My Go-To Turkey Chili

My Go-To Turkey Chili

January 23, 2021 note: I posted this recipe originally in 2009. I’ve been making it for over 10 years and it has stood the test of time. Depending on whether I used diced tomatoes with peppers or whole tomatoes, which brand of chipotle peppers in 

Disappointing Dinner: Feta Chicken with Zucchini

Disappointing Dinner: Feta Chicken with Zucchini

I don’t often say this, but last night’s dinner was disappointing. When the dish came out of the oven, I was excited because it looked quite good. Plus, on an individual basis, I really like each ingredient: chicken, feta, lemon, zucchini.  But the flavors did 

MOM…THE MEATLOAF!!! Turkey Meatloaf

MOM…THE MEATLOAF!!! Turkey Meatloaf

Tim and I had a quiet Saturday night at home planned so I decided to make a comfort food staple – meatloaf. I’d be remiss if I didn’t post this Wedding Crasher’s clip because I can’t help but (poorly) imitate Will Ferrell whenever I make 

Thai Tuesday: Chicken Pad Thai

Thai Tuesday: Chicken Pad Thai

I found this recipe on Food & Wine’s website today.  I was surprised how little time was required to make this Thai classic. The key to the dish is Asian fish sauce.  For those of you who have not smelled Asian fish sauce, it does 

Looking for an easy dinner?  Trader Joe's to the rescue!

Looking for an easy dinner? Trader Joe's to the rescue!

After tending to my meat sauce for a couple of hours on Saturday, I was not in the mood for a lot of cooking last night.  Often on our way home from the Berkshires we stop at the Trader Joe’s in Danbury, CT.  It’s so 

Cacciatore Stoup(?) with Turkey Meatballs

Cacciatore Stoup(?) with Turkey Meatballs

Tonight, I made this tasty “stoup” — Rachael Ray’s word for a dish that is heartier than a soup but not quite a stew.  The dish boasts all the flavors of chicken cacciatore — peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, a touch of spice. Just a few changes.  

Back to School Dinner: Parmesan Chicken

Back to School Dinner: Parmesan Chicken

Since it’s the start of the school year, I thought I should post some kid-friendly recipes that will also appeal to adults.  Tonight I made Tim this wonderfully simple but delicious chicken cutlet recipe served over greens with a lemony vinaigrette. Just a couple of 

End of Summer BBQ: Barbecue Chicken

End of Summer BBQ: Barbecue Chicken

We had this delicious barbecue chicken on Sunday.  Everyone loved it!  It is definitely more work than using a store-bought sauce but I think it is worth it.  The rub imparts some spice and the sauce has sweetness from the molasses. No changes to the 

Friday Night Fiesta! Chicken Chilaquiles

Friday Night Fiesta! Chicken Chilaquiles

BEWARE…THIS RECIPE IS FOR SPICY FOOD LOVERS ONLY! It was a stormy afternoon and evening in the Berkshires so I thought some Mexican food would bring a little brightness to the day!  Last time we were in Mexico, the hotel we stayed at had delicious 

French Bistro Grilling Menu: Mussels with Grilled French Bread & Grilled Chicken Paillard

French Bistro Grilling Menu: Mussels with Grilled French Bread & Grilled Chicken Paillard

A couple of years ago I saw an episode of Bobby Flay’s “Boy Meets Grill” entitled French Bistro Grilling.  Tim and I adore typical French bistro fare.  Figuring it would only be more delicious on the grill, I printed out the episode’s recipes. We finally