Aylar: Nisan 2020

This pasta carbonara is spaghetti tossed in a creamy egg based sauce with plenty of bacon and parmesan cheese. A classic Italian dish that can be on the table in just 20 minutes! When I’m looking for a meal that can be on the table in minutes, I turn to shrimp stir fry, baked salmon and this […]

This recipe for mozzarella sticks is cheese coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, then deep fried until golden brown and crispy. A fun and easy appetizer option that’s even better than what you would get at a restaurant. When I’m entertaining, I like to serve a variety of snacks such as baked chicken wings, bean dip, and these cheesy […]

This turkey chili is a blend of ground turkey, tomatoes, spices and beans, all simmered together to make a delicious and hearty meal. A lighter version of the classic chili that’s easy to make and always gets rave reviews! You can never go wrong with a bowl of soup on a cold day, whether it’s cheeseburger […]

These chicken tacos are warm flour tortillas filled with diced marinated chicken, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado and cheese. A quick and easy dinner option that’s easy to customize to your tastes, and is perfect for feeding a crowd. You can never go wrong with tacos, whether it’s shrimp tacos with mango salsa, savory steak tacos, or […]

These mini pizzas are crescent roll dough topped with sauce, cheese and toppings, then baked to golden brown perfection. A bite sized version of pizza that makes for a fun and unique appetizer. Everyone loves the flavor of pizza, whether it’s pizza pasta, pizza dip or these cute and easy miniature pepperoni pizzas. Both kids and adults […]

This Mexican salad is a blend of mixed greens, black beans, tomatoes, corn, avocado, cotija cheese and tortilla strips all tossed in a tangy lime dressing. The perfect salad to accompany any Mexican meal, or add grilled chicken to make it a main course! Whenever I’m making Mexican food, I like to include a variety […]

This grilled eggplant is marinated in garlic and herbs, then cooked until tender and golden brown. An easy and healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of grilled meats and seafood. You can’t go wrong with grilled veggies, whether it’s grilled zucchini, grilled asparagus, or this smoky and savory eggplant. You can serve this eggplant as-is, […]

This Asian slaw is a blend of cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, almonds and fresh herbs, all tossed in a homemade sesame ginger dressing. A fresh and delicious side dish that pairs well with chicken, seafood and beef. I’m always looking for simple salads to go alongside our meals. Some of my favorite recipes include green bean […]

This avocado toast is fresh avocado mashed with lemon juice, olive oil and seasonings, then spread over sourdough bread. A quick and easy meal or snack option that can be customized in so many different ways. When I need a quick meal to start my day, I turn to chia pudding, egg muffins or this 5 minute […]

This sirloin steak is seared to golden brown perfection, then topped with garlic and herb butter. A simple, yet totally satisfying way to enjoy steak that’s easy enough for an everyday meal, yet elegant enough for company. You can never go wrong with steak for dinner, whether it’s steak fajitas, mushroom steak, or this tender and juicy […]