Lee-Ann, Author at Lee-Ann's Love Language

Juicy grilled chicken thighs marinated in zesty Italian dressing, charred to perfection with crispy edges and bold flavor—an easy summer grilling favorite.

Italian Dressing Chicken

May 22, 2025 2 Comments

If you like chicken and you like Italian Dressing, this is a simple and delicious twist to a basic chicken meal.

Homemade Tomato Sauce

May 17, 2025 No Comments

The best way to stink up your house is to put a nice pot of homemade sauce on the stove and let it cook. And it’s delicious!

No, I’m really not the soup Nazi!

May 16, 2025 No Comments

I do cook a lot of soups, and by the amount of soup posts here, you may think that I don’t cook much else! Yes, I cook other things, but alas, I DO LOVE to cook soups, and for good reason!

Bowl of homemade minestrone soup filled with ditalini pasta, white beans, carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans in a savory vegetable broth, topped with grated Parmesan

Classic Minestrone Soup

May 16, 2025 No Comments

This soup is perfect anytime, but SO perfect when you can use fresh veggies out of the garden. Or find a local farm that can supply you with the best produce! Fresh vegetables MAKE this soup SING!

Italian wedding soup is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender meatballs, fresh vegetables like escarole, and pasta all simmered in rich chicken broth, creating a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. You gotta try this one!

Classic Tomato Toast Sandwich

April 23, 2025 No Comments

A tomato sandwich is a delightful treat, especially when made with fresh, juicy tomatoes and your choice of lightly toasted bread. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that captures the essence of summer in every bite!

popovers

March 30, 2025 No Comments

These delightful popovers, made with just five simple ingredients, are the perfect combination of lightness and buttery flavor. Their airy texture makes them a versatile treat, whether enjoyed on their own or with butter, honey, or jam for an extra touch of sweetness. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a side, these popovers are sure to impress!

White Bean Tortellini Soup

March 17, 2025 No Comments

This White Bean Tortellini Soup is the perfect quick meal for hectic evenings, combining tender cheese-filled tortellini with the zest of Italian tomatoes and herbs, along with creamy white beans for a fast, tasty and satisfying meal.

Hearty fish chowder with cod, shrimp, and crabmeat served with crusty French bread

Fish Chowder – Fulton Market-Style Comfort

March 10, 2025 No Comments

Saffron. Seafood. Soul-warming. This Mediterranean-style fish chowder is packed with tender white fish, sweet crab, and shrimp, all simmered in a saffron-scented broth with tomatoes and leeks. It’s cozy, brothy, and perfect with a warm baguette (or two).

Close-up of homemade American Goulash in a red Dutch oven, featuring elbow macaroni, ground beef, green bell peppers, and diced tomatoes in a savory tomato-based sauce — a hearty one-pot comfort food.

Classic American Goulash (a.k.a. American Chop Suey!)

March 8, 2025 1 Comment

This easy American Goulash recipe (or as we called it growing up – American Chop Suey) is a hearty, one-pot dinner full of ground beef, elbow macaroni, tomatoes, and just the right kick from green chilies. Total comfort food, ready in about an hour!