Serving Up Small Batch Happiness
It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, a hearty beef stew tastes like home. This Irish Beef and Guinness Stew is easy to make and packs a flavor punch thanks to stout beer, porcini powder and lots of time (and Thyme!). You don’t have to be Irish or celebrating St. Patrick’s Day to love this flavorful dish. Serve it over a side of mashed potatoes and with a pint. It is a comfort food that is delicious all year round.
Steam buns (aka Bao) have a long history in Chinese cuisine, with some historians dating them as far back as 700-400 BC. While their history may be long, they are a relatively new favorite to Westerners. In large cities, you’ll find restaurants and food carts dedicated to these deliciously filled buns. If you don’t have access to one of these bao specialists, no fear. You can now easily make them at home! This recipe is for ground pork bao, but you can easily change the filling to your favorite protein.
Creamy Garlic Gnocchi Bake is a dish that is light on dishes and big on flavor! This easy pasta bake takes its inspiration from some of my Italian favorites: Fettuccine Alfredo, Carbonara and Gnocchi. With its creamy, garlic sauce and pillow-y gnocchi, it is sure to be a family favorite at your house too.
You won’t be one taco short of a fiesta platter with this family-friendly casserole. This easy bake casserole includes all the taco platter goodness in one convenient dish. Layers of tortilla chips, beans, rice, meat and cheese come together in Taco Tuesday perfection. Even better, you can set the table with a variety of toppings, so that everyone can personalize the dish to their liking!
Roast Gnocchi with Sage Vegetables is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is flavorful enough for weekend entertaining. Rather than boil the pasta, I oven bake it with fresh vegetables and a generous helping of bacon. This family favorite is so good, you won’t miss sauce.
I'm a professional photographer and storyteller based in Portland, Oregon. I'm also a globetrotting foodie and culinary explorer. I'm obsessed with bold seasonings and take pride in my ever-growing spice collection. As a self-taught home chef/baker, I occasionally share the kitchen with two amazing sous chefs (my husband and young daughter). When I'm not behind the camera, you'll find me planning my next flavor adventure, whether it be on the road or in my kitchen.