Category: Starter

Eggplant Parmesan Stacks

Eggplant Parmesan Stacks

Eggplant Parmesan Stacks are layers of baked eggplant slices piled on high with fresh mozzarella, grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.  Each stack is topped with (more…)

Classic Macaroni Salad

Classic Macaroni Salad

It’s so tempting to put some kind of twist to the Classic Macaroni Salad.  Believe me I’ve tried many times to give it a personal touch over the years but I realized there’s really no other way to enjoy this salad other than the classic way. After all it’s called the Classic (more…)

Korean Vegetable Pancake – Yachaejeon 야채전

Korean Vegetable Pancake – Yachaejeon 야채전

Korean pancakes are savory, not sweet, and they’re usually served at any time of the day, just not for breakfast. (more…)

Kimchi Fried Rice

Kimchi Fried Rice

If you love kimchi then you’re in for a treat with this Kimchi Fried Rice recipe. (more…)

Maggiano’s Chopped Salad

Maggiano’s Chopped Salad

The Maggiano’s Chopped Salad is my new salad obsession.  I’ve been eating it practically every day and never seem to get enough of it. Husband and kids love it too, so it’s been on the dinner menu…on repeat. (more…)

Couscous with Pine Nuts

Couscous with Pine Nuts

When you want just one couscous recipe that you can always count on…this is it!  This Couscous With Pine Nuts recipe will give you the perfect texture and delicious flavor each and every time. (more…)

Japchae 잡채 – Korean Glass Noodles

Japchae 잡채 – Korean Glass Noodles

Japchae is one of those meals I’ve enjoyed throughout my childhood.  My mom didn’t make it often, but when she did it was always when there was something to celebrate like a birthday or some festive holiday.  Whenever I smelled Japchae coming from the (more…)

Rainbow Fruit Salad

Rainbow Fruit Salad

A Rainbow Fruit Salad never fails to bring sweet smiles and happy vibes.  Nothing fancy…just pure joy. (more…)

Homemade Basil Pesto

Homemade Basil Pesto

Homemade Basil Pesto is super easy and super quick.  You’ll love the freshness of the herbs, the aromatic flavors from the nuts, and the depth of flavor added from the freshly grated Parmesan. (more…)

Crunchy Asian Salad

Crunchy Asian Salad

Love this Crunchy Asian Salad!!!  I’ve been stocking my refrigerator with crispy vegetables and making a double batch of the Asian Salad Dressing so that I can prepare this salad at a moment’s craving (which by the way has been just about everyday for lunch). (more…)