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Dijon Salmon and Potatoes

May 4, 2022 by Anna 5 Comments

This Dijon Salmon and Potatoes roast in the oven until the fish is juicy and flaky and the potatoes are soft and buttery. It's a meal with simple pantry ingredients, yet flavorful and impressive!

Salmon and golden potatoes on a plate.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

This sheet pan salmon dish is straight from the "quick and easy" folder of my recipes. This simple, healthy, and delicious dinner is great for busy weeknights or special meals. The Dijon and lemon juice keep the salmon juicy and add a ton of flavor. The roasted petite potatoes add texture and flavor to this Spring dish.

Blackened Seasoning Recipe

September 22, 2021 by Anna 3 Comments

Make this Blackened Seasoning with simple spices and herbs from your pantry! Use it in recipes that call for blackening, as a cooking method for seafood, poultry, and other meats.

Blackened seasoning in a small glass jar.

Homemade spice mixes are one of my favorite pantry staples to make. I have quite the collection of spices and herbs and combining them into mixes is not only fun but lets you create your own versions, without any fillers. This Blackened Seasoning, used in Cajun and Creole cuisines, is the newest addition to my collection. Similar to my Cajun seasoning, this one is milder, yet still flavorful. I use it to make blackened salmon or chicken, but you can use it with other meats too.

Easy Grilled Shrimp

June 13, 2021 by Anna 3 Comments

These Easy Grilled Shrimp are brushed with butter, seasoning, and garlic and cooked on the grill in just minutes. Easy prep and easy clean-up. Perfect light summer dinner for seafood fans!

If you are enjoying cooking outdoors, my Grilled Pineapple makes for a perfect dessert! The Strawberry Lemonade ties it all together with summer berry flavors.

Grilled shrimp skewers on a plate.

Summer dinner time just got easier! These Grilled Shrimp are quick to prep and cook. No marinating needed! Just place shrimp on skewers, brush with melted butter with seasoning and garlic and cook on a hot grill or griddle pan. They are done in minutes!

I like to use skewers because they make flipping the shrimp so much easier. You can add chopped vegetables or sausage too. Make it fun and enjoy the flavors!

Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

May 17, 2021 by Anna 3 Comments

This Mexican Street Corn Salad also called Esquites, is one of my favorite summer side dishes! Simple, fresh ingredients create a very tasty dish for your Cinco de Mayo celebrations but also summer picnics and BBQs!

Corn salad on a plate.

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Why You'll Love This Salad

This beautiful and delicious corn salad is a deconstructed version of the Elotes, a Mexican dish of grilled corn on the cob. I will be honest and say, I prefer this version! Corn on the cob can be messy and my toppings always fall off so this salad is my perfect solution to enjoy the wonderful flavors of corn, cotija cheese, jalapeno and lime!

Best Tuna Salad Recipe

March 31, 2021 by Anna 4 Comments

This is the Best Tuna Salad you will ever make! Creamy with chunks of tuna and crunchy veggies. Serve it with lettuce or as a sandwich. This classic dish never fails!

Tuna salad on a lettuce leaf.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

When it comes to lunch classics, tuna salad is always on the list. Simple, filling and I always have the ingredients on hand.

Most of us grew up eating them and now we make them for our families. It's just so simple to throw together! Almost everyone has a can of tuna in their pantry. It's on my list of items to always keep on hand.

Through the years, I tweaked the recipe and finally landed on the perfect version. I hope you will enjoy it too!

Cajun Shrimp

March 24, 2021 by Anna 8 Comments

This Cajun Shrimp dish is one of the easiest seafood dinners you can make in minutes! Juicy shrimp, seasoned with my homemade Cajun seasoning and sauteed in butter and brown sugar make this one tasty dish.

I always have my homemade Cajun seasoning on hand to make this shrimp dinner and my tasty Dirty Rice dish.

Cajun shrimp on a plate.

If you made my Cajun seasoning, the first dish I recommend using it with is this Cajun Shrimp. It's very quick and very tasty! Perfect when you need dinner fast but want something delicious. I added brown sugar to balance out the spicy shrimp and along with butter and garlic, it creates a wonderful sauce. Serve it with rice or pasta and a side of veggies (roasted or grilled). This dish is bound to be a hit!

Lobster Tails Recipe

March 1, 2021 by Anna 3 Comments

These Lobster Tails are made with frozen tails and baked in the oven with garlic butter. Done in 10 minutes, this surprisingly easy dish looks fancy but it's very easy to make.

This light seafood dinner is delicious and easy, just like my Garlic Tuna Cakes or my Shrimp Scampi.

Lobster tails with lemon on a plate.

For the longest time, I have been intimidated by recipes that call for lobster or crab. I am still ways away from cooking the entire thing alive. These lobster tails are a different story! I was very surprised at how easy they are to make. I got a pack of two frozen tails, thawed them out in the fridge and baked in 10 minutes. Talk about a simple yet impressive meal!

Sauteed Kale with Bacon

August 27, 2020 by Anna 6 Comments

This Sauteed Kale with bacon, onion and garlic is a delicious and easy side dish you can make in under 15 minutes. This dish will become your favorite to make with this leafy green vegetable!

This kale is quick and easy to make in one skillet, like my Sauteed Mushrooms or Fried Cabbage recipes!

Sauteed kale in a skillet.

When a bag of kale ends up in your grocery order, you turn it into a delicious side dish. Like this Sauteed Kale with Bacon! All you need is one skillet and 5 ingredients to make it. It's quick, easy and so flavorful! You can make it up to 3 days in advance because it reheats so well. Serve it with any meat main dish or add sausage and roasted potatoes. Enjoy!

Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe

August 5, 2020 by Anna 6 Comments

This easy Shrimp Scampi is ready to serve in just 15 minutes! Fresh flavors of garlic and lemon complement the juicy shrimp perfectly.

Quick and easy, this dinner rivals my Garlic Butter Shrimp and the Tuscan Shrimp recipes. Seafood fans will love them all!

Shrimp with fettuccine in a pan.

This quick and easy Shrimp Scampi is my version of the popular restaurant dish. Juicy and plump shrimp with white wine, lemon, garlic sauce is tossed with pasta for a flavorful meal. It's perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends when you want something fancy but easy to make. The shrimp and sauce cook in minutes in a skillet while the pasta boils in a pot. Toss it all together and serve with a baguette to soak up every last bit of the sauce.

Best Salmon Patties

July 29, 2020 by Anna 3 Comments

These Salmon Patties are made with canned or baked salmon and deliciously flavored with lemon, dill and garlic. These easy seafood cakes are crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside!

I used leftovers from Salmon Foil Packets and serve the patties with Roasted Garlic Aioli.

Salmon cakes on a plate.

If you found yourself with a can of salmon or have leftover roasted salmon, you can turn it into a whole new meal or appetizer with this recipe for Salmon Patties! They are flavorful cakes, pan-fried until golden and served with vegetables and dipping sauce.

If you don't like canned salmon, bake fresh fillets in the oven (in foil packets to prevent drying), cool them and flake them with a fork. If you are using leftovers from my foil packets recipe, skip the garlic and salt. The fish will already have plenty of it.

Roasted Garlic Aioli

July 27, 2020 by Anna 3 Comments

Make delicious Roasted Garlic Aioli with this easy method and just 4 ingredients. This creamy and delicious mixture can be used as a dip, sauce or spread!

I made Air Fryer Roasted Garlic to use in this recipe and served the sauce with Lemon Garlic Tuna Cakes. It complemented them perfectly!

Aioli in a small jar.

Even though the name of this recipe sounds fancy, it could not be easier to make. Essentially, it's garlic mayo. But what a delicious combination! You can use is it as a dip, spread or sauce. While classic aioli is made with egg yolk, oil, garlic and lemon juice, this recipe calls for ready mayo. You can use your favorite brand or make it from scratch. Vegan mayo works great too! Roasting the garlic takes it to a new level.

Salmon Foil Packets

July 24, 2020 by Anna 7 Comments

These Salmon Foil Packets are quick and easy to make! The perfect way to make juicy and flavorful salmon baked in foil packets, in the oven, in just 20 minutes.

Serve it with pasta or rice, alongside steamed broccoli or roasted asparagus.

Salmon on a foil on a plate.

If you are a beginner cook or need something quick and easy, with minimal prep and mess to clean up afterward, these Salmon Foil Packets are for you! This simple technique is great for any cut of the fish, even the inexpensive ones. It's an easy way to cook salmon, especially if want to make a delicious and impressive meal. You can cook it in the oven or on the grill.

Easy Hush Puppies Recipe

July 6, 2020 by Anna 9 Comments

These easy Hush Puppies are a popular Southern side dish of cornmeal batter deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. Very easy to make and fun to eat!

If you are looking for more comfort food recipes, you may also like the Biscuits and Sausage Gravy or Sweet Corn Casserole.

Fried hush puppies on a white plate.

Hush Puppies are deep-fried balls of savory cornmeal batter. It's a classic side dish to seafood meals, although we always ordered them in a BBQ restaurant, here in Midwest. There is really no secret to making these delicious bites! The batter is based on cornmeal and buttermilk although you can easily make a homemade version with half and half (or whole milk) and vinegar.

Honey Garlic Shrimp

July 2, 2020 by Anna 7 Comments

This Honey Garlic Shrimp is marinated in sweet sauce, then cooked together in a pan. Serve it with broccoli and rice for a quick and easy dinner!

This dish is easy to make, just like my Garlic Butter Shrimp and Teriyaki Shrimp. Seafood cooks quickly, so you can have dinner on the table in 15 minutes!

Shrimp with sauce and broccoli on a white plate.

One of the easiest shrimp dinners you can make is this Honey Garlic Shrimp. It's made with 5 ingredients (plus salt, pepper and oil) that you most likely already have in your pantry and fridge. Easy yet bursting with flavor! Raw shrimp is marinated in sweet garlic mixture, then cooked until plump and juicy. Marinate is turned into sauce and everything tossed together. Talk about easy!

Garlic Butter Shrimp

February 23, 2020 by Anna 6 Comments

This Garlic Butter Shrimp with lemon is one of the easiest and fastest seafood dinners you can make. Juicy shrimp simmered in buttery garlic sauce is delicious served with pasta or rice and steamed vegetables.

Close up photo of garlic butter shrimp on a plate with asparagus.

Why You'll Love This Dish

When you need a quick and easy dinner, shrimp is the way to go. It cooks really fast and is very versatile. This recipe calls for a quick sear of the shrimp in a skillet and then simmering it in garlicky butter. It's bursting with flavor!

A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens the dish. It's perfect at any time of the year, but especially during Spring. I serve it with asparagus that was quickly steamed in the microwave. You can also serve it with steamed broccoli, as it pairs very well with the same flavors.

Shrimp Tempura

January 25, 2020 by Anna 21 Comments

Shrimp Tempura is a Japanese dish made with fresh shrimp dipped in tempura batter and deep-fried until perfectly crispy. Serve it with soy sauce or tempura dipping sauce.

If you enjoy making Asian dishes at home, you may also like my Teriyaki Shrimp or Chicken Lettuce Wraps. They will be a hit!

Shrimp Tempura on a white plate.

If you look at my Asian recipes collection on this site, you will find it to be quite large. We simply enjoy this cuisine! One of our favorite shrimp appetizers is Shrimp Tempura. My Hubby has been asking me for years to make it and it finally happened. This is the easiest way to make restaurant-quality tempura in your own kitchen. The shrimp is juicy and delicious and the coating light and crispy. If you follow my easy steps, you will be enjoying this fantastic dish in no time. And if you have any veggies on hand, dip them in the batter and fry up too!

Coconut Shrimp

January 16, 2020 by Anna 6 Comments

Coconut Shrimp are crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, fried or baked. Serve them with my Sweet Chili Orange Sauce. This appetizer is so much better than the restaurant kind!

Shrimp fans, you will also like my 10-Minute Teriyaki Shrimp recipe and the Parmesan Crusted Salmon. Seafood at it's best!

Coconut Shrimp are crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, fried or baked. Serve them with my Sweet Chili Orange Sauce. This appetizer is so much better than the restaurant kind!

One of my favorite dishes to order at Red Lobster is coconut shrimp. They are so crunchy and perfect with the dipping sauce. However, they are so easy to make at home! You can fry the shrimp in oil or bake in the oven or air fryer. The spicy orange or apricot sauce is a must! It goes perfectly with the crunchy coconut breading. This delicious appetizer is so easy to make, just like my Cream Cheese Wontons!

Hot Crab Dip

October 21, 2019 by Anna 8 Comments

Hot Crab Dip - creamy and cheesy dip with crab meat, cream cheese and cheddar. Perfect appetizer for seafood fans!

Every party needs a good dip! Make this one along with my Spinach Artichoke Dip and the Pepperoni Pizza Dip.

Hot Crab Dip in a round baking dish.

Football season is in full swing and so is my appetizer game! Every weekend, I make a different dip for us to enjoy and cheer on our team. This Hot Crab Dip is a current favorite. It is creamy, cheesy and full of delicious crab meat. It is very easy to jazz it up if garlic and onion are not enough. Add chopped peppers (red bell pepper, pimento or even jalapenos), stir in spinach, hot sauce or Sriracha to give it a kick. Either way, you have to make it for your next game day or party!

Easy Chicken Fried Rice

June 3, 2019 by Anna 8 Comments

Chicken Fried Rice - quick and easy veggie and a chicken packed meal for the busy weeknights! Plus my favorite tip on saving time with easy rice prep!

This dish is better than takeout! It's always a hit, like my Shrimp Fried Rice or Kimchi Fried Rice.

Overhead shot of fried rice in skillet.

If you make meal plans, this recipe is for you because you will need some prep ahead of time. But it's super easy and you will love it. Follow my tips for the best Chicken Fried Rice made right in your own kitchen, yet it will taste so much better than takeout!

I hope you will also love this rice packed with veggies and chicken. Absolutely delicious and satisfying. My addition of sweet corn and celery adds a pop of color and bright flavors.

Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe

April 29, 2019 by Anna 7 Comments

This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is a healthy and light option for lunch or dinner. Fluffy couscous is tossed with fresh vegetables like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, olives and chickpeas and drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil.

Overhead shot of Mediterranean Couscous Salad in white bowl.

Bright and colorful salad is my go-to lunch during Spring and summer. This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is packed with fluffy couscous, fresh vegetables, like cucumber, tomatoes, peppers, onion, olives and even chickpeas for added protein. This salad is perfect for meal prep, as you can divide it into containers and enjoy for lunch through the week. We also love it as a side dish to grilled chicken and seafood. It's delicious served with my easy Falafel and tahini sauce.

How to Cook Couscous {stovetop & microwave}

April 29, 2019 by Anna 6 Comments

How to Cook Couscous on the stovetop and in a microwave in just minutes! Perfectly fluffy and ready to serve couscous can be used in a variety of dishes!

Use it to make my Mediterranean Couscous Salad or serve as a side dish with any protein, like grilled chicken or roasted chicken thighs.

Side shot of cooked couscous in white bowl.

Couscous is made from semolina and mixed with hot water it absorbs it and turns into tiny pasta. It is a popular staple in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and North African cuisines. It is prepared in a similar way to rice and can be used in the same dishes. There are three types of couscous: Moroccan (the most common one in stores), Pearl (also called Israeli couscous, much bigger in size) and whole wheat (the healthiest option).

Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice Recipe

April 24, 2019 by Anna 11 Comments

This Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice is made with just 4 ingredients! A perfect low-carb side dish that's bursting with flavor.

This is a great healthy option, just like my Mashed Cauliflower or the Cauliflower Fried Rice. You can use my homemade Cauliflower Rice or store-bought frozen rice.

Close up shot of lemon garlic cauliflower rice in white bowl.

One of my favorite dishes to make with cauliflower is to turn it into rice. Now, you can easily buy it frozen in stores. Either way, it's a great low-carb grain-free option instead of rice. It cooks faster, it's delicious and you can easily add flavor to it, depending on the dish you are making. I used lemon zest and garlic and it's bursting with flavors! You can serve it with any dish that calls for rice, add grilled vegetables or seafood for a light and healthy meal or use for meal prep.

Tartar Sauce from Scratch

April 13, 2019 by Anna 7 Comments

Tartar Sauce from Scratch is perfect for fish sticks, fish fillets and other seafood dishes. It's creamy, delicious and so much better than the store-bought kind!

It is our favorite dip to serve with the Garlic Lemon Tuna Cakes or my Homemade Fish Sticks. It's delicious!

Side close up shot of homemade tartar sauce in green bowl.

is with this super easy and quick to make Tartar Sauce from scratch. It only requires a handful of ingredients that most likely you already have on hand. Simply stir mayo, lemon juice, chopped dill pickle, fresh dill, onion powder, salt and pepper and you are done! Forget the store-bought kind in a bottle, and make this delicious, creamy Tartar Sauce in minutes!

Chicken Cobb Salad Recipe

April 10, 2019 by Anna 12 Comments

Chicken Cobb Salad with juicy lemon garlic chicken, crispy bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, onion, lettuce and simple Dijon dressing. This whole-meal salad is perfect for lunch or dinner!

This salad is perfect for a light summer dinner, just like my BLT Pasta Salad or the Doritos Taco Salad.

Overhead shot of chicken Cobb salad in white salad bowl.

When you need a light and easy dinner, salads always come to mind. Fresh veggies, simple dressing and grilled, baked or pan-seared meats make for a fantastic healthy meal. This Cobb Salad is the perfect example, just like my Greek Salmon Salad. You can use my lemon garlic chicken and cook it in a pan, or grill it; rotisseries chicken, seafood, ham or smoked meat is a great option too! This salad is colorful, nutritious and full of flavor. The Cobb Salad originated around 1937, in Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant and was named after the owner, Robert Howard Cobb.

Easy Shrimp Fried Rice

April 6, 2019 by Anna 41 Comments

This Shrimp Fried Rice is the fastest and easiest takeout dinner you can make at home! You only need shrimp, leftover rice, frozen veggies, soy sauce, and 15 minutes to turn it into a delicious dinner.

Shrimp Fried Rice in a stainless steel skillet.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

I wish I knew how easy it is to make takeout dinner at home when I was in college. My diet would have been so much better! This Shrimp Fried Rice is one of the fastest and easiest dishes you can make, that tastes like it's straight from the restaurant! This dish is a perfect use for leftover rice. I always cook more rice than I need and freeze any leftovers. Because the secret to the best fried rice is cold rice!

Roasted Asparagus

March 20, 2019 by Anna 18 Comments

Best Ever Roasted Asparagus - the best side dish with asparagus that you can make in under 10 minutes. Infused with garlic, lemon and topped with Parmesan cheese this asparagus is irresistible!

Serve with chicken, pork or seafood for a quick last-minute side, just like my roasted carrots or the popular r oasted Brussels sprouts!

Overhead shot of roasted asparagus on parchment paper.

One of my favorite Spring vegetables is hands-down asparagus. It's so easy to prepare as a side dish and can be added to light pasta dishes. This roasted asparagus is truly the best ever! The addition of garlic, Parmesan and a zest of lemon makes it irresistible.

15-Minute Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

February 22, 2019 by Anna 18 Comments

This 15-Minute Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a fast and easy shrimp dinner in a creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and spinach. This dinner is perfect for busy weeknights!

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Why You'll Love This Dish

Seafood dinners are not only delicious but the fastest to make. Shrimp cooks in just a few minutes, turns pretty pink, and is flavorful. Pair it with a creamy Tuscan sauce and serve over pasta for a satisfying meal with a lot of flavors. Sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and garlic create one delicious sauce that is perfect with shrimp or chicken.

Crispy Parmesan Tilapia

February 18, 2019 by Anna 19 Comments

Crispy Parmesan Tilapia - quick and easy tilapia fillets breaded with Parmesan and pan-fried until golden and crispy. Flaky on the inside and crispy on the outside, this tilapia will be your favorite fish dinner!

You can easily make a flavorful seafood dinner, like my Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon or Garlic Mushroom Shrimp Pasta.

Overhead shot of crispy fried tilapia with Parmesan breading, on white plate.

Crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. This Parmesan Tilapia is one of my favorite dishes to make with this mild fish. Adding Parmesan to breading not only adds flavor (who doesn't like toasted cheese!) but also makes the breading even crispier.

This easy Parmesan Tilapia is crispy, flavorful and perfect for a fish and chips dinner. It's quick and easy, even on busy weeknights. Serve this tilapia with baked potato wedges or fries and a simple salad.

Lemon Garlic Tuna Cakes Recipe

February 6, 2019 by Anna 100 Comments

Lemon Garlic Tuna Cakes are the best and easy patties made with canned tuna, lemon juice and zest, garlic, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, mayo and shredded Parmesan. Quick and delicious tuna cakes for lunch or light dinner!

Side close up shot of 4 crispy fried tuna cakes on spinach leaves, with lemon slice on the side.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

I am all about easy lunches and light dinners but only if they have lots of flavor. The garlic-lemon combo is definitely one of my favorites to use. My Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken is so delicious, I wanted to make another dish with this flavor pair. I know it works great with vegetables, like my Lemon Garlic Roasted Potatoes. This time, I added it to my best easy tuna cakes. They were a huge hit! Best tuna cakes I've ever made!

These Lemon Garlic Tuna Cakes can be made ahead of time or even frozen after frying. They are a great option for a delicious lunch or a light dinner. Serve with tartar sauce, simple aioli, or in a sandwich. The combination of garlic and lemon gives these tuna cakes plenty of flavor. Coating lightly in breading before frying makes them moist inside and crispy on the outside.

Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon (Oven and Air Fryer version)

January 21, 2019 by Anna 47 Comments

Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon - quick and easy salmon with crunchy garlic butter Parmesan crust can be baked in your oven or air fryer. This salmon is flavorful, flaky, buttery and delicious!

This is my favorite salmon recipe, right next to my Baked Teriyaki Salmon. Served with roasted or sauteed vegetables, it makes for a simple, healthy and delicious meal!

Parmesan Crusted Salmon on plate with potatoes and spinach.

This salmon may look fancy but it's ready in 15 minutes (or less) and requires only a few ingredients to make. The combination of a tender, flaky fish with the crunchy, cheesy crust is quite irresistible. This Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon is very simple to make. The garlic Parmesan crust keeps the fish moist and adds crunch and a delicious salty, cheesy flavor, like in my Crispy Parmesan Tilapia recipe. This salmon is great even when you are short on time. It's quick to prepare and bakes in less than 15 minutes, depends if you bake it in the oven or your air fryer.

Instant Pot Guide for Beginners

January 2, 2019 by Anna 52 Comments

This Instant Pot Guide for Beginners has everything you need to know to take your new Instant Pot pressure cooker out of the box and get cooking! Learn how it works, what is NPR and QPR, why a water test is important, what 4 steps to follow each time and what to cook first.

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Why You Need This Guide

Maybe you received the Instant Pot as a gift or maybe you wanted to join the craze and bought one yourself. Chances are you are looking at the box wondering how to start. I know there are IP owners who had it for months and the appliance is still in the box. Today, I am sharing everything I've learned about using the Instant Pot since I got it. I am obsessed with it and I hope to show you how it can make cooking easier, even fun!

Garlic Butter Mushroom Shrimp Pasta Recipe

November 2, 2018 by Anna 57 Comments

Garlic Butter Mushroom Shrimp Pasta Recipe - quick and easy dinner idea with a ton of flavor. Juicy shrimp is simmered in garlic mushroom butter sauce and tossed with fettuccine. This dish is ready in just 15 minutes!

Another quick pasta dinner is my Spaghetti alla Carbonara, which you can serve with Crispy Parmesan Tilapia.

Overhead close up shot of fettuccine pasta with shrimp and mushrooms, served on white plate.

Garlic butter and mushrooms are most definitely one of my favorite flavor combos. Just the smell of garlic and mushrooms sauteing together in butter makes you hungry and you know the dish will be delicious. Point in case, my Garlic Butter Mushroom Pork Chops. The reviews prove that this combo works every time. Why not with seafood? Shrimp is absolutely fantastic with sauteed mushrooms. Add garlic butter to this combo and the whole dish is transformed into a flavor party!

GARLIC MUSHROOM SHRIMP PASTA

This Garlic Butter Mushroom Shrimp Pasta is perfect for a busy weeknight, yet elegant enough to make for a special occasion. It's absolutely delicious and so easy to make!

10-Minute Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe

August 24, 2018 by Anna 16 Comments

10-Minute Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe - quick and easy seafood takeout dinner that's healthy and delicious. Saute shrimp with easy homemade teriyaki sauce and serve with rice and steamed broccoli.

Close up on teriyaki shrimp with tails next to rice and broccoli.

Teriyaki sauce gets a lot of use around here. I make my Quick Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls very often and my Easy Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry is always requested. It's time for a seafood version! I've been asked many times for a shrimp version and here it is. It's quick, easy and super tasty!

10-MINUTE TERIYAKI SHRIMP

This 10-Minute Teriyaki Shrimp recipe is the perfect idea for a busy weeknight when you want something healthy and easy. Serve with fluffy rice and steamed broccoli.

Shrimp Scampi with Peppers and Spinach

June 6, 2018 by Anna 7 Comments

Shrimp Scampi with Peppers and Spinach - simple seafood meal that's ready under 30 minutes. Garlic butter shrimp, angel hair pasta and sauteed spinach with peppers.

Shrimp Scampi with red peppers and spinach and Angel hair pasta in white cooking pan.

This post is sponsored by Gorton's Seafood.

Today, we are partnering with Gorton's Seafood, to show you how to use their Simply Bake Shrimp Classic Scampi. It is perfect for seafood meals when you don't want to deal with raw shrimp and the mess of cleaning them. Simply pair Gorton's Simply Bake Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair pasta and sauteed garlic, spinach and bell peppers. Toss everything together for a simple meal any day of the week.

Baked Teriyaki Salmon

April 21, 2018 by Anna 14 Comments

Baked Teriyaki Salmon - a quick and easy dinner idea with lots of flavor! Delicious salmon baked with homemade teriyaki sauce and roasted broccoli.

Teriyaki salmon on plate with broccoli and rice.

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Why This Recipe Works

Baked salmon with rice and steamed vegetable is one of the easiest dinners you can make on a busy weeknight. It only requires one sheet pan and if you make the rice ahead, you can save even more time. Use my homemade teriyaki sauce that you can make and keep in the fridge until ready to use. This Baked Teriyaki Salmon is flaky, delicious, and perfect for busy weeknights or a special occasion!

Crispy Fish Greek Rice Bowls Recipe

August 11, 2017 by Anna 10 Comments

Crispy Fish Greek Rice Bowls Recipe - chopped vegetables, cucumber dill sauce and rice served with breaded fish fillets are a delicious lunch or dinner idea for busy weekdays.

Crispy Fish Greek Rice Bowls Recipe - chopped vegetables, cucumber dill sauce and rice served with breaded fish fillets are a delicious lunch or dinner idea for busy weekdays.

This post is sponsored by Gorton's Seafood.

Today I am partnering with Gorton's Seafood to bring you a delicious way to jazz up store-bought breaded fish fillets. I used Crunchy Breaded 100% real fish fillets from Gorton's and created a rice bowl with Greek flavors. It's a super easy and quick lunch or dinner idea that my whole family loved.

This is a great dish for those busy days, when want convenience of breaded fish fillets and fresh vegetables and rice.

Quick and Easy Asian Takeout Recipes

July 27, 2017 by Anna 5 Comments

Quick and Easy Asian Takeout Recipes is our delicious collection of recipes that are better than takeout! Many of them are done in under 30 minutes! They are also easy to prep ahead of time.

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Why these recipes work?

When you are craving Asian food, skip takeout and make it in your own kitchen! It's easy and most recipes are done in 15 to 20 minutes. Talk about faster than driving to get takeout. Besides, cooking from scratch is healthy and a great skill to have.

Our collection of Asian recipes will guide you through different types of dishes and hopefully answer questions you may have about this cuisine.

Asian Chopped Salad with Garlic Sesame Vinaigrette Recipe

June 16, 2017 by Anna 15 Comments

Asian Chopped Salad with Garlic Sesame Vinaigrette Recipe served with Sweet Chili Pollock Tenders - quick and easy weeknight dinner idea with a ton of flavor!

Asian Chopped Salad with Garlic Sesame Vinaigrette Recipe served with Sweet Chili Pollock Tenders - quick and easy weeknight dinner idea with a ton of flavor!

Sponsored by Gorton's Seafood.

Today I am partnering with Gorton's Seafood to bring you one of my favorite summer salads with Asian flavors. Fresh and colorful vegetables are chopped and tossed with quick and easy vinaigrette made with soy sauce, garlic and toasted sesame seeds. This salad perfectly pairs with Gorton's Wild-Caught Pollock Tenders with Sweet Chili Sauce. My Hubby and I are obsessed with sweet chili sauce on our favorite Asian dishes so we knew the pollock tenders will be a hit!

Not only we loved them but our kiddos did too which makes this a family friendly dish for sure!