Dauphinoise Potatoes (aka Potato Gratin)
This is a wonderful potato casserole from the southeast part of France. Works great on a buffet too if you like room temp…
Mango Chicken Curry
Lovers of Indian food are going to go ga-ga for this meal! And it comes together in 30 minutes or less. It’s totally delicious.
Caramelized Leek Mashed Potatoes
These have been the most popular mashed potatoes at my table. People don't often remark about the mashed potatoes. They usually…
Creamed Orzo with Leeks and Parmesan
Orzo is a wonderful, tiny pasta. This is the most requested side dish recipe I get from dinner guests–but watch your portion…
Thai Chicken
This dish is super easy and a one pan job if you have a cast iron pan.. Serve with green beans and eat them with your fingers if…
Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches with Amazing BBQ Sauce
I have to say I “woofed” my dinner! I have never said that in my life, but I found this sandwich to be incredible! My husband…
Cincinnati Chili (EASY)
This is a famous chili that probably should not even be called a chili. It was invented by two brothers who emigrated from Europe…
Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
In a hurry to make dinner? These tacos are quick and easy. Depending on how much preparation you do in advance, this dish can…
Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema
These taste so fresh! They remind me of the best tacos I had in Cancun.
Chicken “Chimichangas”
At first you’d think chimichangas would be high carb. The good news is they have low carb tortillas at the grocery store that…
Grilled Asian Salmon
When my husband is in the mood for Asian food, this is his favorite dish: It’s a super easy dish, so it doesn’t take much to talk…
Creamy, Cheesy, Garlicky Shrimp
This dish tastes very much like Shrimp Scampi that you might order in an Italian restaurant. The addition of cheese takes it over…
Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Zucchini, Baby Bok Choy and Cherry Tomatoes
This dish is both spicy and sweet. I made it on the less spicy side for my current tastes but it’s easy to have a jar of cracked…
Shrimp Scampi (ZReboot 3.5 Version)
This is a classic Italian dish. The one you order at Olive Garden will have WAY more pasta than this dish will have. That’s okay.…
Easy Enchiladas
This dish comes together in a flash. If you are doing beef enchiladas, I recommend red sauce. If you are doing chicken, I…
Beef Enchiladas
This version of our enchilada offerings does include a tortilla. It’s not a large one and we over-stuff it so we keep the carbs…
Mexican Dinner Salad
On a hot day, this salad is a winner. It comes together quickly. You don’t even have to turn on the oven (if you have a grill).
Veggie Tart
This makes a lovely lunch or dinner with a salad on the side. Tastes very French or Italian. Vegetarians who eat dairy will love…
Juicy Tomato Pesto Tart
I used big, ruby red and ripe tomatoes to make this. I cut the slices fairly thick too. That contributes to the juiciness. This…
Dump and Bake Casserole (EASY)
I’ll lay out the instructions with chicken, but it can also be made with ham, tuna (canned or fresh cooked) smoked chicken or…
Lobster Rolls
The best lobster rolls I ever had were served by my mother-in-law Sally at their cottage in Maine. I never asked her for the…
Pecan Crusted Fish Fillets with Lemon Sauce
I made my version of this with salmon because it’s my husband’s favorite. I can see this being done with any thick fish fillet.…
