Each week I try to not be the worst cook in America
Last weeks attempt at making fried chicken, and succeeding at it, influenced me to attempt another daunting dish. SCALLOPS. I have read numerous times that is it so easy to overcook scallops and they can turn rubbery. Truthfully, overcooking might as well be my middle name. But, putting all fears aside and still living off… Continue reading Week 29: Scallops with a Corn Salad and Parmesan Risotto
One of my most favorite foods is fried chicken. I have the biggest fear of butchering one of my favorite meals, but I figured it was time to attempt this difficult dish. I fried chicken wings in week 3 but there is a difference between crispy wings and that extra crispy restaurant quality chicken. Shockingly, I… Continue reading Week 28: Fried Chicken Sandwhich
This week I came across an enticing side dish, and decided that a nice delicious steak would go perfectly with a marinated zucchini, caramelized onion and tomato salad. I first started by seasoning the Ribeye steak with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder, and then let it marinade for about 30 minutes. Next I… Continue reading Week 27: Grilled Ribeye with Marinated Zucchini, Onion and Tomato Salad
This week I was craving pizza, but also wanted to be healthy. So my solution was to make these absolutely delicious zucchini pizza boats. I came across the idea of a zucchini boat while sifting though pinterest, and there are a thousand different zucchini boat dishes you can make. When I saw a bunch of… Continue reading Week 26: Zucchini Pizza Boats
Wednesday was the 4th of July, or the day where you ask yourself "how many barbecues is too many barbecues?" In the spirit of the holiday, this week I bring you a BBQ chicken family recipe! This BBQ sauce has been a staple in my household for as long as I can imagine. I am sure… Continue reading Week 25: BBQ Chicken and Seasoned Potatoes
My love for Hawaiian rice bowl's called Poke, are a new obsession, and one I crave almost as much as sushi. The fresh fish mixed with rice, fresh veggies and fruits and flavorful sauces are the perfect combination for a delicious meal. Recently one of my friends mentioned she made one, and I figured it… Continue reading Week 24: Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
Taco Tuesday in my house typically consists of your basic ground beef hard shell taco with lettuce, tomato, avocado and cheese. While delicious, I figured this week I would mix it up a bit. I have always been a big fan of fruit in my tacos, so when I came across this recipe for fish… Continue reading Week 23: Tilapia Fish Tacos with a Cucumber and Pineapple slaw
Since last weeks dish was a little on the easier side, I challenged myself this week. Despite the fact that this dish required a lot of different ingredients, when I saw the pictures for this dish I was extremely excited! The mixture of steak, and Asian flavors really made this a savory and hearty meal.… Continue reading Week 22: Mongolian Beef Ramen
I have seen cauliflower steaks on a number of restaurant menus, and I wanted to see what all the hype was about. Personally, I feel that cauliflower has made quite a comeback, and I love cooking it as a side dish. But this week I decided to mix things up, and make cauliflower the star… Continue reading Week 20: Cauliflower Steak
My love for Thai food is real, and tends to be my typical Sunday night carry-out choice. I switch between pad thai and pad see ew as my go-to's, so I figured if I could make one of these dishes as good as the restaurant down the street, then my wallet would be very happy!… Continue reading Week 19: Chicken Pad Thai
