Game Day Recipes

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

Slices of juicy steak, wholesome veggies, and an easy cheese sauce make this all-in-one pasta dish a favorite in the Fulton household.  Inspired by the classic sandwich, it’s a welcome weeknight meal and fun for casual entertaining. When I started making this meal several years ago, it took me several tries to get the flavor and…

Roasted Feta with Honey

A dear friend called this delicious appetizer easy but “showy,” and it’s a perfect description!      As the New Year approaches, itโ€™s natural to ponder our hopes and dreams and to consider the multitude of resolutions we could make (and possibly break) in the months ahead. Itโ€™s also a good time to look back…

Healthy Pumpkin Snack Cake (Gluten- & Grain-Free)

Decadent enough for dessert yet healthy enough for breakfast, this easy-to-make treat is sure to become a family favorite.   The natural sweetness and tender crumb of this quick-prep treat make it a true family favorite around here.  Though I originally created it as a healthy snack or dessert option, its wholesome qualities soon made…

Basic Kale Salad with Options

“Eat more vegetables” is frequently heard advice, and green, leafy varieties are usually ranked at the tippy top of the good-for-you list.  Getting the recommended daily servings, however, tends to be far easier said than done, so I have a few tricks to help me get there. Adding a cup of baby spinach to any…

Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp with Basil

Prep these tasty bites in advance for an appetizer or entree that’s equal parts easy and delicious โ€“ with just three main ingredients!   If you ask a group of children what their favorite season is, youโ€™ll likely hear a chorus of โ€œSummer!โ€ amidst a few shrieks of โ€œWinter!โ€ No school and frequent dips in the pool…

Long’s Yellow Tomato Soup

A delightful summer soup with a stunning color and a hint of optional heat. Yellow tomatoes are also a lower acid tomato with lots of natural sweetness.   The mere description of this soup inspired me to plant yellow tomatoes in our backyard garden. The first year, I think I got three.   The second…

Sandy’s Tomato Pie

Essentially a crustless pie, the unique ingredients in this seasonal favorite create a crusty base that’s loaded with flavor and fabulous texture. (For those who need it, there’s an excellent gluten-free option in the recipe notes.)   Soft foods like mashed potatoes, soup, Jell-O, and ice cream are normally on the menu the day someone…

Barbecue Sandwiches

The “Sloppy Sauce” that envelopes the ground beef in these classic sandwiches is quick, easy, and contains less sugar than many traditional recipes. The taste, however, is spot on!   Breakfast for dinner is always a hit in our house. Come six oโ€™clock, eggs are conveniently quick and satisfying, and an occasional stack of pancakes…

Classic Deviled Eggs

A widely popular appetizer, side dish, or that little “something extra” at picnics, potlucks, holiday meals, and family dinners, this simple deviled egg recipe is a family favorite!   Deviled eggs have long been popular picnic and party fare. We all know the drill. Cut the cooked eggs in half lengthwise, scoop out the yolks,…

Low Country Shrimp Boil

This festive, all-in-one meal is sure to become a summertime favorite! For a small gathering or fun weeknight family meal, simply cut the recipe in half. When I offered to cook for a dozen or so family members this past Motherโ€™s Day, I pondered the perfect recipe long and hard. Ideally, the meal would be…

Cilantro Lime Crema

Five ingredients and countless ways to enjoy.  That’s this recipe in a nutshell.  It’s like a little magic wand that can be waved to perk up plain chicken, fish, a simple baked potato, and so much more.  And who couldn’t use a little dinnertime magic from time to time?  I first made this sublime sauce…

Easy Baked Refried Bean Dip ย (or taco or burrito filling)

Letโ€™s face it. No one goes to a Super Bowl party expecting Brussels sprouts, quinoa, and salmon. Hot wings, chips, and chili are more likely on the menu, and thatโ€™s perfectly okay. My family most definitely enjoys the typical game day fare, but I do like to add a couple of healthy fillers to the…

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