Back to school week might be exciting, but it can also be stressful. Enter Signature Mainstay Cowboy cookies. Originally developed after an especially stressful day, while nursing a killer headache, I am certain these cookies have a special medicinal quality. This recipe was the result of ravaging my pantry in a stress-based sweet-tooth craving. I … Continue reading Mainstay Signature Cowboy Cookies
Cooking & Recipes
Baked Breakfast Cups
I am not a morning person. If I have to get up early, breakfast needs to be easy to grab in a sleepy stupor or it won't happen. Devoting an hour on a Sunday afternoon to stocking the fridge with these baked cups is one of my favorite ways to have healthy sustenance for early weekday … Continue reading Baked Breakfast Cups
Parmesan Meatballs with Orzo in Basil Cream Sauce
In our house, pasta and red meat are considered splurges, so this meal is a treat for us! Cheesy meatballs, creamy orzo, and the freshness of the peas. YUM! Don't skimp on the basil or forget the lemon squeeze garnish; that freshness and acid make a huge difference to the flavor profile! Parmesan Meatballs with … Continue reading Parmesan Meatballs with Orzo in Basil Cream Sauce
How to Cut a Bell Pepper
Today's Kitchen Basics lesson is something that confounds many home cooks: what is the easiest way to break down awkwardly-shaped bell peppers? Grab that knife, and let's learn! First, cut off the top (with the stem) and the bottom of the pepper, creating a sort of bell pepper "tube". Run your knife around the inside … Continue reading How to Cut a Bell Pepper
How to Slice and Dice an Onion
We're kicking off a new series for home cooks: Kitchen Basics! When you cook regularly, you will inevitably dice countless onions. They are the base of so many savory recipes! However, did you know it doesn't need to be a struggle? Read below on how to dice onions as quickly and easily as possible. Read … Continue reading How to Slice and Dice an Onion
Mainstay Fire Cider
It's mid-August, which means it times to to make another batch of our secret weapon against the fall/winter cold and flu season: Fire Cider! This homeopathic tonic was developed by an herbalist in the 1970s and has grown in popularity ever since. It is a powerhouse for your immune system, and as a bonus, it's … Continue reading Mainstay Fire Cider
Cinnamon Vanilla Star Anise Chia Pudding
I get it: chia seeds are strange. However, for those who find themselves on frustrating diet restrictions, chia pudding can be a welcomed treat for those who can't indulge otherwise. Also, chia seeds provide several power-packed health benefits, including high fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids. They lower blood pressure, regulate blood sugar, and reduce … Continue reading Cinnamon Vanilla Star Anise Chia Pudding
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Marsala is a classic recipe for a reason, and definitely a favorite around here! There's a bonus to our version, because we've found a way to lighten it up while keeping it delicious! We skip dredging the chicken in flour, using a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce instead. Yet, that balance of mushrooms, … Continue reading Chicken Marsala
Rosemary Dijon Dressing
Sometimes, we develop a recipe in the kitchen that is so addictive, we rush here to share the goodness. This dressing was one of those accidental delicious discoveries that we discovered for dinner just last week! It's a simple mayo-based dressing packed with a flavor profile somewhere between traditional ranch dressing and honey mustard. In … Continue reading Rosemary Dijon Dressing
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
If you're looking for a party dish that everyone will gather around, too busy to compliment you because they won't stop eating it, this salsa is that dish. It works just as well as a companion to a stay-at-home movie night with a giant bag of tortilla chips. Or make it for your next taco/fajita … Continue reading Black Bean and Corn Salsa
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