Thanks to a recent Chronicles of Narnia themed school party (and signing up to bring a dessert), I was inspired to create this “Turkish Delight Cake”. But I can’t take all of the creative credit — here’s how it went down: Continue reading
The June cooking class schedule is up! Stay tuned for July + August. If you have a date or class you’d like to request, I’d love to try and accommodate you. Just email me at emily@foodforayear.com and we’ll figure it out!
It’s time to mix it up a little! Here’s a twist of my tried and true “Big Country Breakfast Bread Pudding”. Sun-dried tomatoes, feta and fresh spinach help to make this a totally different dish that’s sure to become your new favorite for brunches, breakfasts or even a simple delicious breakfast for dinner!
Mexican food is pretty much my love language. I can’t seem to get enough of the big, bold, spicy flavors that are notorious with this type of cuisine. But then I seem to find myself wondering why exercise isn’t making a difference in my pants size… hmmm… Continue reading
When I think of pot roast, I have two memories:
First, as a kid, I kind of dreaded “pot roast” Sunday because sometimes (not always) the pot roast was so tough and dry. It was those tough & dry occasions that made me dislike roast altogether.
Second, it always seemed so complicated. Pre-browning, seasoning, flour, peeling veggies, grease splatter on the stovetop and a looming smell of roast in my hair as I sit in the pew at church. Continue reading
This creamed corn side dish is a recipe I keep in my back pocket, ready to use when I am short on time and need a full flavored, simple recipe that is sure to please everyone. Now, before I share this recipe — be warned. This one is certain to break any New Year’s resolutions that involve fitting into a smaller size of pants.
Once cold weather strikes, a common recipe request I receive is “chili”. Surprisingly, I have never taken the time to write out a chili recipe — rather, I have just dumped, stirred and tasted until it hits all the notes I love. But recently, I decided to slow down and write out my recipe. I’m excited to finally be able share it (and all my secrets) with you! Continue reading
Whew — the holidays hit and life has been a blur ever since! I’ve gotten so far behind that I am tempted to got sit in a dark corner and stare at a wall until spring. But that’s not an option so I’ll just tell you a little bit about what’s occupied my time and then I’ll start working on writing the post for a yummy chili recipe ((coming soon)). Continue reading
Time for a simple fall dinnertime solution! This homemade chicken soup is sure to hit the spot after a long day — a short prep and a long stay in the oven is all that’s between you a some yummy homemade chicken soup. Continue reading
This Hearty Herbed Chicken & Sweet Potato soup is so easy to make and…it is good for you too! But easy and healthy won’t be the first thing that comes to your mind when you take your first bite of this hearty, flavor-packed soup. Trust me, you’ll want to add this to your fall menu for sure.
This White Chicken Chili Gumbo is the perfect meal for a rainy, gray fall day (like today)! It’s a little spicy, hearty and full of flavor. Tied with the comforting, hearty flavor of this chili gumbo is just how amazingly easy this meal is to make. Continue reading
Today I am sharing a quick and simple twist on traditional fried okra. My mom’s fried okra happens to be one of my most favorite things to eat in the entire world. Salty, crunchy and fried to a crisp — coated in a light cornmeal/flour coating. I am not sure “it” can get any better — “it” may get as good, but it won’t get better! (Not sure what “it” is, but that’s okay! Continue reading
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