By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ The cool and chilly fall weather has me craving all types of soup! I love a good squash soup, and Taproot Farm's Honeynut Winter Squash are perfect for a sweet and flavorful soup base. This ...
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Local Cheesesteak Bowl >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ This dish is a tribute to all of my Philadelphia friends and family as we kickoff a different type of 2020 football season! I've heard from many that watching football on TV and other sports ...
Creamy Collard Greens, Sweet Sausage, Pepper and Potato Soup >
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...