Let’s face it: we’ve all asked the age-old question: What’s for dinner? Growing up in Iowa with a mom and two grandmas who could turn a garden bounty into culinary magic, I’ve learned a thing or two about keeping the table interesting. Dive into these recipes and make everyone at your table a happy eater!
Need a suggestion? Make sure to try out my dessert recipes when you need something sweet, my weeknight meal recipes when time is of the essence, or even try your hand at preserving your own food!
Rich, tender, and flavorful, these braised short ribs are the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Slow-cooked in a savory blend of red wine, herbs, tomatoes, and aromatics, they deliver a melt-in-your-mouth dish perfect for a cozy night or a festive dinner.
This creamy sausage pasta is a late-summer dream: smoky poblano peppers add gentle heat, sweet corn brings crisp sweetness, and savory sausage deepens the flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect blend of spice, sweetness, and creaminess for a quick, unforgettable meal!
Utilizing late summer produce, this classic stuffed peppers recipe packs a range of flavors into individual serving shells. Ground beef, jalapeños, onions, corn, and beans to create a textured filling. Customizable and fun to assemble, this recipe is perfect for any gathering.
These canned pickled peppers deliver a spiced flavor that can be enjoyed year-round. Using a simple brine, they become tangy and soft in texture while still retaining their heat. Adding a kick to sandwiches, pizza, or chili, they’re a versatile addition to countless dishes.
This recipe uses fresh dill to create classic, crisp dill pickles. Straightforward and simple, this preservation allows for cucumbers to be enjoyed year-round. Bringing a refreshing taste, these pickles make for a perfect condiment or snack.
Full of beets, sweet potato, carrots, and parsnips, this salmon salad is a winter root vegetable dream! Topped with sunflower seeds and a homemade vinaigrette, it’s your new go-to salad!
Packed full of grilled chicken and topped red and yellow peppers with a cilantro dressing, this salad is so delicious! It’s pretty much a chicken fajita but in an easy-to-eat salad form!
A simple grilled zucchini, onion, cherry tomato, and pepper salad with basil dressing is the perfect summertime meal! Super simple and fresh!
This simple spring salad is made of two primary ingredients: spinach and radish. It’s topped with a home French-style dressing, hard-boiled eggs, and bacon, so what could be any better while eating healthy?
