If you enjoyed my Whole30 Mongolian Beef recipe, you’ll love this Crispy Ginger Beef + Broccoli Stir Fry. This version delivers the same savory-sweet satisfaction with a crispier texture and a bright punch of fresh ginger. It’s fast, family-friendly, and perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something flavorful without a long ingredient list. This … Read more

This Tex-Mex Grilled Chicken captures the bold, smoky flavors you expect from a restaurant-style Tex‑Mex dish, made simply at home. It’s an easy, versatile recipe that works beautifully in tacos, bowls, salads or lettuce cups. The chicken is tender, well-seasoned from a savory marinade, and finishes with a nice char from the grill. As someone … Read more

These Pepperoncini Grilled Chicken Sandwiches are truly next-level: tender, tangy, and creamy all at once. They’re perfect for backyard grilling, casual dinners, or anytime you want a sandwich with a bright, zesty twist. Pepperoncinis are mildly spicy, tangy peppers often used in Italian and Mediterranean cooking. Their balancing tang and gentle heat lift salads, sandwiches, … Read more

Even if you usually pass on turkey burgers or shy away from ground turkey, these Avocado Turkey Burgers will change your mind. They’re juicy, flavorful, and have a creamy avocado finish that makes them stand out from the typical dry turkey patty. Turkey burgers often earn a bad reputation because lean turkey can dry out … Read more

Spring arrives with tender greens, bright citrus and the earliest spring vegetables—perfect for a simple, fresh sheet pan dinner. This Spring Sheet Pan Salmon celebrates those flavors: roasted asparagus and radishes finished with a creamy Lemon-Tarragon sauce. The combination is light, bright and easy to prepare on a weeknight or for a casual dinner with … Read more

Nothing captures the holiday spirit like a bottle of bubbly—and Coq au Champagne delivers that celebratory feeling in a cozy, impressive main course. This elegant riff on the rustic French classic Coq au Vin uses Champagne or another sparkling wine to create a bright, lightly acidic base that becomes a silky, creamy sauce. Bone-in, skin-on … Read more

Today’s #DDGrillWeek2026 recipe is a nostalgic throwback inspired by one of my favorite college late-night taco spots, Salsa Limon, in Fort Worth. It began as a food truck parked across from the bar I frequented at TCU, and it quickly became the place to grab an el capitan steak taco after a night out. I … Read more

The classic Clayton Margarita takes on a cozy autumn twist in this Spiced Apple Cider Margarita—an ideal cocktail for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, or any crisp fall evening. I tested this recipe several times to get the balance right. A lime-forward version (like a classic margarita) didn’t feel right, so I switched to fresh orange for … Read more

This Ginger-Scallion Chicken and Rice Soup is a warming, fragrant bowl of comfort with layers of bright, savory flavor. A base of sautéed yellow onion, garlic, fresh ginger, and scallion whites, cooked in avocado and toasted sesame oil, creates an aromatic foundation. Tender chicken thighs and jasmine rice make the soup satisfying, while baby bok … Read more

Spring Spaghetti Carbonara is what pasta dreams are made of: creamy, glossy noodles tossed with spring vegetables and crispy pancetta. This bright, comforting pasta feels light and fresh thanks to asparagus and peas, yet still indulgent from the silky egg-and-cheese sauce. It’s an easy, elegant dish that’s perfect for a cozy weekend dinner or a … Read more