Pesto Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Tree (Festive Holiday Appetizer) This Pesto Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Tree is a stunning yet incredibly easy holiday appetizer that always steals the spotlight. Flaky, golden puff pastry is layered with fragrant basil pesto and gooey melted cheese, then shaped into a festive Christmas tree that’s perfect for Christmas parties, … Read more
Mediterranean Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl The Mediterranean Greek-Style Beef and Zucchini Rice Bowl is a comforting, balanced meal that brings together savory spiced beef, tender zucchini, fluffy rice, and classic Greek flavors. It is inspired by everyday Mediterranean home cooking where simple ingredients are cooked with care and layered for both taste and … Read more
John Wayne Casserole (Hearty Southwestern Classic) The John Wayne Casserole is a bold, comforting, Southwestern-style dish made famous at community cookouts and church potlucks. It layers a biscuit-style base with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes with green chilies, peppers, onions, and a rich, cheesy topping with a hint of tang. Hearty, filling, and full of Tex-Mex … Read more
Mediterranean Crispy Feta Bites with Roasted Cranberry Pecan Sauce Mediterranean Crispy Feta Bites with Roasted Cranberry Pecan Sauce are a bold, elegant appetizer that balances salty, creamy, crispy, and sweet flavors in one bite. Firm feta is coated in a light crust and baked until golden, creating a crisp exterior with a warm, tangy center. … Read more
Mediterranean Warm Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Skillet with Lemon-Honey Tahini This Mediterranean Warm Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Skillet with Lemon-Honey Tahini is the kind of meal that feels grounding and fresh at the same time. It is built around simple pantry staples like lentils, seasonal vegetables, olive oil, and tahini, brought together with bright lemon … Read more
Mediterranean Layered Sweet Potato, Pumpkin, Carrot Lasagna with Feta, Walnuts and Pomegranate-Honey Glaze This Mediterranean Layered Sweet Potato, Pumpkin, and Carrot Lasagna is a stunning plant-forward dish that feels both rustic and elegant. Instead of pasta sheets, thinly sliced vegetables form tender, naturally sweet layers that bake into a comforting, sliceable casserole. Creamy feta adds … Read more
Mediterranean Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Mediterranean Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a lighter, well-balanced take on the classic dessert, inspired by Mediterranean baking principles. This version focuses on natural sweetness from carrots, warm spices, olive oil instead of heavy butter, and a restrained but creamy frosting that complements rather than overwhelms … Read more
Burrata Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes, Fresh Basil & Sweet Corn This elegant yet easy pasta features jammy roasted tomatoes, sweet bursts of corn, and torn creamy burrata that melts luxuriously into the warm pasta. Finished with fresh basil and olive oil, it’s a light, comforting Italian-inspired dish that feels restaurant-quality but comes together simply. Prep … Read more
Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup with Herbs This creamy roasted tomato soup is deep, rich, and naturally sweet from oven-roasted tomatoes. Blended with garlic, olive oil, and fragrant Mediterranean herbs, then finished with cream for silkiness, it’s a comforting classic—perfect for chilly evenings or light lunches. Prep time: 10 minutes Roast time: 30 minutes Simmer & … Read more
Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits These fluffy, buttery biscuits are packed with sharp cheddar cheese and bits of jalapeno for a savory, bakery-style treat. Crisp on the outside, soft and tender inside, they’re perfect for breakfast, soup nights, or as a party side. Easily adjustable from mild to spicy. Prep time: 15 minutes Bake time: 15–18 minutes … Read more
