Recipes
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Norwegian Beef and Dumpling Soup (kjøttsuppe og medboller)
Norwegian Beef and Dumpling Soup (kjøttsuppe og medboller) is a classic beef-and-vegetable soup with dumplings—perfect for cooler weather. What makes this Norwegian is the practice of adding cardamom to the dumplings, which adds an exciting depth to an otherwise pretty basic soup. You guys are going to love this one!
Chicken Paprikash with Pierogi
This simple Hungarian-inspired chicken paprikash is a flavorful, paprika-rich stew that pairs wonderfully with the crispy Polish potato and cheese pierogi. Talk about comfort food!
South African-Inspired Curry Beef and Egg Bowls
This recipe is inspired by the South African dish bobotie, which is a meat, bread, and egg dish paired with sweet dried fruit. Here, I’ve deconstructed the dish so that it is quicker, faster, and perhaps even tastier.
Bean Salad with Scallion Date Vinaigrette
This bean salad is chock full of flavor, texture, fiber, and protein. White beans and chickpeas get paired with roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, corn, quick-pickled shallots and jalapeños, and a tantalizing scallion date vinaigrette. This will be your new go-to salad to keep on hand in the fridge!
Crispy Chicken Thighs and Jalapeño Basil Corn Salad
This recipe has been on repeat this summer! Golden, juicy, crispy chicken thighs on top of a bed of charred corn and jalapeños dressed up with basil and lemon juice…how can it get better than that?!
Mango Chutney Pepper and Bean Bowls
This simple vegan dish is packed with flavor, texture, fiber, and protein. It is one of my favorite lunches to throw together, and I know it’ll be one of yours, too!
Crispy Salami Pasta with Homemade Tomato Sauce
I was featured in a Today Show article talking about the best pasta sauces for acid reflux—so I thought it was time to share my own recipe for the best homemade tomato sauce. The simple sauce gets dressed up with cavatelli, crispy salami, and freshly grated Parmesan.
Brown Sugar Blackened Steak Bites
These steak bites are spicy, sweet, and have the perfect crispy crust. Make them for a party, or throw them on a bed of buttered noodles or mashed potatoes for the perfect summer dinner.
Honey Balsamic Strawberry Prosciutto Flatbread
This summery flatbread features a whipped feta base, sweet and tangy honey balsamic strawberries, salty prosciutto, and arugula to add a nice fresh and peppery finish. Plus, it only takes less than 20 minutes to make!
Sesame Chicken Cutlets with Curry Sauce and Celery Slaw
This flavor-packed dinner is simple, and perfect for summer.
Brown Butter Swedish Shrimp Salad
This traditional Swedish shrimp salad is one of my favorite things to make in the warmer months, because it is light and refreshing, yet satiating. This time, I spruced it up with a brown butter dressing to add richness, nuttiness, and depth. It is absolutely amazing, and I know this Scandinavian classic will also become a staple in your kitchen.
Creamy Tomato Harissa Lamb Meatballs
This recipe is truly phenomenal. It is one of my favorite recipes I’ve developed for this blog so far. The meatballs are so juicy, moist, and packed with flavor. The sauce is full of Middle Eastern flavor with French influences, and the result is a magnificent meal that comes together in 30 minutes. You’re going to love this recipe!
Coconut Harissa White Beans and Chicken
This one-pan meal comes together in just over 30 minutes. It is the perfect light and refreshing dish to make as we transition into the warmer months. Packed with protein and fiber and the perfect balance of spiciness, tanginess, and creaminess, it will be your new favorite weeknight dinner. Plus, it is gluten—and dairy-free.
One-Pan Chicken and Couscous with Olives and Herbs
This is one of the best recipes I have ever developed, and it took several tests to get it exactly perfect. This is such a flavorful, bright, and comforting dish to transition from winter to spring. The chicken and couscous comes together in one pan, and the tangy and briny olive and herb salad brings this dish together by cutting through the richness of the chicken and couscous. You’re going to love this one!
Norwegian Salmon Cakes
Fish cakes are extremely popular in Norway, but they tend to use white fish instead of the incredible Norwegian salmon that they are known for. I decided to change that! These salmon cakes are loaded with dill, capers, and lemon juice and served with a briny cream cheese sauce to tie it all together. Do you like lox bagels? Then you will absolutely love these.
One-Pan Herb Goat Cheese Gnocchi with Asparagus and Tomatoes
This incredibly easy one-pan meal comes together in under 30 minutes and involves minimal chopping and dirty dishes. It is the perfect vegetarian weeknight meal that you and the whole family will love.
Romanian-Inspired Lamb and Pea Stew
This stew is inspired by a Romanian pea stew, but this version has tender lamb, and is layered with depth of flavor from wine, stock, and Eastern European-style seasonings. It is packed full of veggies and best served with a nice crusty bread like sourdough. You’ll love this one!
Herby Orange Farro with Crispy Beans and Goat Cheese
Crispy white beans are piled onto a bed of tangy goat cheese and herby farro, dressed with fresh orange juice and zest. This refreshing salad invokes spring flavors while using up the surplus of winter citrus.
Herby Citrusy Shrimp with Crusty Bread
This tangy, briny, and herby meal comes together in 20 minutes, making it perfect for last minute meals. This is one of the best things I have had in a while, and the crusty bread truly makes this dish sing.
Dirty Goat Cheese Martini Pasta
This is a dirty martini with goat cheese-stuffed olives in pasta form. It’s full of briny and piney flavors, and the creamy, luscious goat cheese sauce brings it all together. This vegetarian main dish is ready in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight meal.