Category: SIDE DISHES

Southern English Pea Salad 

Southern English Pea Salad 

Although I didn’t eat Southern English Pea Salad, particularly growing up, I have had a fair amount of it after moving to the USA.  I was initially introduced to this one at an Easter brunch gathering in church we attended many moons ago. I have read more

Grilled Spicy Corn Salad

Grilled Spicy Corn Salad

with Honey–Lime Vinaigrette Grilled Spicy Corn Salad like this is such a staple of my household. I love, love corn! It’s one of those salads where you can use whatever you have on hand, including tomatoes, peppers, jalapenos, and coleslaw. It has great versatility! If read more

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto’s first taste is like a spoonful of sunshine- it’s a tasty and super simple recipe. The other day, I woke up and had this mad craving for Mushroom risotto. Oh, how much I cherish this dish. I vividly remember when my aunt, who read more

Homemade Pierogi

Homemade Pierogi

I love Pierogi probably my whole life, but homemade pierogi is entirely something different. Well, not really, but it’s homemade and they feel so much more special. You put so much love in making them so they should feel special, right? There are not many read more

Full Meal from the Grill

Full Meal from the Grill

— Using Kingsford Hardwood Pellets This post is sponsored by Kingsford. The opinion and text are mine. Cooking a whole family meal on the grill is not only a time-saver but also a very delicious way to prepare food. On top of that, you can create read more

Colcannon with Kale and Bacon

Colcannon with Kale and Bacon

Colcannon with Kale and Bacon is a tasty side dish and an excellent choice to make for St. Patrick’s Day, however, I could eat it probably every single day. Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish of buttery mashed potatoes with sauteed kale or cabbage. I read more