Everything I Made August 2023
August 3
Tuna Melt on English Muffin
A nostalgic classic! My tuna salad is simple yet satisfying—tuna, boiled eggs, mayo, salt & pepper, and optional chopped onion or celery. Broiled with melted cheese on a toasted English muffin until bubbly.
#TunaMelt #QuickLunch #ComfortFood #EasyMeals
August 4
Pan-Seared Crusted Tilapia ★★★★☆
Golden-crusted tilapia pan-seared to perfection.
Creamed Spinach ★★★☆☆
Smooth and buttery with just the right creaminess.
Roasted Tomatoes ★★★★☆
Juicy and sweet with charred edges.
Source: Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Aug/Sep 2009, Pg 37
Served with Dirty Rice
#SeafoodDinner #SouthernStyle #TilapiaRecipe #EasySides
August 7
Lemony Hummus with Cumin ★★★★★
Bright ay go-to hummus, made more than any other!
Source: Fine Cooking, Appetizers 2009, Pg 11
Served with cucumber slices and pita chips.
#HomemadeHummus #HealthySnacks #VeganDip
Kibbeh Meatballs with Spiced Yogurt Sauce ★★★☆☆
Hearty and rich, served with a cooling yogurt sauce.
Source: Cooking Light, Sep 2009, Pg 131 All of my Cooking Light magazines and cookbooks were passed down from my mother.
#MiddleEasternFlavors #HealthyComfortFood #KibbehRecipe
Spiced Potatoes & Green Beans ★★★★☆
Warm, earthy spices bring the humble vegetables to life.
Source: Cooking Light, Sep 2009, Pg 128
#PlantBasedSides #FlavorfulVeggies #SpicedVegetables
August 8
Thai Chicken Noodle Soup ★★★★★
A cozy bowl packed with herbs, noodles, and tender chicken. One of my favorite hand-me-down cookbooks from my sister.
Source: Chicken 180 Mouthwatering Recipes, 1998, Pg 22
#ThaiSoup #ChickenNoodleSoup #FamilyRecipes
August 9
Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake ★★★★☆
Soft and buttery.
Source: Taste of the South, Easy Southern Suppers, Pg 107
#CoffeeCake #SouthernDessert #BakingJoy
August 11
Chicken with Peanut Sauce ★★★★☆
Tender chicken coated in a rich, savory peanut sauce—quick and packed with flavor.
Source: Chicken 180 Mouthwatering Recipes, 1998, Pg 127
Served with brown rice.
#AsianInspired #PeanutSauce #EasyWeeknightDinner
August 13
Romaine & Shredded Carrot Salad with Peanut Butter Jar-Soy Dressing ★★★☆☆
A crunchy, creative salad with a tangy twist using every last bit of peanut butter!
Source: @jennifervalentyne
#CreativeSalads #SustainableCooking #EasyVegan
August 14
Citrus Baked Tilapia with Lemon-Dill Potatoes ★★★☆☆
Light and fresh, bursting with lemony flavor.
Source: Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Aug/Sep 2009, Pg 38
Green Beans with Chive Lemon Butter
An easy side that brightens any plate.
#LemonLovers #SeafoodSupper #WeeknightDinnerIdeas
August 15
Creamy Mushroom Soup ★★★★☆
Earthy, velvety, and utterly comforting.
Source: Taste of the South, Best Comfort Foods, Pg 21
#SoupSeason #MushroomSoup #ComfortInABowl
Banana-Chocolate-Walnut Bread ★★★★★
Nutty, chocolatey, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Source: Cooking Light, Oct 2010, Pg 122
#BananaBread #ChocolateLovers #BakingFromScratch
August 16
Moroccan Pita Sandwiches ★★★☆☆
Spiced and stuffed with flavor in every bite.
Carrot-Currant Slaw ★★★☆☆
A crunchy, tangy complement.
Source: Cooking Light, Sep 2009, Pg 84
#MoroccanInspired #PitaWraps #HealthyLunch
Warm Black Bean & Chipotle Dip ★★★★☆
Smoky, hearty dip perfect for snacking.
Source: Fine Cooking, Appetizers 2013, Pg 20
Served with tortilla chips.
#GameDaySnacks #BlackBeanDip #EasyAppetizer
August 17
Hearty Shepherd’s Pie ★★★★☆
A rich, meat-and-potatoes classic that’s as filling as it is flavorful.
Source: Taste of the South, Best Comfort Foods, Pg 22
#ShepherdsPie #FamilyDinner #OneDishMeal
August 20
Muffins with Goat Cheese & Chives ★★★★☆
Savory and fluffy—an elevated muffin that’s perfect for brunch.
Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution, Apr 20, 2023
#SavoryMuffins #BrunchIdeas #GoatCheese
August 21
Tuscan Baked Chicken & Beans ★★★★★
Rustic and comforting, baked with rich herbs and creamy beans.
Source: Cooking Light, Oct 2010, Pg 220
Served with organic boxed mac & cheese.
#TuscanFlavors #HealthyDinner #BakedChicken
August 23
Apple Cheddar Squares ★★★★★
Sweet meets savory in this unique and delicious treat.
Source: Cooking Fresh with the Old Farmer’s Almanac, Pg 118
#AppleRecipes #SavoryBakes #UniqueSnacks
August 26
Minty Lime Chicken ★★★★☆
Zesty and bright, with bold herb flavors.
Source: Chicken 180 Mouthwatering Recipes, 1998, Pg 194
Served with cilantro lime rice.
#LimeChicken #FreshFlavors #SummerMeals
August 29
Sausage & Pepperoni Baked Spaghetti ★★★★★
A saucy, cheesy crowd-pleaser with bold Italian flavor.
Source: Paula Deen’s Comfort Food, 2012, Pg 13
Served with green beans.
#BakedPasta #ComfortFoodCravings #FamilyStyleDinner
August 30
Ginger Pear Crisp ★★★★★
Warm, fragrant, and topped with sweet buttery crumble.
Source: FoodNetwork.com
Served with vanilla ice cream.
#FruitDessert #GingerLovers #BakingBliss
Greek Chicken Sandwich ★★★★☆
Savory and refreshing with a Mediterranean twist.
Source: Redbook, Sep 1997, Pg 170
#GreekFlavors #ChickenSandwich #LunchGoals
#homecookedmeal #weeknightdinner
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August brought a flavorful blend of comfort classics, globally inspired dishes, and easy weeknight meals—many passed down from my mother and sister’s beloved collections.
I found joy in reimagining old favorites and experimenting with bright flavors like minty lime chicken and lemony hummus. Whether it was a simple muffin with goat cheese or a cozy shepherd’s pie, each dish carried a memory, a mood, or a meaningful moment.
Whether I was whipping up coffee cake for a quiet morning or sharing black bean dip on a lively night, every meal helped savor the last stretch of summer.