Thanksgiving Ideas – 2025

Thanksgiving is getting close and I wanted to share some ideas from my site to help you fill out your menu. Aren’t these little turkeys cute? This is one of the many things we print, hand paint and sell on my Etsy store Nuggets Farm. 😀 I have lots of great vegetable, side dish, dessertContinueContinue reading “Thanksgiving Ideas – 2025”

Charred Tomato and Corn Succotash

Charred tomato and corn succotash is a bold, fresh update with smoky, zesty flavor in every bite. Sweet corn and juicy tomatoes are charred to bring out their natural sweetness, then tossed with tender lima beans, crisp bacon, and scallions. A hit of ancho chili powder and fresh garlic adds a warm, earthy spice, whileContinueContinue reading “Charred Tomato and Corn Succotash”

Marinated Tomato and Feta Salad

In this marinated tomato and feta salad, juicy tomatoes are marinated to perfection with briny capers, tangy pepperoncini, and thinly sliced onion in a bold mix of olive oil and red wine vinegar. Crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty bite, while a pinch of red pepper flakes gives just the right touch of heat. FinishedContinueContinue reading “Marinated Tomato and Feta Salad”

Mexican Charred Corn Salad

Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly creamy—this Mexican charred corn salad is loaded with flavor. Sweet corn is flame-charred until golden and tossed with finely diced jalapeño, a squeeze of fresh lime, creamy mayo, a pinch of chili powder, and crumbled cotija cheese. It’s the perfect balance of heat, tang, and richness in every bite. Great asContinueContinue reading “Mexican Charred Corn Salad”

Creamy Beet Salad

Earthy meets elegant in this bright, flavor-packed creamy beet salad. Sweet roasted beets are tossed with tangy red wine vinegar and honey, then swirled into creamy, rich labne. Finished with fresh dill, salt, and cracked black pepper, it’s a beautifully balanced dish—cool, herby, and irresistibly vibrant. A perfect side or standout appetizer that brings colorContinueContinue reading “Creamy Beet Salad”

How to Make Kimchi at Home

Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish made from fermented vegetables, most commonly napa cabbage and Korean radish (mu), seasoned with a blend of chili pepper flakes (gochugaru), garlic, ginger, scallions, fish sauce, and a few other ingredients. It’s bold, tangy, spicy, and rich in umami. If you’d like to learn how to make kimchi atContinueContinue reading “How to Make Kimchi at Home”

Taqueria Style Jalapenos and Carrots

My family loves good authentic Mexican food. One of the highlights of eating at a good taqueria for me has always been the big jar of pickled carrots and jalapenos you often find. Taqueria style jalapenos and carrots (and usually onions) are briefly cooked in the pickling liquid with spices. This gives them a wonderfulContinueContinue reading “Taqueria Style Jalapenos and Carrots”

Wok Charred Green Beans

One of the best ways to cook vegetables is to use a wok! These wok charred green beans are not exception. Woks get super hot and they allow you to add great char and flavor to whatever you cook in them. This is especially great with vegetables because you can keep them fresh and crispContinueContinue reading “Wok Charred Green Beans”

Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Black Beans and Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette

If I’m being honest, this is not really my family’s favorite type of meal, but it is mine! I loved this kale salad with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans and lemon garlic vinaigrette. I ate the leftovers for lunch for 3 days after we had it. It held up SO well in the fridge withContinueContinue reading “Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Black Beans and Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette”

Collard Greens

Braised collard greens are one of my favorite side dishes because of the beautiful balance of texture and flavor. Made correctly they have a silky texture and a little hint of bitterness balanced with salty, sweet and smoky notes. These do take a few hours to make, but almost all of that is slow cookingContinueContinue reading “Collard Greens”