Practical Recipes with Elevated Flair

Vietnamese Beef Lettuce Wraps on oval white platter with lime wedges and accompaniments around it.Light and HealthyItalian Meatloaf on white platter with half of it sliced.Meal PrepTwo servings of Crab-Stuffed Flounder on oval platter.Date Night DinnersMojo-Marinated Pork Skewers on metal tray with dipping sauce, lime wedges and cilantro leaves.Grilling Favorites
Appetizers & SnacksBreakfast & BrunchSaladsSoups & StewsMain DishesVegetarian & VeganPizza & PastaSide DishesDesserts & Breads

Fresh From My Kitchen

Check out my latest posts for fresh, chef-inspired recipes to elevate your next meal!

Get fresh recipe ideas straight to your inbox!
Subscribe for all the new recipes and more!
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.

Browse by Recipe Collection

Browse recipes that go straight to the heart of what you’re looking for!

Two servings of Crab-Stuffed Flounder on oval platter.Date Night DinnersBaked Feta Cheese and Olives in white oval baking dish with serving knife surrounded by grilled bread slices.Holiday IdeasMojo-Marinated Pork Skewers on metal tray with dipping sauce, lime wedges and cilantro leaves.Grilling FavoritesBeef Braciole in oval white serving dish with serving spoon.Slow Cooker RecipesTwo servings of Southwestern Red Beans and Rice in white bowls garnished with colorful sauteed bell peppers.One Pan / One PotVietnamese Beef Lettuce Wraps on oval white platter with lime wedges and accompaniments around it.Light and Healthy

Find the perfect recipe!

Search by recipe or ingredient.

Or

Go To Recipe Index

fresh picks for your may menu

In season now!

Elevate Your cookout!

Elevate your cookout with bold, unexpected flavors and gourmet flair!

fan FAvorites

Tried, true and a delicious hit every time!

Carol Borchardt in black chef's jacket holding a camera.

Welcome!

I’m Carol, a personal chef with 22 years of experience cooking food people want to eat! Here you’ll find easy, creative, yet practical restaurant-quality recipes you’ll be proud to serve family and friends.

HERE’S More About Me …

Chef’s Choice Recipes

Get delicious inspiration with these handpicked favorites!

Light And Healthy

Recipes that won’t weigh you down!

Make Ahead and Meal Prep

Meals you can make ahead of time!

Ideas for Entertaining

Recipes for everything from casual weeknight get-togethers to elegant weekend dinner parties!

Get fresh recipe ideas straight to your inbox!
Subscribe for all the new recipes and more!
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.

chicken and turkey

Say goodbye to boring chicken and turkey!

Side Dishes

Browse beautiful side dishes that will pair perfectly with what you’re serving!

crisp and colorful salads

As beautiful as they are delicious!

BUDGET-FRIENDLY MEALS

Delicious meals that won’t break the bank!