Dad’s Stuffed Mushrooms

by Kristianne // 01.04.2012 // 1 Comment

When I went home for the holidays, my Dad made these incredible stuffed mushrooms for New Year’s Eve. I myself am not a huge mushroom fan, but these make a wonderful appetizer. Thanks for the secret recipe, Dad 🙂 Dad's... Continue reading →

Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

by Kristianne // 12.16.2011 // 7 Comments

These green chile enchiladas can be made with chicken or beef, but I prefer shredded chicken. Tenderize and season the chicken breasts in a crock pot on high, and after 3 hours the chicken will fall apart and will be... Continue reading →

Braided Ham and Cheese Calzone

by Kristianne // 12.09.2011 // 5 Comments

A change from the traditional way to make calzones, this braided ham and cheese calzone recipe is easier than you think. I really like the way it looks when it comes out of the oven. I add 1 cup of... Continue reading →

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

by Kristianne // 12.06.2011 // 10 Comments

I love making this dish when its cold outside because the hot oven warms up my apartment wonderfully! This recipe takes some time to make, but it will definitely last you a few days. The vegetables and chicken come out... Continue reading →

Easy Bruschetta Appetizer

by Kristianne // 11.24.2011 // No Comments

I am visiting my parents for Thanksgiving weekend, which means I get to use my Mom’s kitchen (yesss!). Last night I made bruschetta for an appetizer, but realized we did not have any fresh basil in the house except for... Continue reading →

Chicken Fried Chicken

by Kristianne // 11.20.2011 // No Comments

I usually don’t make this dish often, because I prefer to use healthier chicken recipes, but once in a while I have to satisfy that craving for fried chicken. I modified this recipe from an old Betty Crocker cookbook. Tip:... Continue reading →

Prosciutto Spaghetti Carbonara

by Kristianne // 11.20.2011 // 4 Comments

While carbonara recipes usually use bacon, I don’t like all of the unhealthy grease from it so I prefer to use ham or prosciutto. I also include more vegetables in this carbonara recipe. I had zucchini that I needed to... Continue reading →

Organic Apple Pie

by Kristianne // 11.17.2011 // 2 Comments

This apple pie recipe has been in my family for years. I grew up baking apple pies every Thanksgiving with my mom, and now I bake one whenever I crave one! This dessert is perfect for a holiday dinner, especially... Continue reading →

German Bratkartoffeln (Fried Potatoes)

by Kristianne // 11.17.2011 // 1 Comment

My fiancé is German, so I have had the great pleasure of being introduced to many delicious German dishes. This is one of my favorite sides (although not the healthiest that I have tried), and goes with almost anything! It... Continue reading →

Best Guacamole Recipe

by Kristianne // 11.16.2011 // 5 Comments

The perfect blend of avocados, lime, onion, tomatoes, garlic and cilantro makes this guacamole recipe a great topping for any Mexican dish (i.e., enchiladas, quesadillas). Keep refrigerated and eat within 24h for best flavor. Best Guacamole Recipe Print Prep... Continue reading →