This Chicken Wild Rice Soup is a classic Midwestern recipe, especially in Minnesota where wild rice has been harvested in canoes for generations. As a classically-trained chef, I love revisiting regional recipes to explore their flavors and learn how people feed their families. There is always a lot to learn, and I remain an eager student.
Learn how to make Turkey Roll Ups at home, just like the ones from Costco. They are easy to make, cheaper, and tastier than the store-bought version, and you don’t have to fight the crowds to enjoy them.
There’s so much to love about springy pasta, creamy pesto sauce, and bright diced tomatoes, so it’s no wonder Pesto Cavatappi is Noodles and Company’s most popular dish. Here’s the perfected copycat recipe that’s faster, less expensive, and maybe even just a little more delicious.
Put leftover chicken to work in this easy Mexican Chicken Soup recipe. It comes together fast, and it’s good for whatever ails you, even if it’s just a case of the Monday blues.
This beloved recipe for Hawaiian Macaroni Salad, aka “mac salad,” has soft noodles, creamy dressing, and lots of shredded carrots. It’s perfect for a plate lunch, luaus, and barbecues.
This easy sandwich recipe can be yours in just 10 minutes. Caprese Sandwiches are a dreamy summer lunch idea; perfect for potlucks and picnics. The basil pesto aioli beautifully echoes the fresh basil leaves, making this one of the best summer sandwich recipes I’ve ever eaten.
Crispy, crunchy, and oh-so-delicious, this Pork Tenderloin Sandwich is a Midwestern classic and popular at the Iowa State Fair. Served on hot and fresh on a soft bun with lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise, it’s almost too good to be true!
This easy Caprese Salad recipe tastes like summer on a plate. Ready in just 7 minutes, this no-cook side dish idea asks for just 3 fresh ingredients and a couple of pantry staples. Talk about a no-sweat summer recipe!
The Best Bacon Cheeseburger has a thin and crispy smashburger-style patty, plenty of bacon, gooey cheese, and all your favorite toppings. Add grilled onions cooked in bacon fat if that’s your jam! This one’s a “must-make” for burger lovers everywhere.
This luscious Burrata Salad is made with peppery arugula, ripe, juicy peaches, plenty of creamy Burrata cheese, and lightly sweetened white wine vinaigrette. It’s the perfect antidote to a hot summer’s day when stone fruit is vibrant and plentiful.