Hi Friends Reader One of my favorite things about sharing recipes isn't just creating them, it's hearing how they turn out in your kitchen. Every time you leave a review, tell me you made a recipe for your family, or share a photo, it truly makes my day. It reminds me why I started Garden in the Kitchen all those years ago. Today I thought it would be fun to share a few recipes that have recently received wonderful five-star reviews from readers just like you. ❤️ ⭐ Recipe #1Insanely good. I’m...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader One of my favorite things about summer cooking is that dinner doesn't have to be complicated (haven't I said this before?!) When the weather is beautiful, the last thing I want is to spend hours in the kitchen or deal with a sink full of dishes. That's exactly why foil packet dinners have become one of my favorite ways to cook this time of year. They're simple to prepare, practically cook themselves, and let fresh seasonal ingredients shine. My newest recipe is officially...
13 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader Father's Day is this weekend, and if you're still deciding what to make, I've got you covered. Whether Dad is the king of the grill, a slow-cooked meat enthusiast, a seafood lover, or simply someone who appreciates a really good meal, here are a few of my favorite recipes to help make the day special. 🥩 For the Dad Who Loves Slow-Cooked Meats Few things say "special occasion" like a fork-tender roast that's been cooking low and slow all day. Red Wine Braised Beef Slow Cooker...
22 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader If you've been around Garden in the Kitchen for a while, you may remember this recipe. My Chicken Zucchini Skillet first appeared on the blog back in 2017, and every summer since then I've found myself making it again when the zucchini starts taking over the garden. Back then, the recipe was all about being "low carb." Today, my cooking looks a little different. These days, I'm much more focused on simple meals made with seasonal ingredients, letting fresh produce shine, and...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader Some nights I enjoy cooking. Other nights I want dinner on the table fast, with as few dishes as possible. That's when skillet meals come to the rescue. Everything cooks in one pan, cleanup is minimal, and dinner somehow feels a whole lot easier. If you're looking for simple weeknight inspiration, here are 10 skillet meals that deserve a spot in your rotation: Turkey Taco Skillet Shrimp Squash Skillet Cabbage and Sausage Beef and Veggies Chicken Green Beans Tuscan Salmon...
25 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader With the World Cup underway, I've been thinking a lot about my childhood in Brazil. Growing up, soccer wasn't just a sport, it was an event. Friends and family would gather around the television, everyone talking at once, cheering, celebrating, and of course, eating. The funny thing is, no matter where you live, game days tend to bring people together in much the same way. Good food, good company, and a reason to gather around the table. These are some of the foods I grew up...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader Lately, I've been leaning hard into sheet pan dinners. Not because they're trendy. Not because they're fancy. Because it's summer, I'd rather be in the garden than standing over the stove, and sheet pan dinners make life easier. Everything cooks together on one pan, cleanup is minimal, and dinner practically takes care of itself. If you're staring into the fridge wondering what's for dinner this week, I've got you covered. A longtime reader favorite packed with Mediterranean...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader If you've been following along lately, you know that seafood is a regular part of our menu, especially during the summer months. Living in New England, we're fortunate to have a local fisherman friend who delivers fresh seafood from the Massachusetts coast every week, and lately I've been getting a lot of haddock. This new Mediterranean Baked Haddock recipe is what I've been making on repeat. Mediterranean Baked Haddock If you're looking for more fish dinner inspiration,...
30 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends Reader For years, I've been cooking fish this way and I still don't think enough people know about it. Instead of worrying about dry fish, stuck-on pans, or complicated cleanup, I simply wrap everything in foil and let the oven do the work. The result? Tender, flaky fish, perfectly cooked vegetables, and almost no dishes afterward. Baked Fish in Foil with Vegetables Watch How I Make It Once I started cooking fish this way, it quickly became one of my favorite weeknight shortcuts....
about 1 month ago • 1 min read