February marks a few fun events for the month – the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, and Fat Tuesday! We love to have a big meal on Fat Tuesday that has some sort of Cajun flavor and influence. This year, I think I’m gonna make a big batch of my Cajun chicken pasta. It’s filling, feeds a crowd, and is made relatively quickly. My kids have a rather sophisticated palate. … [Read more...]
Katie’s Cucina: Turkey and Black Bean Chili
Hello, 2020! Such a strange thing to both write and say aloud. I remember years ago thinking 2020 was so far away. Now, it’s here and here to stay. If your goal for this new year or even decade is to eat healthier (but without much sacrifice of flavor), I have the perfect recipe for you this month! I love most food, but one food that I’ve never been able to embrace is ground … [Read more...]
Katie’s Cucina: Grinch Buttermilk Pancakes
Last holiday season, my son was enamored by the nonstop commercials from IHOP advertising the limited edition Grinch pancakes! Of course, naturally, we surprised him with a breakfast trip to IHOP so he could get his Grinch fix. As soon as I tasted the pancakes, I knew I could recreate these at home year round if I needed to! The following weekend, I got to testing. Needless to … [Read more...]
Katie’s Cucina: Gluten-Free Green Bean Casserole
Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Have you started thinking about your menu yet? Mine is just about set. For the past few years, I’ve hosted Thanksgiving at my house for about 12-14 family members on my mom’s side. They fly from all over the United States. It’s the one time of year that we get to see all the family together. One of my cousins has a gluten allergy, so I’m … [Read more...]
Katie’s Cucina: Gluten-Free Green Bean Casserole
Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Have you started thinking about your menu yet? Mine is just about set. For the past few years, I’ve hosted Thanksgiving at my house for about 12-14 family members on my mom’s side. They fly from all over the United States. It’s the one time of year that we get to see all the family together. One of my cousins has a gluten allergy, so I’m … [Read more...]