Author: Ava Smith

There’s something about the smell of a chicken sizzling and garlic that makes me happy instantly. The moment I prepare this Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry, my kitchen is overwhelmed by that rich and savory sweet aroma, which is like a warm hug. It is one of those quick dinners that I keep returning to—not…

Pork chops are pretty much nothing less than magical when cooked the right way, that is, tender, juicy, and a flavor explosion in your mouth. I have prepared them in the oven, on the grill, and in the skillet too, but once I tried the Instant Pot for cooking pork chops, I was completely hooked….

There’s a certain allure in the cooking of Brussels sprouts in a hot skillet—their edges become golden and crispy, while the centers remain soft, and the flavor is elongated to reach this nutty, slightly sweet perfection. Now picture mixing that in with smoked sausage and a pang of warm, fragrant Chinese five-spice. That’s the kind…

I have to confess that, among many dinners, this Shrimp Sausage Veggie Stir-Fry has been one of the quickest made in my kitchen, however, it has a real big part in my weeknight rotation. It is so colourful, smoky, a bit garlicky, and unbelievably satisfying for a dish that takes less than 30 minutes to…

Pork Chop Green Bean Casserole is simply one of those rare dishes which, when prepared, give me coziness and happiness. Homey meal, rich, creamy, savory, and comforting in every bite, is exactly what it smells like. Initially, I was not expecting it to be such a hit when I made it for the first time….

For sure, there are not many things that can compete with the combination of sizzling kielbasa, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese for the comfort food sweet spot. To me, this dish is pure weeknight magic. It is filling, warm, and made with the kind of ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Every time…

There is nothing more delightful than cooking a one-pan meal, which is accompanied by the enticing, rich and smoky aromas in your kitchen, and ensures a cozy dinner without the hassle of cleaning up multiple dishes afterward. One of those dishes I can never grow tired of preparing is this Cabbage Kielbasa Skillet Dinner. It…

To be straightforward, Beef Bourguignon is one of those meals that gives me the feeling of being a true chef each time I prepare it. The aroma of red wine simmered together with beef, garlic, and herbs permeates through the entire house, and it is nothing but coziness. It is not merely dinner—it is a…