Schweinefilet-Pilz Auflauf (Pork Mushroom Casserole)

by Kristianne // 10.06.2013 // 8 Comments

This Schweinefilet-Pilz Auflauf (German for Pork Mushroom Casserole) is a recipe by Fabi’s Opa. I had to improvise a little because some of the ingredients are not the same in the U.S., but I was thrilled with how it turned... Continue reading →

Beef Daube Provençal

by Kristianne // 09.27.2013 // 9 Comments

In some ways, French cooking can be intimidating. I found this Beef Daube Provençal recipe in my latest edition of Cooking Light, and the list of ingredients were very long and included many different flavors. I gave it a shot... Continue reading →

Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

by Kristianne // 09.21.2013 // 9 Comments

Don’t you just love quick, easy, satisfying meals? This pulled BBQ chicken sandwich recipe is inspired by my Mom, and it is very easy to make! All you have to do is add some chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, brown sugar... Continue reading →

Cast Iron Rosemary Chicken

by Kristianne // 09.15.2013 // 5 Comments

I’ve decided that Saturday is my favorite day of the week. I get to sleep in, and can still look forward to another entire day off! The weekend is the only time during the week that I can spend hours... Continue reading →

Fried Abalone with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Capers

by Kristianne // 09.05.2013 // 14 Comments

For Labor Day weekend we went on a last minute camping trip with friends in Mendocino, CA. One thing I love about this quaint beach town is that you just can’t help feeling relaxed when you are there. I was... Continue reading →

Asian Sesame Drumsticks

by Kristianne // 08.27.2013 // 12 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I am beginning to feel like the summer is slipping away and soon fall will be here! There are just a few short weeks left of summer, but that doesn’t mean it is time... Continue reading →

Baked Light White Cheddar Pasta

by Kristianne // 08.07.2013 // 14 Comments

I had the day off today, and it felt great to hang out at home and catch up on some cleaning and cooking. In a few days we are off to Seattle & Vancouver, I can’t wait! I am in... Continue reading →

Beef ‘n Broccoli

by Kristianne // 07.31.2013 // 2 Comments

Lately I have been going to all of my quick-and-easy dinner recipes since I have been so tired after coming home from work since I started my pediatrics rotation. This beef ‘n broccoli stir-fry recipe is one of my go-to... Continue reading →

Basil Risotto Stuffed Tomatoes

by Kristianne // 07.23.2013 // 15 Comments

OK, it has been well over a week since I have seen the sun in San Francisco. After a few years of living here, I have accepted that there is no real summer living in this city, but I don’t... Continue reading →

Apricot Glazed Grilled Chicken with Charred Vegetables

by Kristianne // 06.30.2013 // 5 Comments

This weekend we are in Los Angeles for a wedding and to visit family. It is so hot, but I sort of miss this “real” summer weather since in San Francisco it never gets hot. Speaking of summer, don’t you... Continue reading →