Course: Main Dish

Shrimp & Grits

Growing up, I loved grits with a sunny side fried egg for breakfast. Something about creamy, salty grits with a runny yolk was the best. Little did I know that there was another combination I’d fall in love with: Shrimp & Grits. Grits for dinner?…

Sweet Potato & Chorizo Breakfast Hash

In college, we would splurge for breakfast some weekends at The Mirth. The place wasn’t anything special, it’s actually not even open anymore, but the food hit the spot. My go-to there was their sweet potato hash with chorizo. It was so good: spicy chorizo…

Instant Pot Carnitas

Have you hopped on the Instant Pot bandwagon yet? I’ve had mine for awhile now and I’m sold. It’s a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, & steamer among other things. Did I mention you can make the most perfect Carnitas with it? It’s no…

Thai Salad with Creamy Cashew Dressing

Spring is in full bloom here in Denver & I am all about it! After finding all the veggies at the farmer’s market, I was craving a salad & this Thai Salad with Creamy Cashew Dressing was the result. The key to a good salad…

Roasted Turkey Breast

Roasting a whole turkey on Thanksgiving can be intimidating. Different parts of the bird cook at different rates so often, some dries out before the rest can cook. Not to mention, it’s a WHOLE bird. That’s a lot of meat if you’re having a smaller…

Lamb Meatballs in Coconut Harissa Curry

Summer Sundays typically start with trips to the farmer’s market. We usually get whatever produce or meat looks good then build the weekly menu off of our haul. On a recent trip we met the folks at Corner Post Meats and were quickly sold on their steaks…