Category: EAT/DRINK
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Outside-In Cheeseburgers
Let’s just start by getting the obvious out of the way. This is not health food. This is cheesy, beefy goodness. Please send my apologies to your swimsuit. But, I don’t think either of you will be disappointed. Outside-In Cheeseburgers Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef Block of sharp white cheddar Worcestershire sauce…
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Mediterranean Night
While Keegan was away for work a few weeks ago, I decided to make a Mediterranean inspired dinner for Ellie and I. I liked the idea of something casual where we could build our own plates. This sort of set-up is typically a hit with toddlers, because they can opt out of things they don’t…
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Build Your Own S’mores Bar
Have you seen these build your own s’mores bars that have been popping up lately? The idea is really simple. You start with your basic s’mores ingredients and then, add in a few extras, like almond butter and peanut butter cups. When you’re ready to serve, you place all the components on a tray or platter…
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Tropical Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are kind of having a moment right now. If you’re not familiar, the recipe to make them is dead simple. Just combine almond milk (or regular milk) with oats in a bowl and refrigerate overnight. The next morning you awake to a healthy and filling breakfast. In this version, I fancy things up…
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Lemon, Garlic and Thyme Grilled Chicken Thighs
Are you firing up the grill this weekend for the 4th of July too? Well, I’m pleased to report I have something tasty to add alongside your hamburgers and brawts. These lemon, garlic and thyme chicken thighs are simple to make and so good. Chicken thighs are marinated for about 30 minutes, giving you time to…
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Roasted Potatoes with a Lemon Vinaigrette
I think we should talk about these potatoes. For starters, they’re roasted until golden brown and lightly crisp. Then, as soon as they’re out of the oven, they’re tossed in a bright, flavorful lemon vinaigrette that pairs perfectly with warm summer nights and impromptu cookouts. I love dishes like this one where the cooking is largely…
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Salad Dressing Recipes on Better KC
So I was on T.V. last week. It was scary, and I was nervous, but I’m so glad I did it. Here’s the official clip, along with details on the two salad dressings I made on air. KCTV5 Mustard Vinaigrette Ingredients 1 tsp. Dijon mustard ¼ tsp. agave syrup 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar Salt…
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4-Ingredient Homemade La Croix
A month ago, I hosted a few friends over at the house and picked up some La Croix for the event. When Ellie saw the lilac cans, she had a lot of questions. One was whether or not we could make it. I thought about it for a minute and said yes. Then, every week,…
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4 Ingredient Salad: Mango and Avocado
Quick and simple, this mango and avocado salad is greater than the sum of its parts. Honey is quickly whisked with fresh lime juice, salt and pepper to form a dressing. Then, sliced mango and avocado are added, and it’s all gently tossed together. The fresh flavors and bright colors make it festive enough for…
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Fajita Bowls
Rice bowls are kind of having a moment, and it’s because of a lot of reasons. For starters, they are highly customizable. I’ve used brown rice, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and even a fried egg over the years. In addition to their flexibility, they also come together really quickly. You can easily scale them up and…