I’ve been entranced since I first heard the phrase “dense bean salad” uttered. We owe this to Violet Witchel, TikToker and official Dense Bean Salad girl. Her recipes are full of flavor and variety, and look amazing. What I love…
My great-grandma Mary was a great cook, avid gardener, and one smart lady. And on holidays my mom would pack us into the car and bring us to her house in Northern California. Going to my great-grandma’s house, with its…
When I found myself in need of some condensed cream of mushroom soup for my zucchini stuffing casserole gratin, I almost panicked. I didn’t know where to find it here in Japan. But since Japan is known for wonderful mushrooms,…
This easy yet delicious one-pot chicken soup can be made in as little as 30 minutes. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner any time of the year. Nutrient-rich and packed with healthy root vegetables, this chicken soup is perfect for rainy…
Stuffing, also referred to as dressing, is one of my absolute favorite holiday side dishes. My homemade stuffing is a quick yet delicious recipe that can be made any time of the year. While I grew up eating stuffing on…
There’s nothing better in any season than a good chili, and my hearty weeknight chili is a fast and filling dinner. This one-pot dish is a crowd-pleaser that doesn’t take too much effort. Cover it in sour cream and shredded…
