Basil is one of the first things I plant each Spring. I love everything about it; the color, the smell, the taste, and how easily it grows in a planter on my back deck. It’s also a key ingredient in many of the dishes I […]

Okay so I know it’s only October, but this dish reminds me of Christmas (pause for a moment of glee!) as I made this shrimp appetizer last year on Christmas Eve. The main dish that night was Spaghetti aglio e olio, a family tradition, so […]

Basil Belle If you like our Tomato Basil Sauce, you’re going to love this flavorful, fresh Tomato Basil Chicken dish. I recently made this for family members in town and it was a huge hit. You can easily eat this alone or served over pasta, or […]

Basil Belle Be prepared to have your tastebuds blown! This is a staple sauce in our home as it’s quick, simple, and it’s cheap = win. For under $4, you can make this sauce to go on pasta, pizza, chicken parmesan, or eat it by the […]