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 December Recipe Cheat Sheet Is Here ✨
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Hello Reader Hi friend, We’ve officially entered the whirlwind of December, the gatherings, the gifting, the cozy nights in… and the constant question: What should I cook? Don’t worry, I’ve got you. Think of this as your December cheat sheet packed with easy, delicious, crowd-pleasing recipes you can come back to all month long. (Save this email so it’s handy when you need it!) 🎉 For Holiday Get-TogethersHosting doesn’t have to be stressful, sometimes one standout dish is all you need. Try these simple-but-impressive favorites: 🎄 Bourbon Party Meatballs - sweet, savory, and the first thing to disappear at every party. 🎄 Smoked Salmon Dip - one of the tastiest appetizers you can make in 10-minutes. 🎄 Salmon Stuffed Mushrooms - naturally gluten-free and low-carb 🍲 Cozy Comfort FoodsWhen the temperature drops and you want something warm and soul-hugging, these are the meals I turn to again and again: 🍲 Turkey Chili - sub for beef or venison chili 🍲 Minestrone Soup - packed with veggies, so yum! 🍲 Veggie Tortellini Soup - brothy with soft cheesy tortellini 💝 Homemade Edible GiftsMy favorite way to spread a little love (and avoid the last-minute gift panic). These are simple to make and so fun to give: 🎁 Salted Caramel Pecan Popcorn - a delicious treat that everyone will love. 🎁 No-Bake Chocolate Peppermint Cups - Layers of white chocolate, milk chocolate and crushed candy cane 🎁 Homemade Herb Salt - use you favorite herbs 🎁 Rosemary Infused Olive Oil - I've been gifting this for years! 🍬 Sweet Holiday TreatsBecause no December is complete without something a little sweet! These festive treats are easy to make, perfect for gifting, and guaranteed to disappear fast. 🍬 Holiday Brazilian Brigadeiro - with a fun holiday spin! 🍪 Chocolate Pecan Cookies - soft, cake-like cookies, one of my favorite! 🍪 Ginger Molasses Cookies - seriously addictive! 🍫 Chocolate Espresso Hazelnut Cake - great flavor not overwhelmingly sweet. Wishing you a month filled with good meals, cozy moments, and plenty of reasons to gather around the table.
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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!
Hello Reader I always like keeping an eye on the recipes you’ve been reaching for the most and what's appealing right now. Here are a few dishes that have been trending lately around Garden in the Kitchen. Marry Me Chicken Chicken Jambalaya 🌞 Breakfast Boosts Egg & Chorizo Breakfast Tacos → so good you'll love this meal! Weight Loss Egg Omelette (3 Ways) → simple, filling and clean! 🥤 Smoothies Everyone’s Reaching For Chocolate Coffee Protein Smoothie Blueberry Beet Protein Smoothie Mango...
Hello Reader There’s something deeply comforting about a pot of beef stew simmering away. But over time, I’ve learned that not every stew serves the same purpose. So instead of asking what’s the best beef stew? I like to ask: Which beef stew feels right for you right now? If you’re craving something deeply cozy, the kind that warms the house and invites you to slow down. This hearty Dutch Oven Beef Stew is one I return to on quieter days. When I want comfort with a strong sense of tradition,...
Hello Reader This updated Chicken Cobb Salad is exactly that kind of meal I reach for when I need balance between the hearty meals. It’s fresh, satisfying, and full of real ingredients, without feeling cold or insubstantial. Eating with Intention This time of year, I naturally crave warming meals, stews simmering on the stove, hearty dishes that feel grounding and comforting. That’s always been my instinct, especially in winter. And yet, every so often, I find myself reaching for a colorful,...