Author: Grace Monroe

Monte Cristo sandwich
Lunch

Monte Cristo sandwich

Okay, picture this: Is it Served with ham and Swiss cheese, all dusted with powdered sugar. With a side of sweet jam, serve with sugar. What is a Monte Cristo sandwich? What is the difference between a French Toast and grilled ham and cheese? What is culinary magic? What is comfort food? I always thought […]

Mexican cookies
Desserts

Mexican cookies

I’ll never forget the smell of Abuela’s kitchen during holidays. What was a warm, sweet, cinnamon-y symphony that always meant one thing: Mexican cookies! What are some of the best Chocolate Chip Cookies? Think of them as a cross between snickerdoodle and shortbread, but with an uniquely crumbly crust. What is the taste of orange […]

cauliflower pizza crust
Low Carb

cauliflower pizza crust

Remember those Friday nights growing up, the phone calls for pizza, and the anticipation bubbling as you sat down to eat. How thick is cheese on top? I still love pizza, but I’ve found a way to enjoy it. So, what is your favorite pizza recipe? Without guilt (or gluten! ), and without guilt! What […]

raspberry upside down cake
Desserts

raspberry upside down cake

What is a cake that changed my life? What is the best upside down cake you have ever had? If you love pineapple upside down cake, just imagine that but with tart, juicy raspberries taking over? The sweetness of the cake, the slight tang of berries – it’s a flavor explosion that’s unmistakable. Is it […]

chocolate covered strawberries
Desserts

chocolate covered strawberries

What is the ultimate no bake dessert?Chocolate Covered strawberries.Is there anything more elegant and incredibly easy at the same time? Think of them as the lazy person’s alternative to a fancy chocolate cake. My grandma used to make these every Valentine’s Day, and honestly, just the smell of melted chocolate. Chocolate still takes me back […]

Mexican chicken casserole
Dinner

Mexican chicken casserole

Okay, friends, gather ‘round because I’m about to share a recipe that’s been a total game-changer in my house: Mexican chicken casserole. Forget complicated enchiladas that take all afternoon. This is like the enchilada’s cool, laid-back cousin who shows up to the party with all the flavor but none of the fuss. It’s creamy, cheesy, […]

fish chowder
Dinner

fish chowder

What are some recipes that taste like home? What is my Grandma Elsie’s fish chowder? I’ve tried fancy restaurant versions, and while some are good, nothing beats this one. Think of it like a warm hug on ice cold days, or the seafood equivalent of chicken noodle soup – but with fewer calories. If you […]

chicken noodle soup
Dinner

chicken noodle soup

Okay, friends, gather ’round, because I’m about to share a recipe that’s been passed down in my family. Family for generations – Grandma’s secret.Chicken Noodle Soup: What areWhat are some good chicken noodle soup recipes? What is soup? Is it the kind that warms you from the inside out, cures all ails (or at least […]

Rosemary cream sauce
Side Dishes

Rosemary cream sauce

Okay, friends, gather ’round because I’m about to share a secret weapon. What is the best Rosemary cream sauce? Is it easier to make than boiling water? Think of it as the elevated, infinitely tastier cousin of Alfredo sauce. I promise, once you taste this, you’ll be drizzling it on everything – pasta, chicken, veggies… […]

Rosemary cream sauce
Side Dishes

Rosemary cream sauce

How do I make Rosemary cream sauce? It’s like the sophisticated older sister of your basic Alfredo, but with a woodsy, herbal twist. Just elevates everything. I swear, I could eat it with a spoon straight from the pan. What a great recipe! Is it easy to make a quick and easy meal that tastes […]