ingredients For the Chicken – 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 1 teaspoon garlic powder – 1/2 tsp smoked paprika – 1/2 tsp salt – 1/4 tsp black pepper – 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil – 2 Tbsp butter – 3 garlic cloves (minced) – Juice of 1 lemon (approx 3 Tbsp) – 1 tsp lemon zest – 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish) For the Linguine – 12 oz linguine – 2 Tbsp butter – 1 garlic clove, minced – 1/2 c heavy cream – 3/4 c grated parmesan cheese – juice of 1/2 lemon (approx 1 1/2 …
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Grilled Flat Bread
Ingredients – 3 cups flour, bread or all-purpose* (396 g) – 1 teaspoon salt (3.5 g) – 1 teaspoon instant yeast (4 g) – 1 1/4 cups warm water – 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing (43 g) – Flaky salt, for finishing – 4 cloves of garlic, minced – A large sprig of rosemary and parsley, chopped – Other toppings for pizza (optional) Directions: In a large bowl (regular or the bowl of a stand mixer,) stir together the flour, salt and yeast. Make a well in the middle of the bowl and add the warm …
Grilled Flat Bread
Ingredients – 3 cups flour, bread or all-purpose* (396 g) – 1 teaspoon salt (3.5 g) – 1 teaspoon instant yeast (4 g) – 1 1/4 cups warm water – 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing (43 g) – Flaky salt, for finishing – 4 cloves of garlic, minced – A large sprig of rosemary and parsley, chopped – Other toppings for pizza (optional) Directions: In a large bowl (regular or the bowl of a stand mixer,) stir together the flour, salt and yeast. Make a well in the middle of the bowl and add the warm …
Lemon Olive Oil Cookies
Recipe and Photo Credit Daen’s Kitchen Ingredients Cookies 2 cups white all purpose flour sifted 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 cup icing sugar sifted 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 lemons zested 1 egg room temperature Lemon Drizzle 1/2 tbsp lemon juice lemon zest for sprinkling 1 cup icing sugar Directions Cookies Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Sift flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl and set to the side. Beat the icing sugar, olive oil, lemon zest and juice in a free standing mixer on a medium speed until all ingredients …
Lemon Olive Oil Cookies
Recipe and Photo Credit Daen’s Kitchen Ingredients Cookies 2 cups white all purpose flour sifted 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 cup icing sugar sifted 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 lemons zested 1 egg room temperature Lemon Drizzle 1/2 tbsp lemon juice lemon zest for sprinkling 1 cup icing sugar Directions Cookies Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Sift flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl and set to the side. Beat the icing sugar, olive oil, lemon zest and juice in a free standing mixer on a medium speed until all ingredients …
Olive Oil Marinated Feta
Recipe and Photo Credit The Spruce Eats Ingredients – 1/2 pound feta cheese – 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil – 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., oregano, parsley, thyme, mint, dill) – 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional Directions Place feta on a medium-sized plate or serving platter. Drizzle olive oil over the top. Sprinkle the herbs and red pepper flakes on the feta.If you use fresh herbs, you can garnish the plate with leftover sprigs of herbs. Serve with a sliced baguette or crackers.
Olive Oil Marinated Feta
Recipe and Photo Credit The Spruce Eats Ingredients – 1/2 pound feta cheese – 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil – 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., oregano, parsley, thyme, mint, dill) – 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional Directions Place feta on a medium-sized plate or serving platter. Drizzle olive oil over the top. Sprinkle the herbs and red pepper flakes on the feta.If you use fresh herbs, you can garnish the plate with leftover sprigs of herbs. Serve with a sliced baguette or crackers.
