Please note: I only work with companies and products I truly love and that align with The Defined Dish’s values. This post contains sponsored content for Tito’s Handmade Vodka. I am compensated for this collaboration, but all opinions are 100% my own. I’m a big fan of Tito’s Handmade Vodka—especially in a classic Dirty Martini—so … Read more

I love a simple, comforting bowl of egg drop soup, and this Paleo Egg Drop Soup is one of my favorites. I often keep homemade bone broth on hand—either a batch I make myself or a high-quality store-bought option from the freezer section—because it makes a fast, nourishing base for soups like this. Bone broth … Read more

This Chicken and Rice Enchilada Soup is a comforting, flavor-packed one-pot meal that captures the bold taste of enchiladas in a warm bowl. It’s an easy dinner option for busy weeknights or a relaxed meal on the weekend, coming together in about 45 minutes with minimal cleanup. Smoky spices, tangy red enchilada sauce, and diced … Read more

I’m a huge fan of chopped salads, and this Steakhouse Chopped Salad is a standout. Bright, crunchy, and full of bold flavors, it makes an excellent side or a satisfying main. Crisp bacon, hearts of palm, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, and a generous sprinkle of gorgonzola come together over mixed greens and are finished with a … Read more

Sweet potatoes were never a regular feature on my family’s Thanksgiving table when I was growing up. We always favored the classic, savory mashed potatoes. Over time, however, I developed a real love for sweet potatoes, and I know many of you grew up with them as a holiday staple. With that in mind, I … Read more

Pesto for breakfast? Absolutely. If you have a jar of homemade or store-bought Lemon-Basil Pesto in your fridge, it’s a simple way to turn ordinary eggs into a bright, flavorful morning meal. This Roasted Red Pepper and Pesto Omelet pairs tender egg whites and a whole egg with sautéed baby spinach, strips of roasted red … Read more

I first published this Whole30 Pot Roast recipe on the blog more than five years ago. It was already well loved, but I kept refining it until the flavors felt just right. With a few small changes—deeper aromatics, balanced acidity, and a slow braise—this version delivers a rich, comforting pot roast that’s perfect for chilly … Read more

I grew up in Texas and have long loved exploring Mexican flavors. Recently I’ve become especially fond of pescado a la Veracruzana at local restaurants — a bright, Mediterranean-inspired fish preparation from the coastal state of Veracruz. It’s lighter than many tomato-based fish dishes but still layered with flavor, and I wanted to recreate it … Read more

Walking through the grocery store often sparks my best recipe ideas. Ingredients catch my eye and suddenly a new dish forms in my head. This week I was craving fish, so I went straight to the seafood counter at my favorite market. They had a beautiful selection, but what really stopped me was something in … Read more

Here is a simple, flavorful way to cook fish at home: Poached Halibut in a Thai-Inspired Coconut Broth. This recipe highlights gentle poaching so the halibut stays moist and tender while absorbing aromatic Thai-inspired flavors. It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but special enough for guests. Poaching is a moist-heat cooking method that cooks … Read more