The Salty Cook

Category: Recipes

  • Cheeseburger Sliders

    Sliders are super fun to eat! These flavorful little burgers are great for families and make a delicious lunch or dinner.

  • Fruit Tarts

    Tarts are a delectable dessert item. Crisp pastry crust, delicious pastry cream, and jam-glazed fresh fruits make these an absolute delight to make AND eat!

  • Chicago Hot Dogs

    Chicago is beloved for its beautiful architecture and friendly Midwestern vibe. One of my favorite Chicago foods is the iconic Chicago-style hot dog, made with all-beef hot dogs and a smorgasbord of fresh toppings. Pair these dogs with cold beer or your favorite kind of potatoes!

  • Burrito Bowls

    Burrito bowls offer a nutritious and budget-friendly alternative to traditional burritos. This highly customizable recipe includes chicken, beans, cilantro lime rice, and Mexican corn salsa! This is a great meal for families on a budget or meal preppers, offering a satisfying and inexpensive meal.

  • Mexican Corn Salsa

    This corn salsa recipe combines frozen corn, red onion, jalapeno, poblano pepper, cilantro, lemon juice, lime juice, and garlic salt. After charring the poblano, the ingredients are mixed and served as a versatile dish for burritos, bowls, or as a dip. Enjo!

  • Mexican Spice Mix

    Spice mixes are expensive and often cut with inedible filler ingredients. Stick it to the man – make your OWN spice mixes!

  • Cilantro Lime Rice

    This rice recipe is a classic accompaniment to Mexican dishes of all sorts. Use fresh-squeezed lime juice instead of the pre-filled bottles, the flavor is much more limey.

  • Cafecito (Cuban Coffee)

    Cafecito (Cuban Coffee)

    Cafecito is one of the most incredible coffee drinks out there, and lucky for you, you can make it at home with minimal fuss!

  • Spicy Italian Sausage Rigatoni

    Tired of spaghetti? This pasta recipe is a wonderful addition to your menu rotation. A pleasantly spicy, creamy tomato sauce with Italian sausage and bacon works wonderfully with big rigatoni to make a delightful bite.

  • Chicken Scampi

    Light, buttery sauce; fresh bell peppers; crispy chicken tenders. What’s not to like about Chicken Scampi? This recipe is easy to make and crammed with flavor, plus it has bell peppers and asparagus, so it’s practically health food.