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Juicy and succulent oven-roasted bone-in chicken thighs baked with citrus, fennel, white wine, and dijon mustard.| Craving California
Crisp, little gem lettuce leaves, bitter radicchio, and black beluga lentils tossed with creamy pecorino cheese vinaigrette.| Craving California
This easy-to-follow recipe will teach you step-by-step how to make perfect, melt in your mouth, crispy, roasted pork belly.| Craving California
This brothy soup is the ideal antidote to winter overload. The rich, golden broth is brimming with leeks, potato, chicken and tender wilted escarole. Pasta adds some heft but feel free to swap it out for farro, brown rice or barley. Finish with lots of freshly cracked black pepper and a squeeze of lemon. I... The post Chicken and Escarole Soup appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
This classic tuna salad is full of texture, color and crunch. It’s light and refreshing, not gloppy or heavy. Eat it straight from the bowl with a spoon, or piled high on toasted sourdough with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. There’s something so deeply comforting about the nostalgia of tuna salad. But let’s be... The post Tuna Salad appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
This smokey trout dip makes for a delicious snack or appetizer alongside potato chips or homemade crostini. Add a dollop on top of warm potato latkes or maybe as a light lunch slathered across buttery toasted rye bread – à la Danish smørbrød. Sometimes it’s the simplest recipes that are the most satisfying. Take this... The post Smoked Trout Dip appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
Infused with familiar flavors like maple syrup and fresh sage, this juicy and (pleasantly) fatty breakfast sausage strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Easy to make and better than anything you can buy in a grocery store feel free to customize it however you like with your favorite spices and seasoning. For a... The post Pork Breakfast Sausage appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
These simple, yet elegant poached pears are the perfect way to cap off a winter holiday meal. Infused vanilla and warming spices like cinnamon and clove, this recipe emphasizes the beauty of seasonal ingredients and unfussy cooking. Serve them with warm crème anglaise. Poached pears are rustic, elegant and absolutely delicious. I like to serve... The post Amaretto Poached Pears with Crème Anglaise appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
This homemade pasta dough is the foundation of so many simple, beautiful meals. Made with just flour, eggs and bit of olive oil, it’s a true testament to the power of pure, simple ingredients. Making homemade pasta takes a bit of practice, but the result of your effort will be well worth it. The recipe(s)... The post Fresh Pasta Dough appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
Overnight Oats checks all the boxes of a perfect weekday breakfast. You can make it in advance; it’s packed with whole grains, fiber and protein, and it’s extremely customizable, both in how you make it and how you eat it. Ever heard of overnight oats? Kidding – I know I’m extremely late to the party... The post Overnight Oats (Simple Base Recipe) appeared first on Craving California.| Craving California
Smash burgers are a revelation. Their thin, crispy patties, caramelized to perfection with lacy edges, topped with melty cheese and a generous slather of tangy burger sauce deliver an irresistible combination of simple ingredients and bold flavors. Once you experience the magic of a smash burger, you might never go back to traditional cheese burgers...| Craving California
A place for home cooks of all skill levels to come together and enjoy delicious, down to earth recipes inspired by the Golden State.| Craving California
This recipe will teach you step-by-step how to make perfect, melt in your mouth roasted leeks with olive oil, garlic, thyme and rosemary.| Craving California
When you need a recipe to round out your meal, look no further than these shop-stopping side dishes.| Craving California
This quick and easy, tomato soup is made with canned tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy coconut milk, so it's totally dairy-free and vegan.| Craving California
The BEST ever quick and easy loaded potato soup with cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onion! This soup is the ultimate comfort food!| Craving California
The perfect kale caesar salad with creamy, garlicky caesar dressing, homemade garlic bread crumbs and lots of parmesan cheese!| Craving California
Crispy Brussels sprouts, smoky bacon, irresistible flavor. This savory side dish is ready to be the star of your next meal.| Craving California
This elegant winter salad combines pleasantly bitter radicchio tossed with persimmons, walnuts, blue cheese and grainy mustard vinaigrette,| Craving California
Grated carrots and thinly sliced red onion bring tons of color and flavor to this healthy salad that's tangy, crunchy and perfectly sweet.| Craving California
In this simple dish, chicken breasts are pounded into thin cutlets, pan seared (or grilled) then bathed in a warm lemony-dijon vinaigrette.| Craving California
This soup is brimming with tomatoes, beans, pasta, sausage, wilted greens and broth infused with fresh rosemary, thyme and parmesan rind.| Craving California
This brothy, comforting soup is studded with bits of garlicky sausage, white beans and an abundance of sweet, aromatic fennel.| Craving California
Delicious, no-fuss chicken noodle soup with store-bought rotisserie chicken. This cozy chicken noodle soup is ready in under an hour!| Craving California
Homemade caesar salad with grilled shrimp, crispy garlic croutons and lots of shaved parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper!| Craving California
These savory grilled pork chops with peaches, jalapeño and honey are juicy, flavorful and best of all easy to make!| Craving California
Hamachi Crudo bathed in olive oil, grapefruit and dotted with Serrano chilis. This chilled summer appetizer is *almost* too pretty to eat!| Craving California
Delicate bibb lettuce meets a zippy vinaigrette, fresh tarragon, parsley & chives. A simple, vibrant salad that lets fresh flavors shine.| Craving California
Unbelievably smooth and decadent French bistro style mashed potatoes inspired by Joel Robuchon's classic recipe.| Craving California
Made with fresh herbs, garlic, onion and leeks this versatile chicken stock is a great way to add depth and flavor to soups and other dishes.| Craving California
A perfect summer salad with creamy burrata, nectarines, farmers market tomatoes, salty prosciutto, torn basil and a simple vinaigrette.| Craving California
Vibrant, crunch, and healthy. A delicious mix of red cabbage, carrots, and a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.| Craving California
A chilled Israeli couscous salad with avocado, snap peas, and herbs. This refreshing salad is a perfect side dish or warm-weather lunch!| Craving California
If you're looking for a simple and flavorful way to add subtle heat to your food these zippy pickled Fresno chilis are a great option.| Craving California
Fresh and crunchy edamame, snap peas, and cucumber tossed in a rice vinegar and soy sauce dressing! This edamame salad is quick, easy and super healthy!| Craving California
Warm roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, baby spinach and crispy fried shallots all tied together with a not too sweet balsamic vinaigrette.| Craving California
This warm grilled vegetable salad is made with charred summer veggies, white beans, creamy feta cheese and a flavorful vinaigrette!| Craving California
These crispy fried shallots are easy to make and instantly enhance any dish they're added to with delicious crunchy, savory, onion flavor.| Craving California
This salad is an ode to summertime; sweet, summer peaches, fresh basil, fried shallots and lettuce lightly dressed with balsamic vinaigrette.| Craving California
Crunchy cucumbers, feta cheese, lots of fresh herbs, flaked salmon and some optional pickled fresno chilis round out this lively rice salad.| Craving California
Everyone should know how to make a perfect, puckery vinaigrette. Luckily it's very simple – here are all my tips and tricks.| Craving California
Healthy, hearty and fresh salad recipes! Tossed, chopped and even grilled! Our salads come in all shapes and forms, some with lettuce, others with grains or even pasta!| Craving California
This California chopped salad combines chopped kale, treviso, salami, provolone cheese tossed with a zesty pepperoncini vinaigrette!| Craving California
Meet Leigh Anderson, trained chef, pasta enthusiast, dog mom and creator of Craving California. Get ready for some delicious inspiration!| Craving California
The Cobb salad is one of those rare combinations of ingredients that adds up to so much more than the sum of its parts. Salty bacon, perfectly pan-seared chicken, soft, jammy eggs (or hard-boiled if you prefer), creamy avocado and blue cheese. A bed of cool, crisp lettuce provides a refreshing counterpoint to the richness,...| Craving California
Grab the freshest, best quality scallops you can —it's the secret to this bright and refreshing summer crudo.| Craving California
A refreshing, tuna crudo drizzled with olive oil, fresh blood orange juice and a sprinkle of capers and onion.| Craving California
Seared pork chops smothered in a simple pan sauce made with sautéed apples, white wine and a few generous spoonfuls of tangy mustard.| Craving California
Made with crisp celery, apple, walnuts and parmesan cheese – prepare to be pleasantly surprised by this bright and refreshing salad.| Craving California
A perfect, winter salad made with thinly sliced brussels sprouts, pecorino cheese, golden raisins and walnuts tossed with lemon vinaigrette.| Craving California
Inspired by the iconic iceberg lettuce salad served at Japanese restaurants, this carrot ginger dressing adds a tangy punch to fresh salads.| Craving California