If you think breaded fish always involves frying it in oil, wait until you try this recipe. This delicious crispy breaded fish is made by baking it in the oven – no frying required! There are several advantages to baking the breaded fish instead of frying: 1) Baking the fish is healthier than frying because…
What’s for dinner?  If figuring out what to make for dinner is always a struggle at your house, I have great news for you! Introducing: a solution to “what’s for dinner” crisis! Every week on Mondays I publish a new meal plan with fresh new recipes and ideas on what to cook! Best of all, these…
“Sushi in the suburbs” – if this phrase evokes the images of uninspired overpriced sushi, be prepared to break this stereotype when you head over to Hakuya Sushi in Buffalo Grove.  Yes, in Buffalo Grove – the place that would never come to mind when thinking of a hip sushi restaurant. Buffalo Grove is an…
Here’s what’s for dinner this week: Monday – Roasted Chicken With Potatoes, Tuesday – Cajun Rice With Ground Beef, Wednesday – Portobello Pizza, Thursday – Grilled Salmon Salad, Friday – Pasta With Chicken, Mushroom & Asparagus.
Do you spend more time figuring out what to make for dinner than actually making dinner? Do you reach for the takeout menu because you just can’t make up your mind on what to cook? Do you waste time aimlessly roaming the grocery store in search of dinner inspiration, just to realize that you forgot to buy something when you get home?
Got some overripe bananas? I have a great use for them: banana bread muffins! These delicious breakfast muffins are basically a banana bread in a muffin form. This easy recipe combines fresh ripe bananas with butter, sugar, egg and flour to bake into an amazing-smelling tender and moist banana muffin – what a great way…
Toasted Sugared Slivered Almonds are amazing as a salad topping or a cake topping!  They are so crunchy and addictive – you just can’t stop eating them! If you are looking for a perfect salad topping, you must try these toasted sugared slivered almonds. They transform any ordinary salad into an exciting gourmet dish!  Deep toasted…
This Portobello Pizza With Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, And Cherry Tomatoes is a delightful way to enjoy pizza without the carbs! The juicy mushroom caps provide the perfect base, while fresh mozzarella and vibrant cherry tomatoes create a cheesy, veggie-packed pizza that’s both satisfying and nutritious. It’s a great vegetarian meal that’s quick, easy, and full…
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Apricot Jalapeno Garlic Chicken Legs! This recipe combines sweet apricot jam, spicy jalapenos, and savory garlic for a flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for families or gatherings, these juicy baked chicken legs are sure to become a household favorite. These Apricot…
Roasted potatoes is one of my most common go-to side dishes. After trying out many different recipes it’s always comforting to go back to basics – meat and potatoes :)  Potatoes are a universal favorite, so if you are looking to make a side dish for a crowd, potatoes are always a great choice. This…