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small batch entree ideas for two; perfect for date night in! entree recipes are perfect to pair with any of the small batch sides. most recipes feature a protein, with enough for 2-4 servings.
Spicy Philly Cheesesteaks with Jalapeños
A spicy twist on the Philly Cheesesteak. This spicy Philly Cheesesteak is seriously one of my favorite sandwiches of all time. The FIRST post on A Flavor Journal was actually this Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich recipe. (I honestly recommend clicking it just because the difference in photos between it and this post are pretty comical!) How […]
Easy Date Night Bolognese Sauce
Date Night Pasta Shouldn’t be Difficult. Pasta has a really interesting way of being both comforting and elegant, and this bolognese sauce is no exception. Bolognese typically takes over three hours to simmer, but with a couple of helpful swaps, this only takes 45 minutes. Of course, if you have the time and you want […]
BLT Sliders with Caramelized Onions and Arugula
basically, the best mini BLT sandwiches. When tomatoes are ripe and juicy, it doesn’t get much better than making a perfect BLT. These little BLT sliders are super easy to put together, but they’ve got a delicious twist: caramelized onions, and arugula. There’s a step-by-step guide right here for caramelized onions. (If you’re making more than […]
tex mex fried rice with chicken
tex-mex chicken recipes are the best. Tex-mex fried rice is a pretty delicious twist on fried rice. While chicken fried rice is one of my favorite meals, it’s fun to shake things up every now and then. This fried rice is still simple, but has some really delicious ingredients that bump up the awesome tex-mex […]
buffalo chicken caesar salad :: small batch
an awesome buffalo barbecue chicken salad with all the toppings Warm weather means it’s officially salad season. This buffalo chicken caesar salad recipe makes enough for two big salads, but can easily be doubled or tripled if needed. It’s so good, and so easy to make! It’s part of the constant rotation on our summer […]
spicy ricotta baked meatballs :: small batch recipe
what can I make with leftover ricotta cheese? SPICY RICOTTA BAKED MEATBALLS Ricotta is one of those ingredients that I get for one recipe, and then it goes to die in my refrigerator. But why? Ricotta is so delicious! There’s no reason it shouldn’t be used in its entirety. So, in hopes to change my […]
small batch barbacoa (in the slow cooker)
spicy, small batch barbacoa with wine pairings! Slow cooker barbacoa is a solid recipe to keep in your back pocket. This small batch version uses only 1.5 pounds of beef, and makes the perfect amount for a smaller household! what is barbacoa? Barbacoa is the word from which “barbecue” was born. It’s basically a traditional […]
healthy buffalo chicken tacos with CAULIPOWER Cauliflower Tortillas
This post is sponsored by CAULIPOWER Cauliflower Tortilla but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I don’t know about you, but I totally indulged over Thanksgiving. And I’m seriously prepped and ready to indulge again at every holiday party I attend through the end of the year. 🙂 So sometimes, I need […]
crunchy chicken tostada stacks
an easy stacked tostada recipe Crunchy chicken tostada stacks are a new favorite around here. They’re insanely easy to make, they’re delicious, and you can make them to fit your exact tastes. I like mine with some spicy black beans, melty cheese, and hot salsa. 🙂 Another bonus in this recipe is the use of […]
lemon asparagus risotto with prosciutto
lemon, prosciutto, & asparagus risotto Risotto number five (of the risotto series on the blog) has arrived! This lemon asparagus risotto starts like a basic risotto: olive oil, onions, arborio rice, a splash of white wine, and chicken broth. But then, asparagus, lemon juice, prosciutto, and mascarpone transform it into a gorgeous flavor and textural […]