Chipotle Cheddar Mac & Cheese


Who doesn’t love Mac and Cheese?!?! If you’re lactose intolerant I completely understand, but can’t relate. This recipe is one of my most requested recipes from friends and family members after I’ve made it for gatherings. This is another recipe inspired by a trip to Fleming’s Steakhouse. They have an identical side item that became…

Summertime Fajitas


The very first time I had ever visited Scott in Houston, he had taken me directly from the plane to his favorite Tex-Mex restaurant. His obsession with this place meant that we ate there at least twice a week….minimum. Every time we go Scott orders the same thing; tacos al carbon or we would order…

Chicken Tinola (Filipino)


This dish is one we ask my mom to make when we are feeling rundown and under the weather. The broth just hits the spot! It can be describe as the Filipino chicken noodle soup equivalent but it is served with or over rice rather than with noodles. This dish just warms me up inside and…

Baked Sweet Potato Fries


This healthy side is a perfect marriage between the good fats from the olive oil and all the vitamins packed in sweet potatoes. You can serve this with with any burger, sandwich or for your next barbecue. What I like about this side is that it is really versatile. You can change your seasonings depending on your…