Category: Recipes

New Recipe! A Glover Gardens Twist on Focaccia

New Recipe! A Glover Gardens Twist on Focaccia

Inspired by a memorable restaurant bread, this cast-iron focaccia bakes up soft and tender with a golden, herb-scented crust and a tender crumb that’s perfect for dipping and sharing.

The Absolute Best Mashed Potato Recipe, Ever

The Absolute Best Mashed Potato Recipe, Ever

This mashed potato recipe from Food & Wine has everything: creaminess, depth of flavor, fluffiness, and reheatability without loss of flavor or texture, which provides the make-ahead convenience we all crave when we’re doing holiday cooking.

What We Mean to Each Other: A Belated Día de los Muertos

What We Mean to Each Other: A Belated Día de los Muertos

A belated Día de los Muertos celebration at Glover Gardens became a night of food, remembrance, and laughter as we honored loved ones through their favorite dishes — discovering, once again, what we truly mean to each other.

Today’s Cold Miasma (a Poem)

Today’s Cold Miasma (a Poem)

A poem reflecting the bad news of today. Now is the winter of our discontent.

Our Family’s Smoked Turkey Secret: Bold Brine, Big Flavor, and Delicious Leftovers

Our Family’s Smoked Turkey Secret: Bold Brine, Big Flavor, and Delicious Leftovers

Smoked turkey isn’t just for the holidays. Our signature method uses a bold brine, Zippy Sicilian spice mix, and oak smoke to create juicy, flavorful meat perfect for meals now—and later.

Easy Caprese Salad for Two as Summer Moves Aside for Fall

Easy Caprese Salad for Two as Summer Moves Aside for Fall

This caprese salad is fresh, deeply satisfying and light, just the right thing for a late-summer / early fall first course.

Tuscan Chicken Panini – A Grilled Sandwich You Won’t Be Able to Resist

Tuscan Chicken Panini – A Grilled Sandwich You Won’t Be Able to Resist

Sandwich Wednesday magic! This Tuscan Chicken Panini layers shaved deli chicken, spinach, mozzarella, Asiago, tomato, onion, and basil on sourdough (ours was Pablo & Missy’s garlic rosemary loaf). A quick, flavor-packed panini with a true Glover Gardens twist.

Wild Mushroom Lasagna with Zippy Sicilian Flair

Wild Mushroom Lasagna with Zippy Sicilian Flair

This Wild Mushroom Lasagna is layered with rich umami, garlic, creamy cheeses, and our signature Zippy Sicilian Marinara for a dish that’s as romantic as it is comforting. Born from a cryptic magazine clipping but perfected in our kitchen, it’s a love story in every bite.

Two-Bean Salad with Mint and Lemon: A Fresh Take on Tradition

Two-Bean Salad with Mint and Lemon: A Fresh Take on Tradition

This Two-Bean Salad with Mint and Lemon is bright, fiber-rich, and a little unexpected—a perfect partner for hearty mains like lasagna, barbecue, or roast chicken. Crisp green beans and silky cannellini are tossed in a zesty citrus dressing and finished with toasted nuts for just the right crunch.

Megan’s Guacamole: A Simple but Fab Recipe

Megan’s Guacamole: A Simple but Fab Recipe

This simple, crowd-pleasing guacamole recipe from my daughter-in-law Megan is everything you want in a classic dip—creamy, fresh, and restaurant-worthy. Great with chips, tacos, or Trash Can Nachos!

Mini Post: Happy-Making Brazilian Music (a good way to spend 8 minutes)

Mini Post: Happy-Making Brazilian Music (a good way to spend 8 minutes)

An amazing and inspiring jazz arrangement that immediately brings energy and happiness to the listener.

The Ultimate Savory-Sweet Bacon and Blue Cheese Panini with Hot Honey and Apple

The Ultimate Savory-Sweet Bacon and Blue Cheese Panini with Hot Honey and Apple

A crave‑worthy panini with crispy bacon, blue cheese, sweet apple, sautéed onions and hot honey — the ultimate savory‑sweet Sandwich Wednesday star.

Riki’s Tangy Macaroni Salad with Tuna and Shrimp: A German‑Inspired Summer Classic

Riki’s Tangy Macaroni Salad with Tuna and Shrimp: A German‑Inspired Summer Classic

Tangy horseradish mustard is a key ingredient in this tangy, creamy summer side that’s reminiscent of tuna casserole but much lighter and refreshing.

New Recipe! Sunburst Carrot‑Mango Salad: A Golden Summery Side

New Recipe! Sunburst Carrot‑Mango Salad: A Golden Summery Side

A bright, fresh side dish with carrots, mango, mint, toasted pecans, and golden raisins, kissed with lime juice and citrusy olive oil. Perfect with sandwiches, seafood, or anything that needs a little sunshine on the plate.

Caribbean-Inspired Trout Tostadas with Mango Pico and Smoky Guacamole

Caribbean-Inspired Trout Tostadas with Mango Pico and Smoky Guacamole

A zesty and tropical take on tostadas, made with seared speckled trout, spicy-sweet mango pico de gallo, smoky charred corn guacamole, and spicy pickled onions.

Pretty in Pink: Strawberry-Tomato Gazpacho Shooters (New Recipe!)

Pretty in Pink: Strawberry-Tomato Gazpacho Shooters (New Recipe!)

This chilled Strawberry-Tomato Gazpacho is sweet, savory, and just a touch spicy. Made in minutes with fresh summer ingredients, it’s a refreshing starter or poolside snack—and a showstopper in a shooter glass.

Quick and Spicy Pickled Red Onions: A Tangy, Zippy Garnish for … Everything

Quick and Spicy Pickled Red Onions: A Tangy, Zippy Garnish for … Everything

These Quick and Spicy Pickled Red Onions add tangy crunch and gentle heat to tacos, burgers, and more. Made with apple cider vinegar, jalapeño, and garlic, they’re a bold, fridge-staple condiment from Glover Gardens.

Soft Tacos Like Mom Made (Simple Comfort Food)

Soft Tacos Like Mom Made (Simple Comfort Food)

These soft tacos were one of Mom’s go-to comfort food recipes—and they’ve stood the test of time. With a tangy, beany, savory filling and just the right amount of spice, they’re simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile.

A Balancing Act: Citrus-Herb Jasmine Rice to Complement Plank-Grilled Salmon

A Balancing Act: Citrus-Herb Jasmine Rice to Complement Plank-Grilled Salmon

We gathered with cousins for a nostalgic lumpia appetizer, then lightened things up with plank-grilled salmon, fruit salad slaw, and a citrusy herb rice that ties it all together. A memory-filled meal—and a rice recipe worth repeating.

Easy Puff Pastry Recipe: Smoked Salmon And Jalapeño Egg Cups

Easy Puff Pastry Recipe: Smoked Salmon And Jalapeño Egg Cups

There’s something innately satisfying about a savory and flavorful eggy custard nestled within pastry. This dish is going into my standard brunch rotation.