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 […]

Get ready to savor this Tomato Basil Pasta! Not only is it delicious, but you can make it in one stock pot! Yes, you heard me correctly, one pot people! And you know what that means… easy clean-up. Win-win. Another thing that is unique about […]

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 […]