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Garden in the Kitchen

I’m Silvia — food lover and recipe creator with a passion for nourishing meals that bring comfort and joy to the table. Here you’ll find deliciously simple recipes inspired by seasonal ingredients, my Latin roots, and a love for wholesome cooking. Let’s cook something amazing together!

Your slow cooker wants you to make this
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Your slow cooker wants you to make this

Hi Friends Reader Is anyone else getting back into that busy end-of-summer/back-to-school routine? This is exactly when I start reaching for recipes that require very little from me and this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken is one of them. The chicken thighs cook until they're juicy and fall-apart tender, soaking up all that smoky-sweet BBQ sauce with garlic, smoked paprika and a little apple cider vinegar to balance everything out. Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs And since we're pulling out the slow...

Too many tomatoes? Make these before the season is over

Hi Friends Reader We are officially in peak tomato season, and this is one ingredient I never get tired of. Whether they're coming straight from your garden, the farmers market or you simply couldn't resist another container of those gorgeous little cherry tomatoes, now is the time to put them to good use. So today I'm sharing 6 of my favorite tomato recipes, from easy summer dinners to homemade sauces and even a couple of cozy soups for those of you already dreaming about fall. SOMETHING FOR...

This recipe went viral on Instagram ?

Hi Friends Reader I shared my newest mussels recipe on Instagram and it took off! So many of you have been watching, saving and sharing it that I realized some of you here may have completely missed the recipe. And honestly? I don't want you to. 😊 These Mussels in Tomato Coconut Broth are inspired by the flavors I grew up loving in Brazil, with tomatoes, garlic, saffron, coconut milk, cilantro and fresh lemon. But the broth is really the star. It's rich, flavorful and absolutely made for...

One pot, 30 minutes, and the BEST broth

Hi Friends Reader This recipe feels extra special to me. Growing up in coastal Bahia-Brazil, seafood was always a big part of family meals. Living in New England this tradition hasn't changed. Inspired by the bright coastal flavors I grew up loving—sweet tomatoes, garlic, fresh herbs, citrus, and just enough coconut milk to make the broth silky and rich. The best part? It comes together in about 30 minutes, making it just as perfect for a weeknight dinner as it is for entertaining friends....

6 Chicken Recipes You'll Want on Repeat This Fall

Hi Friends Reader If your family is anything like mine, chicken is probably on the menu at least once (or twice!) every week. The challenge isn't finding chicken, it's finding new ways to make it exciting. That's why I'm sharing 6 of my favorite chicken dinners that are easy enough for busy weeknights but delicious enough to make again and again. Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan If you haven't tried my Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan yet, now is the perfect time! Tender, juicy chicken is cooked in...

What to cook in August ??

Hi Friends Reader Happy August! If there is one month when the garden really tells us what to cook, it's August. Instead of starting with a recipe and making a shopping list, I love looking at what's ready in the garden, what came in the CSA box, or what looks especially beautiful at the farmers' market—and letting that decide what's for dinner. So, I put together my August Produce Guide to help you do exactly that. Inside you'll find 9 fruits, vegetables, and herbs at their best right now....

Skip the Jar: 5 Homemade Sauces Worth Making

Hi Friends Reader One of my favorite ways to make the most of summer is by turning fresh, seasonal ingredients into homemade sauces. Whether it's a basket of garden tomatoes, fragrant herbs, or homemade bone broth simmering on the stove, these simple recipes are packed with fresh flavor and they're surprisingly easy to make. The best part? You know exactly what's going into them. No unnecessary preservatives, no mystery ingredients, just wholesome, real food that tastes so much better than...

This 2-ingredient recipe is dangerously good

Hi Friends Reader This week I shared one of the simplest recipes I've ever published, and I honestly can't believe how delicious it is. The internet is already loving it and I am sure you will too! Made with just two ingredients, these cheesy onion crisps bake into crispy, lacy bites with sweet roasted onions tucked inside. They're the kind of snack that disappears almost as quickly as they come out of the oven. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer, alongside grilled chicken or...

The dinner I can't stop making lately

Hi Friends Reader If there's one thing summer in New England has taught me, it's to never pass up fresh seafood. This week, I'm sharing a brand new recipe that has already earned a spot in our regular dinner rotation. Tender haddock is layered with fragrant garlic butter, topped with a crispy Parmesan panko crust, and baked until perfectly flaky and golden. It feels a little special, but it comes together in just about 30 minutes and it's exactly the kind of meal I love on busy weeknights....

The 6 recipes everyone is making this week ?

Hi Friends Reader I'm always curious to see which recipes everyone is cooking from Garden in the Kitchen each week. Some of these favorites show up at the top of the list year-round, while others make their way back every season. Either way, there's a reason these recipes are viewed by hundreds (and sometimes thousands!) of home cooks every single day. They're reliable, family-approved, and recipes readers come back to again and again. If you're wondering what to make next, let the community...