Recipes and Videos
Japchae (Korean Stir Fried Glass Noodles)
Japchae is one of my favorite Korean foods and is one of the best meals to make when you’re craving noodles, but you also want something with veggies that’s not a total gut bomb. There are a couple of secrets to success in my version including cooking the veggies separately and tossing the noodles with the sauce.
Takoyaki
Takoyaki (Japanese octopus balls) are one of my favorite street foods in Japan. Think of a savory, fluffy pancake that’s crispy on the outside and topped with creamy and tangy sauces and lots of umami. Simply put, they’re dope and I HAD to try recreating them for the home cook.
Crispy Spring Rolls
Making your own crispy spring rolls at home is a real treat…and it’s not nearly as difficult as it looks. Click through for my spin on this Vietnamese dish, paired with a flavorful and slightly sweet chili sauce.
Fresh Spring Rolls (Summer Rolls)
This is a recipe that tastes every bit as good as it looks. Fresh ingredients in a springy rice paper paired with a rich and peanutty dipping sauce.
Hummus & Pita
Once you know how to make this super smooth hummus recipe, you’ll never buy it at the store again.
“Fancy” Baked Mac & Cheese
This “fancy” baked Mac and cheese has a lot in common with the classic southern style version. It’s a little creamier and uses some less common cheese options, but the result is just as delicious (maybe more if you’re really into cheese).
Classic Southern Style Baked Mac & Cheese
The classic, the legend of the potluck: Southern style Mac & cheese. The right technique and blend of ingredients keep this packed with cheesy flavor, but not greasy.
3 Great Recipes For Leftover Turkey
Holiday turkey can be pretty good, but I’m mostly here for the leftovers. Here are my three favorite ways to get creative with your leftover turkey - Turkey Salad, Turkey Enchiladas, and Turkey Pot Pie.
Classic Holiday Sides
Stuffing, green bean casserole, and mashed potatoes are as classic as holiday side dishes come. These recipes take each dish from an after thought to the absolute star of the dinner table.
Swedish Meatballs with Cranberry Jelly, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Swedish meatballs are their own, undeniably good thing that can and should be enjoyed outside of the food court in the well known affordable home furnishing store.
Schnitzel and Spaetzle Feast
Here’s my elevated schnitzel and spaetzle feast. I’m serving it along side pickled red cabbage for acidity and crunch and a mustard cream sauce to bring it all together.
Classic Garlic Bread & Garlic Knots
I'm pretty sure EVERYONE likes garlic bread in all of it's forms. It's objectively good. Here are two of my favorite ways to make it at home.
3 Ways To Make Brussel Sprouts Taste Amazing
If you’re not someone who gets excited about brussel sprouts, any one of these three recipes will change your mind.
Cheesy Bread 2 Ways
Two of my best recipes for one of the greatest food combinations of all time: cheese and bread. Light fluffy cheese puffs aka gougeres and cheesy aged cheddar flatbread.
Summer Tomato Tartine
This tomato tartine recipe might be the most delicious thing you can eat that's THIS simple to make. Fresh pesto and rustic bread compliment height of the season tomatoes.
Ultimate BBQ Sides
For me, the quality of the sides can make or break a bbq. In this video, I'm showing you 3 of my all time (non-potato salad) favorites.
Buffalo Cauliflower “Wings”
Vegetarian or not, frying cauliflower and slathering it in tangy, buttery buffalo sauce is a fun way to eat.
3 Potato Salad Recipes (Classic, German, and Loaded Baker)
Potato salad is an often overlooked side with all of the potential to be the star of the show. I’m showing you how to make 3 of my favorite versions that will make you look very VERY cool when you bring them to your next bbq.
The Crispiest Potatoes Without a Fryer
Very crispy potatoes are possible without a fryer. In this recipe I’ll show you my favorite two ways to make very crispy potatoes plus two sauces you'll want to put on literally everything.
Onion Rings 2 Ways
Making onion rings at home can be messy and a little time consuming, but you won’t be thinking about that when you’re crunching into a hot, crisp beer battered OR extra crispy ring dipped in creamy, tangy sauce.
