Curated Recipes for Curious Girls
When I lived in California, I worked at a lovely French restaurant named Matisse. They had the absolute best sauce for a Ribeye steak (which I still try to imitate at home). One of my other favorites was what they called “Shrimp Provencale.” It’s a very simple recipe and will […]
The best part about this recipes is how ridiculously easy it is to make. And, it looks good too! Your friends will think you are a gourmet chef! Smashing the potatoes and giving them additional cooking time, creates a nice crisp exterior while the inside stays creamy. They remind me […]
If you are trying to eat on the healthier side, this is a great go-to meal. Because it is delicious at room temperature, it can also be a good choice for taking a healthy lunch to work or school. We sometimes add some warmed turkey from the deli or put […]
Because it requires very little cooking, this is a perfect salad for the hot days of summer! In fact, we enjoy it dressed with a lovely champagne shallot vinaigrette and served with some crusty French Bread. Print Recipe Salad Nicoise Prep Time20 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time40 mins Course: Main Course, […]
My husband LOVES Chicken Parmesan and considers himself a connoisseur. This comes from his first job working at an Italian restaurant as a dishwasher. Although he didn’t make a lot, he did get a free meal at the end of his shift and it was almost always Chicken Parmesan. To […]
Let’s say you crave Japanese food but can’t go out due to a tight budget. Not only will this recipe satisfy the urge, but it also won’t break the bank! You can purchase a large cod filet at your local grocery for about five bucks. And, it will normally be […]
I found this recipe years ago on the Real Simple website. My family went nuts for it the first time I made it! Today, it is still one of their favorites. Over the years, we have made a few slight changes. For example, we like to use pork chops […]
So this isn’t the healthiest of recipes, but it sure is tasty! We found it to be a great way to use our leftover barbecue. If you don’t have any leftovers, purchase some BBQ chicken or pulled pork from your local grocery. Many groceries are now selling whole BBQ chickens […]
Alright, let’s talk gravy. I grew up in Arkansas and had biscuits and gravy just about every Sunday morning, or at least as often as I could. I absolutely love the stuff. Although, we have it much, much less frequently nowadays. Given that I consider myself to be a bit […]
Collard Greens are ubiquitous in the South. You find hundreds of variations, but no two are exactly the same. Normally, Southern greens are cooked down in a flavorful stock and served alongside a nice piece of yellow cornbread. However, they take on a different and bright, nutty flavor from a […]
I am a passionate home cook and Stepmom to two amazing daughters! I started this blog as a place for them to find easy, budget friendly recipes as they continue learning to cook for themselves. I have included many of our family favorites and a few heirloom recipes that are unique to us. Welcome to our table and thanks for stopping by!