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Pick Your Potion: Halloween Treats from CC&BT
Halloween is meant for ghostly costumes, haunted houses and spooky treats. But why not make your own homemade snacks and stay away from the overpriced store-bought candy? Check out these three mouthwatering recipes perfect for any Halloween party or festivity. Fall Trail Mix Sweet chocolate and salty pretzel snaps are the perfect combination in this Fall…
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New Recipe Alert: Seared Ahi Tuna with Salsa Verde
Now I know that the days are getting shorter and the blistering, cold weather is just around the corner. But don’t worry! I have the perfect recipe to warm you up and to make you feel like it’s still summer; seared ahi tuna with salsa verde, sunflower seeds and fresh cilantro! Flaky fish and a bright,…
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New Recipe Alert: Roasted Red Beet Hummus
It’s always a great idea to have an extra can or two of chickpeas in your pantry. They are perfect in soups, stews and salads because they add a delicious creamy texture and a significant amount of nutritional value. Add a healthy dose of tahini (ground sesame seeds), squeeze of lemon juice and a few…
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Campanelle Bolognese, The Perfect Recipe for Fall
I’m so excited that the blistering heat is coming to an end and the cool days of fall are right around the corner. Football Sundays, cozy sweaters and a simmering pot of chili makes fall without-a-doubt my favorite time of year. To kick off the cooler months, I wanted to create a recipe that you could…
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Not Your Yiayia’s Greek Salad
I LOVE Greek food. From a traditional lamb gyro with tzatziki and red onion to creamy avgolemeno soup with chicken and lemon, the flavors are always big, comforting and impossible to resist. Now don’t get me wrong, these dishes are perfect exactly how they are. But I wanted to take a classic Mediterranean-inspired dish and…
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New Recipe Alert: Balsamic Roasted Brussels and Chickpeas
If you love the texture of roasted vegetables and the bite of balsamic vinegar, then definitely try the latest recipe on Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs, Balsamic Roasted Brussels and Chickpeas! There are many reasons to love this recipe, including the simple preparation and quick cooking time. The Brussels, shallots and chickpeas all cook together…
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New Recipe Alert: Soy Sauce Eggs
You’ve probably seen soy sauce eggs on the menu at your favorite ramen shop. But have you ever thought about making them in your own kitchen? Well I’m happy to report they are simple to throw together and easy to make, plus you probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry and fridge. A…
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New Recipe Alert: Kale Stir-Fry
Stir-fry is the perfect dish to make when your trying to clear out the fridge. You can throw a variety of ingredients into a hot pan with some aromatics and fresh herbs, and you immediately have a well-rounded and flavorful meal. When you think of stir-fry, you might not immediately think of kale. But it’s…
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Spatchcocked Chicken: Recipe and How To
When roasting a chicken, do you want a bird that tastes good, is tender and juicy, and has perfectly crispy skin? Then spatchcocking a chicken is the right method for you. Spatchcocking a chicken most basically means to split then flatten the bird, and there are many pros to this technique. First, the chicken cooks more evenly…
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The Perfect Baked Potato
If you know me at all, you know that I love potatoes. There’s something incredibly satisfying and comforting about the creaminess of a perfectly cooked potato. From waxy fingerlings to starchy sweet potatoes, spuds are an incredibly versatile ingredient that can take on a wide range of seasonings and garnishes. One of my favorites ways…