Keeping it real
Pinto Bean Soup w/ Food Storage
Food storage. Let’s chat for a hot second. Do you have it? Do you wonder what you’re gonna make with it? Do you need good recipes for it? Do you have beans? Well, if your answer is YES to all those questions, and want to make a delicious lunch or dinner, this is the recipe…
Read MoreCami’s Chicken Broccoli Alfredo (NEW)
Cami is loving to cook. And if I’ve learned anything as a parent, is to let your kids develop their talents. And Cami LOVES to cook and bake. And I LOVE to allow that to happen. Rarely the week goes by without her making creations in the kitchen. She makes dinner sometimes twice a week,…
Read MoreHoney Walnut Shrimp
I first did this recipe for Studio 5 in September 2013. And it’s still a favorite that I order every time I go to Asian Star here in Midvale, Utah. I made this for Valentine’s Day this year, and I am now going to make this a tradition each Valentine’s Day. Honey Walnut Shrimp. (*mouth…
Read MoreTeriyaki Chicken Pizza- more Japanese Italian Fusion
First let’s talk authentic pizza crust. My cousin gave me this recipe YEARS ago, and I’ve never made another crust since. It’s the perfect combo of crunchy, chewy and soft all rolled into one recipes. Authentic Pizza Crust 1 ¾ cups warm water 4 cups flour 1 tablespoon instant yeast 2 teaspoon salt Mix water,…
Read MoreBetter than TAKEOUT- Vegetable Tikki Masala
This recipe is so fast! And it’s totally delicious. Win-Win. Vegetable Tikki Masala 2 cups cooked Jasmine rice 1 medium potato 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks diced 1 small onion 12 oz. garbanzo beans, drained 2 bay leaves 1 tsp. Kosher salt 1 tsp. Garam Masala 1 jar Patak’s Tikki Masala sauce 14 oz.…
Read MoreSunday Pot Roast on Studio 5
My favorite dinner of all time. I believe sometimes this meal gets a bad rap. But really, take away all the extras that are added and it’s healthy. Plus, this recipe is packed with lots of flavor. YUM. Sunday Pot Roast 2-3 lb.s Beef Chuck roast 4 medium carrots 1 small onion 6 russet potatoes…
Read MoreSalsa Chicken on Studio 5
Salsa Chicken 2 lbs. frozen chicken breast 1 cup your favorite salsa 1 tsp.-1 tbsp. yellow curry 1 tsp. Kosher salt Rice or Quinoa for serving Green onion and cilantro for garnish Place the chicken, salsa, curry, and salt in an instant pot. Cook on high pressure for 25-30 minutes. Once the pressure has released,…
Read MoreAutumn Bolognese with Ravioli- A quick Dinner Rescue
It’s always a beautiful thing, when a dinner warms your heart and soul, as well as your belly. This recipe is RICH with flavor and is fast and easy to assemble. It’s so amazing….. I just can’t. I can’t seem to describe it adequately. Just make it. You’ll be so glad you did. Autumn Bolognese…
Read MoreHawaiian Pork Sliders with Studio 5
Hey! It’s witching hour. Literally. Here’s a great easy pulled pork recipe, I like to serve with buns, slaw or mac salad. Easy dinner. And everyone is happy with full tummies. Dinner can be ready, and you can use this recipe in the instant pot too. Sweet Hawaiian Pulled Pork 2-3 lbs. pork loin ½…
Read MoreAward winning Cincinnati Chili
Here’s the thing. I love to cook. And I also love to share what I make with those I love. If I feed you, I love you. My neighborhood was hosting a Halloween party with a chili cook off. I had heard of this event, but didn’t know the details. Brian asked me if I…
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