By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ The temperatures this week have me thinking about all things cozy - sweaters, candles, hot tea, blankets...and soup! 🙂 This recipe is actually modeled after a sausage, potato, kale and onion soup my Mom makes ...
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Green Lentil Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ As fall approaches and the school year kicks in, it's always nice to have a few easy recipes on hand. Although we are reaching the end of summer vegetables, this recipe is easy and flexible ...
Mediterranean Quinoa with Tomatoes and Arugula >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ I have been missing all of the unique cuisines I would have through travel or simply eating out. However, this pandemic has inspired me to bring more unique flavors and combinations into my meals at ...
Late Summer Gado-gado >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ I can't believe it is September already! The summer season has flown by. To savor the last of all the summer goodness, I made my very own version of a late summer Gado-gado salad. This ...
Simple Summer Taco Salad >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Now that we’ve hit the month of September, it feels like summer is slowly winding down. I always view Labor Day Weekend as the last summer “hurrah” filled with food and family time. There’s nothing ...
Sweet and Creamy Shishito Pepper Chicken >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Looking for a satisfying and flavorful dinner idea for the week? Look no further than this cheese stuffed, shishito topped baked chicken recipe! I love the combination of flavors in this dish - a creaminess ...
Broiled Green Tomatoes and Fresh Peaches >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Peaches and tomatoes are a beautiful combination. I enjoy this dish because it combines the warmth of broiled tomatoes with the coolness of fresh cut peaches. Having the tomatoes heated as well brings forth a ...
Watermelon Basil Wine Slushie >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Wine slushies will always "scream" summer for me. I've had them at a handful of wineries, but at times I feel the "fruit base" is actually a lot of artificial flavors and colors but not ...
Crispy Sheet Pan Red Potatoes and Sweet Onions >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ I love sheet pan meals and side dishes. Anything that's easy in the food prep realm I am always game for. Crispy sheet pan potatoes are a favorite of mine, because it's a super hands ...
Overnight Crunchy Pickled Peppers >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Quick pickling has easily become one of my new favorite ways to prepare crunchy, flavorful vegetables to add to sandwiches, salads, pasta, egg scrambles - you name it! A lot of quick pickling methods use ...
Basil, Peach and Goat Cheese Toast >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Simple summer recipes are incredibly enjoyable. Especially on hot July days, when it's somewhat unimaginable to have to turn on a stove for any sustained period of time. Local peach season is one of my ...
Creamy Beet and Basil Risotto >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Risotto is a traditional Northern Italian rice dish. You have likely experienced its deliciousness in Italian restaurants or have made the dish at home for a special meal. When I crave "comfort foods", risotto is ...