Ode to the Microwave Breakfast Sandwich

Look – not everything on this blog is designed to be haut cuisine. Some things – like this Microwave Breakfast Sandwich – are just practical. And delicious.

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Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

This is perfect weeknight comfort food – savory, thinly sliced steak, caramelized onions, sweet bell peppers and umami-packed mushrooms, all stuffed into a soft hoagie roll. Pair it with a crisp lager or IPA. Ready in less than 30 minutes.

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Tuscan Grilled Chicken with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Angel Hair Pasta

This bright and flavorful pasta is especially suited to warm summer evenings, but can be enjoyed any time of year. It pairs perfectly with a crisp, dry white wine (such as pinot grigio).

Total cook time is probably around an hour, but can be shortened to 30 minutes by using rotisserie or pre-made grilled chicken from the deli section at the grocery store.

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7 Kitchen Hacks Used By Pro Chefs That You Should Be Using At Home

If you want to learn to cook like the pros, start with some of these tried-and-true pro hacks that have the potential to make your life infinitely easier in the kitchen.

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Saffron Grilled Chicken Kebabs

These chicken kebabs are simple to make, and are a sure crowd pleaser any time of year.

Saffron, once considered the world’s most elusive and prohibitively expensive spice, is now readily available at Amazon and other specialty grocers like Trader Joe’s.

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