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I am a multicultural Southern California native with a lifelong passion for entertaining and all cuisines. A retired corporate executive, now loving life as a recipe developer and food blogger.
Micheline
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Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! This flavor-packed dinner is loaded with tender chicken, zesty green chiles, layers of tortillas, creamy, cheesy goodness, and delicious enchilada flavor. These flavorful ingredients come together in a delicious, family-friendly dinner. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal, and it’s even better the next day when the flavors have had time to meld!
Lemon Oregano Salt
This easy 3-ingredient recipe for Lemon Oregano Salt is a simple way to add fresh flavor to everyday cooking. Bright, citrusy, and wonderfully aromatic, it’s made with just lemon zest, fresh oregano leaves, and coarse salt. This homemade flavored salt brings a delicious balance of zesty lemon, savory oregano, and salty goodness to your dishes. This versatile homemade seasoning is an easy kitchen staple and a beautiful way to preserve the fresh flavor of lemon and oregano. Use it as a cooking or finishing salt.
Raspberry Simple Syrup
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh berry flavor, this Raspberry Simple Syrup is made with juicy fresh raspberries and a simple technique that extracts every bit of their natural sweetness and bold, fruity taste. Perfect for cocktails, mocktails, lemonade, iced tea, coffee, and homemade sodas, this easy syrup adds a beautiful ruby-red color and authentic raspberry flavor to your favorite drinks, desserts, and so much more! It’s delicious in my Raspberry Mojito Mocktail recipe.
Red Beet Roasted Garlic Hummus
This creamy Red Beet Roasted Garlic Hummus recipe takes classic homemade hummus to the next level. Made with tender roasted red beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and simple ingredients, a special blending technique creates the creamiest beet hummus ever. Vibrant, flavorful, and naturally beautiful, it’s perfect as a healthy dip for vegetables, pita, sandwiches, and snack boards. Learn how to make this ultra-smooth hummus.
Hibiscus Mezcal Margarita
Smoky, tart, and beautifully vibrant, this Hibiscus Mezcal Margarita combines smoky mezcal, fresh lime juice, Cointreau, and my homemade Hibiscus Simple Syrup for a bold twist on the classic margarita. An easy hibiscus cocktail that's perfect for summer sipping, happy hour, and holiday entertaining.
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
Made with dried hibiscus flowers, sugar, and water, this easy recipe for Hibiscus Simple Syrup is a vibrant, floral syrup with a beautiful ruby-red color and slightly tart flavor. This homemade hibiscus syrup is perfect for enhancing lemonade (like my Hibiscus Lemonade recipe), iced tea, cocktails, mocktails, and sparkling drinks.
Hibiscus Lemonade
Naturally vibrant, tart, and refreshing, this easy Hibiscus Lemonade is made with just three simple ingredients. Fresh lemon squeezed juice and my floral Hibiscus Simple Syrup make the perfect combination for this refreshing lemonade with gorgeous color and plenty of flavor. It’s an effortless summer drink perfect for sipping on a sunny afternoon or serving at your next gathering.
Everything Bagel Sourdough Discard Crackers
These Everything Bagel Sourdough Discard Crackers are the perfect way to transform inactive sourdough discard into a delicious homemade snack. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crackers bake up irresistibly crisp and salty, with tons of savory everything bagel seasoning flavor. They're easy to make, wonderfully crunchy, and perfect for pairing with cheese, dips, soups, or enjoying on its own.
Smoked Salmon Toast with Lemon Whipped Ricotta
Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this Smoked Salmon Toast with Lemon Whipped Ricotta. Made with thick slices of homemade sourdough bread, creamy lemon whipped ricotta, silky smoked salmon, salty capers, and fresh herbs, this recipe is light, tangy, and delicious. Easy enough for a weekday breakfast yet elegant enough for a nice brunch, this simple toast comes together in minutes and makes every bite feel a little special.
Lavender Lemonade
Nothing says summer quite like a tall glass of homemade Lavender Lemonade! This quick and easy recipe perfectly balances bright, tangy lemon juice with delicate floral notes for a drink that's light, fragrant, and irresistibly refreshing. This easy Lavender Lemonade is a delicious twist on the classic that everyone will love.
Spinach Feta Egg Bites
These Spinach Feta Egg Bites are a delicious, protein-packed breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings or meal prep. Made with fluffy eggs, fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a secret ingredient to make them puff up like little soufflés, these little egg bites are light, savory, and tasty.
Easy Lavender Simple Syrup
Delicately floral and beautifully balanced, this Easy Lavender Simple Syrup adds a subtle herbal sweetness without tipping into that dreaded soapy flavor. Made to highlight and not overpower its soft lavender notes, it’s the perfect way to elevate cocktails, mocktails, lattes, lemonades, and more. A small splash brings an elegant, aromatic touch to any drink, making even the simplest recipe feel extra special.
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Cozy, bright, and made in just one pot, this easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is packed with tender chicken, silky orzo, and a fresh pop of lemon for the ultimate comforting-yet-light meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or whenever you’re craving something warm and nourishing without a lot of effort. A bowl of pure comfort with a sunny twist.
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
This moist and delicious Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread recipe is easy to make and perfect for using up zucchini squash from the garden or the market. It’s packed with walnuts and chocolate chips to give it that dessert-like taste, while the moisture from the fresh zucchini keeps the crumb tender and flavorful.
Orange Olive Oil Cake
This Orange Olive Oil Cake recipe is sure to win over anyone who tries it! Filled with fresh orange flavor and a hint of exotic cardamom, this delightful cake is an example of both simplicity and sophistication. The richness from extra virgin olive oil gives this cake a moist texture and an incredibly tender crumb that will make it hard to stop at the first piece. The combination of ingredients elevates this cake to another level.
Lively Raspberry Lemonade
Tart lemons and succulent fresh raspberries are blended to give this Lively Raspberry Lemonade its vibrant color and bold flavor. Sweetened with agave nectar (sugar or stevia), this festive drink awakens your taste buds with the first sip. Using only 4 ingredients, this thirst quenching drink recipe can even be made keto friendly, and takes only a few minutes to prepare. Make it ahead of time, and get ready for a burst of fresh flavor with this twist on the classic lemonade!
Silky Whipped Feta Dip
This Silky Whipped Feta Dip with honey makes the most creamy and delicious appetizer. Made with feta, and cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, and lemon, this make ahead recipe is perfect for entertaining. This lemony dip is so versatile, you can enjoy it on its own, or for a salty sweet combination drizzle it with sweet honey or hot honey for some added spiciness. Its smooth texture and delicious taste pairs well with a variety of breads, chips, or veggies.
Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip
Dive into this rich and cheesy Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip! This easy crockpot recipe is made with spinach, tender artichoke hearts, rich cream cheese, tangy Greek yogurt, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for game night, Super Bowl Sunday, and parties, this thick and delicious dip is a crowd pleaser, making it a great choice for almost any social gathering. Instead of using mayonnaise, this slightly healthier version of spinach artichoke dip gets its added protein from Greek yogurt and is amazingly decadent.
Fresh Cranberry Sauce
Fresh Cranberry Sauce may be a holiday staple, but it’s delicious any time of year. Lightly spiced with warm cinnamon and aromatic cloves, and a hint of orange, this quick and easy recipe takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. This cranberry sauce is even better if made a few days ahead of time, which allows the flavors to fully develop. It’s the ultimate accompaniment to any holiday meal.
Blueberry Cinnamon Baked French Toast
Indulge in a slice of heaven with this Blueberry Cinnamon Baked French Toast! Whether it's a lazy weekend morning or a special brunch, this oven-baked French toast brings together the warmth of cinnamon and the burst of fresh blueberries in every heavenly bite. This overnight recipe has a soufflé-like texture, which makes it perfect for entertaining. Top with some Blueberry Simple Syrup & Topping, or with a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and enjoy!