The holidays call for dishes that feel festive, inviting, and just a little bit dramatic — and this creamy ricotta dip with warm chili oil delivers all three. Set it at the center of your Christmas table, surrounded by torn bread and glasses of wine, and watch it disappear. The contrast of cool, silky ricotta…
Author: chefmare819
Winter Apple Walnut Salad with an Apple Cider Vinaigrette
When the seasons begin to shift and the air turns just slightly crisp, I start reaching for salads that feel both fresh and comforting. This arugula salad with apples, toasted walnuts, and blue cheese is exactly that — bright and peppery, with just enough richness to make it feel special. The crisp sweetness of the…
Happy Thanksgiving
I wanted to take a moment and wish all my subscribers a happy and healthy thanksgiving! Thank you all so much for all the support you have shown me here on my blog. It truly means a lot. I’m very grateful and thankful for all of you. Enjoy the day with your families and friends…
Mare’s Thanksgiving Menu Guide
Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a good weekend. This year for thanksgiving, I wanted to do something a little different. I put together a menu guide with some drinks, appetizers, side dishes and desserts. If you are in need of some ideas/inspiration for turkey day I got you covered. I will also be sharing…
Sautéed String Beans with Shallots, Mushrooms and Bacon
Thanksgiving is all about balance — rich roasts, buttery potatoes, sweet cranberry sauce — and every holiday table needs a vibrant green side to bring it all together. These sautéed green beans with caramelized mushrooms and crispy bacon are exactly that dish. Tender-crisp green beans are tossed with garlic and olive oil, then layered with…
Spiced Apple Cider Margarita
There’s something about apple cider that instantly makes a gathering feel warm and inviting. This spiced apple cider margarita is everything I love about fall in a glass — crisp apples, warm cinnamon, and golden cider brought together in a drink that feels festive but effortless. With fresh apple slices floating in the glass and…
Autumn Roasted Vegetables
There’s something effortlessly beautiful about a platter of roasted vegetables — especially when they’re in peak season. Fall produce like butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower is at its best this time of year: sweeter, more flavorful, and perfectly suited for high-heat roasting. Cooking with seasonal ingredients not only enhances flavor and texture, but it…
Fall Harvest Pear Salad with Candied Cinnamon Pecans
As the seasons begin to shift and the air turns crisp, I find myself gravitating toward recipes that highlight the beauty of fall’s freshest ingredients. This Pear, Gorgonzola cheese & Candied Pecan Salad is a perfect example of how simple, seasonal produce can come together to create something both elegant and comforting. Sweet, juicy pears…
Spicy Broccoli Rabe with Cannellini Beans and Tomatoes
Sometimes the simplest ingredients come together to create the most satisfying dishes. This sautéed broccoli rabe and white bean skillet is a perfect example of how a handful of fresh, flavorful ingredients can transform into something vibrant, comforting, and incredibly delicious. Tender broccoli rabe is lightly sautéed until perfectly crisp-tender, then tossed with creamy cannellini…
Israeli Couscous with Roasted Zucchini & Tomatoes
Sometimes the best dishes are the ones built from simple ingredients that come together effortlessly. This Mediterranean Pearl Couscous Salad is fresh, vibrant, and full of bright flavors that make every bite feel satisfying yet light. Tender pearl couscous is tossed with cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic and then finished with crumbled feta for a…
In the Kitchen with Mare 