I know I’m a good cook, but I don’t often say about dishes I make that they’re better than any other version I’ve ever had anytime or anywhere in this entire world in my whole life. I say that about this Pad Thai, however (and that’s saying a lot because I have eaten my fair share of the noodle dish from pretty much every hole in the wall or fancy Thai restaurant in Chicago). I was always intimidated to make this because I thought it would be soooooooo complicated and never as good as my favorite take-out. I was wrong.
Read MoreAvocado, Corn and Tomato Salad
This is the perfect summer salad, almost like a souped up guacamole. Make it in the morning and allow it to sit in the dressing and meld flavors together all day long. This can be served as a side at a BBQ or the main dish if served with grilled chicken or shrimp. Regardless, there is nothing wrong with this gluten-free, super healthy, vegetarian, but decadent-tasting bowl of joy.
Read MoreCoconut Shrimp Curry
This is the easiest shrimp curry on the planet. Perfect weeknight recipe that’s chock full of veggies, super healthy and legitimately as delicious as any I’ve had at a restaurant. It’s also pretty to look at, and comes off as a very impressive dish.
Read MoreLemon, White Wine and Fennel Chicken
This dish is a slam dunk, and a really easy one-pot wonder. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t enjoy this lemony, garlicky chicken dish served over your choice of pasta or grain. It’s easy enough to make during the week, but the butter gives it a little bit of a weekend decadence feel.
Read More