Category: Dinner

Classic Herb-Crusted Eye of Round Roast

Classic Herb-Crusted Eye of Round Roast

When it comes to a classic roast beef, the eye of round is an unsung hero. This lean, flavorful cut can sometimes get overlooked, but with the right preparation, it transforms into a beautifully tender, juicy roast that’s as satisfying as it is economical. Perfect 

Duff’s Chicken: Ritz Cracker-Coated Buttery Goodness!

Duff’s Chicken: Ritz Cracker-Coated Buttery Goodness!

Years ago, when I worked as a flight attendant, I found myself struggling to balance my demanding travel schedule with the responsibilities of being a young mom. Living far from family made it especially challenging. During that difficult time, a kind woman from my church 

Penne Pasta with Chicken and Mushroom Madeira Wine Sauce: aka Pasta Da Vinci

Penne Pasta with Chicken and Mushroom Madeira Wine Sauce: aka Pasta Da Vinci

If you’ve ever dined at the Cheesecake Factory, you might know the allure of their creamy, savory, and rich Madeira Chicken Pasta or ‘Pasta Da Vinci’. This copycat recipe is designed to bring that restaurant experience straight to your kitchen! Each element of this dish—from 

Tequila Lime Pasta with Filet Tips

Tequila Lime Pasta with Filet Tips

When I lived in Northern Virginia, one of my favorite places to eat was Sweetwater Tavern. I loved just about everything I ever ordered there and have missed it dearly over the years. This dish (or something very similar) was only available on their lunch 

White Meets Red = Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup

White Meets Red = Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup

This dish came about from a happy accident. I was originally trying to make my White Chicken Chili but, halfway through, I accidentally added tomato sauce—an ingredient I typically use for my red chili recipe. By blending the two chili recipes and adding a few 

Roasted Chicken Quarters with Maple, Rosemary and Thyme Butter

Roasted Chicken Quarters with Maple, Rosemary and Thyme Butter

There’s nothing quite like the warm, inviting aroma of roasting chicken or turkey wafting through your home. It’s one of the reasons Thanksgiving holds such a special place in my heart! Roasting not only creates a mouthwatering dish but also fills the kitchen with a 

Classic Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Classic Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Scampi

My husband loves any dish with shrimp, but this one is among his favorites. It took me a few tries to perfect it, but he never complained. Even when an excessive amount of lemon overpowered all the other ingredients on my first failed attempt, he 

Perfect Pan-Seared Filet Mignon

Perfect Pan-Seared Filet Mignon

Why spend a fortune at a fancy restaurant when you can easily make this elevated dish right in your own kitchen? Crafting the perfect filet is nearly foolproof and takes just minutes from start to finish. The secret to a flawless filet lies in using 

Ultimate Grilled Chicken Crunch Sandwich

Ultimate Grilled Chicken Crunch Sandwich

Spring is doing its usual hide and seek routine this year, which is no surprise for Colorado. The past few weeks have brought cold and snow, but this week is starting off much nicer. After being cooped up for the last month due to COVID, 

Mountain Buttermilk Banana Bread

Mountain Buttermilk Banana Bread

Elevate your baking at higher altitudes with this moist and flavorful banana bread.