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22Jan
Blood oranges and herbs. Image shows four blood orange halves, along with several oranges, a sprig of rosemary, a sprig of thyme, and sprigs of parsley are visible

Roast Pork Tenderloin with Blood Oranges

Roast Pork Tenderloin with Blood Oranges has everything I want in a winter dish—a little bit indulgent, but also bright and flavorful. This dish uses blood oranges as a marinade, in the sauce, and as a garnish. Serve this for an occasion or for a work-from-home weeknight—again, my kind of dish! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
6 mins read
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04Sep
Honey Lemon Chicken with Herbes de Provence

Honey Lemon Chicken with Herbes de Provence

There’s just enough of a nip in the air to think about turning on the oven. Honey Lemon Chicken with Herbes de Provence still sings of summer (it’s great cold on a picnic) but turns toward autumn. Based on a recipe by Rachel Khoo, this delicious dish could not be simpler to make.
5 mins read
181 Views
09Jan
Better Than Meal Kit Chicken

Better Than Meal Kit Chicken

Cook this when you’ve had a long day and just need dinner on the table. This recipe takes its cue from popular meal kits, but it’s so much better. Think of this recipe as a template. The chicken is good on its own, but it’s even better with one of the simple sauces included in the recipe. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
8 mins read
398 Views
19Dec
Pan Seared Steak with Herbed Mustard Butter and Shallots

Pan Seared Steak with Herbed Mustard Butter and Shallots

Pan Seared Steak is delicious, all the more so with a pungent Herbed Mustard Butter and simple pan sauce made with lots of shallots. This dish works as well for a special occasion as it does for a weeknight dinner. Talk about a recipe for your back pocket! Bonus mashed potato recipe for subscribers! Not one? Subscribe today! This post contains affiliate links, meaning that I get a small commission for any qualifying purchases (thank you!). I only recommend products that I love and use personally.
7 mins read
274 Views
14Nov
Cranberry Roasted Chicken with Oranges, perfect for Thanksgiving or a Merry Little Solo Christmas dinner. Image of the dish in a cast-iron frying pan on a white stove.

Cranberry Roasted Chicken with Oranges

Quick enough for a weeknight WFH dinner but pretty enough for a celebration, Cranberry Roasted Chicken with Oranges surprises. Tart and bright, but balanced, this goes great with mashed potatoes. I first made this for my solo Thanksgiving last year. Recipe in post.
7 mins read
499 Views
10Oct
Braised Chicken with Mushroom Cream Sauce

Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Cream

Crisp autumn days call for a slow-cooked dish like Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Cream. This one-pan dish may not win any beauty contests, but it will have you licking your plate.
7 mins read
508 Views