Author: Winny Hayes

Garlic Parmesan chicken cutlets topped with Parmesan and fresh parsley.
$100 Dinner Series, Chicken, Dinner

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

There’s something about a thin, crispy chicken cutlet that makes it hard to stop at just one. For these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Cutlets, I wanted that classic thin Italian-style cutlet with plenty of crunch, but I also wanted to give it the same buttery, garlicky […]

Mango habanero chicken skewers served with coconut jasmine rice, fresh cucumber slices, lime wedges, and ripe mango.
$100 Dinner Series, Dinner

Mango Habanero Chicken Skewers

Mango habanero has always been one of my favorite wing flavors. There’s just something about that combination of sweet fruit, smoky spices, and fiery heat that keeps me coming back for more. This recipe was inspired by that same flavor profile, but instead of tossing […]

Bowl of fluffy coconut jasmine rice made with full-fat coconut milk and topped with toasted coconut flakes.
30 Minute Meals, Side Dish

Coconut Jasmine Rice

Growing up in an Indonesian household, coconut rice was something that always found its way onto the table. It wasn’t an everyday side dish, but it often made an appearance during family gatherings, celebrations, and special occasions. The aroma of coconut milk gently simmering with […]

Louisiana maque choux made with fresh corn, bell peppers, onion, celery, and andouille sausage.
Budget Meals, Comfort Food, Side Dish

Classic Louisiana Maque Choux

One of the first Louisiana dishes I ever made was maque choux, and honestly, it felt like the perfect introduction to Cajun cooking. Some Louisiana recipes can seem a little intimidating with long ingredient lists or techniques like making a roux, but this one couldn’t […]

Creamy Southern Grits served with a pat of butter on top.
Breakfast, Comfort Food, Side Dish

Creamy Southern Grits

Growing up in the South, grits have always been one of those comfort foods that can fit into just about any meal. While it’s often thought of as a breakfast staple, I make it just as often for dinner because they’re the perfect alternative to […]