This post is sponsored by Ocean Mist Farms. All opinions are my own and I only share products I personally love. Thanks for supporting the brands that make this site possible! Have you had whole artichokes before? If you’ve hesitated to try cooking artichokes whole before, have no fear. I’m going to walk you through how to make stuffed artichokes in the oven (with step-by-step pictures!) and I’ll even explain how to eat them....

Sad, sad day here at Olivia’s Cuisine. My brother – who was living with me for the past 4 months – went back to Brazil yesterday! :( He was here studying for the GMAT and his program finished, so he’s going back to work for a few months (or years) and then maybe come back for his MBA. And now I’m alooooneeee… (With my husband! But with no brother!) Add that to the fact that I’m terrible at goodbyes....

If you are familiar with Georgian cuisine you know it often uses walnuts in various kinds of meat stuffing, sauces and desserts. I like the subtle nutty flavor walnuts add to a dish and thought they would be a great addition to a beef tenderloin roast recipe, along with spinach, to make the dish satisfying and balanced enough so that you don’t even need a side dish. This recipe makes the answer to the question what to serve with beef tenderloin very easy – a light salad is all you need....

FavoritePinShare I love quick and easy soups especially when this is such a busy time of year. I made this soup in the morning and put it in the crockpot on warm all day. I took a little bite before I put it in the crockpot and I feel in love. This soup was so yummy! I couldn’t wait to come home from being busy all day and eat this delicious soup with my family....

My short ribs rub is the Best Dry Rub for Ribs, and it’s so easy to mix together! Just a few staple pantry spices make the most flavorful beef ribs. This is the only homemade dry rub recipe you will ever need! Best Rib Rub Recipe Ribs are a favorite in my household, so finding the perfect balance of flavors for the seasoning was a must. The wonderful thing about beef short ribs is they’re so flavorful on their own (especially smoked or grilled!...

These boneless chicken thighs are crazy popular in our family, especially with the kids. It’s one of my wife’s signature chicken recipes. She came up with it a long time ago, and has since perfected it. So, my wife will be the chef today and I will be the photographer. The recipe is simple and very quick to execute, yet it makes a surprisingly flavorful and delicious dish. As these boneless chicken thighs are being cooked, the smell of sesame oil and garlic makes you so hungry that you just can’t wait till they are ready....

FavoritePinShare Blanketed with an insanely good soy garlic glaze, this juicy Asian glazed salmon is to die for! With how healthy and delicious it is, it will become your new dinner go-to! Salmon tastes so amazing with a sweet and savory, Asian-inspired sauce on top. You will love my other Thai, honey sesame, and teriyaki salmon recipes! Easy and Delicious Asian Glazed Salmon Recipe Asian glazed salmon is the perfect recipe for when you’re wanting to make something delicious and healthy without spending the whole night doing so....

FavoritePinShare My mother in law just flew in to see the baby when she is born. She will be here TOMORROW! Kind of freaking out a little bit. I am so exited to meet her! My boys have loved having their grandma here. They said that she gives the best back rubs. It has been so nice to have her around to help me get things ready. I especially loved having an extra hand in the kitchen making this salad and helping me clean up!...

Bad news: Not all legumes work with a keto lifestyle. Some, like beans, have too many carbs — others, like peanut butter, are safe to enjoy. When it comes to carbs in peas, where do they stand on the low carb spectrum? Are peas keto? Let’s dive deep into the answers and learn how to enjoy peas on a carb-conscious lifestyle. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....

The past few New Year’s Eves, Ben and I have gone out to a late dinner with friends, and because my hanger and I can’t handle waiting until 9 p.m. to sit down to dinner, I like to host a small group at my house beforehand for a warmup drink and snacks. On the beverage side, we keep it sparkling. A glass of the bubbly feels lighthearted and celebratory, the way New Year’s Eve should....

Can’t decide between cheesecake and brownies? Two desserts are better than one, so why not have them both? This recipe combines the goodness of two of our beloved desserts and makes one heck of a treat! Cheese and chocolate always make a wonderful pair. So how can you say no to soft, fudgy, and chocolatey brownies topped with rich swirls of cream cheese filling? This mash-up is so good, it’s impossible to stop at one....

FavoritePinShare Cheesy Olive Bread is a crunchy bread layered with salty green olives, black olives, melted cheese to make an outstanding appetizer! Simple and decadent bread that is sure to impress all your guests! You have also got to try The Best Homemade Garlic Bread, Philly Cheese Steak Cheesy Bread or Sausage Stuffed French Bread Boats which make great starter breads! Olive Bread Warm, cheesy bread with olives is pretty much my love language....

FavoritePinShare Chicken broccoli and rice casserole is a delicious, easy, family-friendly dish! It is creamy and filled with flavors that perfectly complement each other! You will love it! This recipe is amazingly delicious and you can’t beat a homemade casserole! After you’ve tried this one, go ahead and make Cowboy Casserole, Corn Casserole, or this yummy Sausage and Biscuit Casserole. You will love them all! Simple and Delicious Casserole I love a good casserole!...

This chicken cordon bleu casserole recipe is a healthier take on the chicken kiev and cordon bleu I grew up eating, without all the fuss of pounding and wrapping individual pieces of chicken. This healthy meal comes together much faster than the original, it’s naturally low carb, and it even has a hidden veggie in there — but it also has the same cheesy, creamy comfort food vibe that the whole family can agree on....

FavoritePinShare This scrumptious frosting is as sweet and irresistible as cookie dough! Add it to your favorite desserts for a pop of creamy decadence! Once you use homemade frosting for all of your baking needs, you’ll never go back. Packaged frosting just doesn’t cut it! White chocolate buttercream, cream cheese frosting, and chocolate cream cheese frosting are more amazing recipes to try next! Cookie Dough Buttercream Frosting Recipe Calling all cookie dough lovers!...

FavoritePinShare This chicken piccata is a light and delicious Italian dish that never disappoints. The juicy breaded chicken is smothered in a fresh lemon-caper sauce that explodes with flavor in every bite. It comes together so easily, yet presents itself so beautifully! Everyone who makes it is pleasantly surprised by how fast it comes together in one skillet. If you’re looking for more easy one-skillet recipes, try this chicken, this Salisbury steak, or this easy stir fry packed with vegetables....

FavoritePinShare Skillet seared chicken drenched in an easy, but delicious, creamy coconut lime sauce and baked to perfection. Let’s talk about chicken thighs for a minute. They are low cost. Easy to prepare. Hard to ruin. And so versatile. But sadly, I forget about them far too often. And that is a true shame because midweek meals around here can be hectic and crazy, and chicken thighs are easy. So easy....

Today’s post is part coddled egg recipe and part tutorial on “what are coddled eggs?” and how to coddle them. Are you ready to learn a fun new low carb breakfast treat? I personally love learning how to cook new low carb egg recipes and this coddled egg recipe has me super excited! The best part is that you can make them in 5 minutes or less. If you’re sitting there asking, “What are coddled eggs, Maya?...

FavoritePinShare This Copycat Chick Fil A Frosted Lemonade is a delicious and creamy cold drink for the summer. This copycat frozen lemonade is so refreshing and perfect for hot days! If you love Chick Fil A as I do, you have to try these other copycat recipes, they are to die for! Try my Copycat Sandwich, Nuggets, and of course their amazing Chick-fil-A Sauce! Chick Fil A Frosted Lemonade I have an obsession....

This post is sponsored by Nielsen-Massey Vanillas and includes tracking links. For more information about tracking links and how to opt out, please visit All About Do Not Track prior to clicking any links found in this post. A classic French tart made with cranberries ‘Tis the season for baking all the delicious things! Truth be told, I don’t bake as often as I’d like. Other than a weekend project here or there, my baking happens almost exclusively during the holiday season....