Erin Sojourner

Mexican Ground Beef Stuffed Chayotes

Tender chayote halves filled with a savory, spiced ground beef mixture, topped with melted cheese. A hearty main that serves four.

Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Bright, tangy Mexican green sauce with charred tomatillos, peppers, and garlic for smoky depth. Perfect for tacos, enchiladas, or chips.

Smoky Rainforest Hot Sauce

Fruity rainforest peppers roasted with freshly dried chipotle for deep smoke, garlic, and blended into a tangy vinegar sauce with a touch of sweetness to balance the heat.

Chicken Tinga Tacos

Tender shredded chicken simmered in a smoky chipotle tomato sauce, tucked into warm corn tortillas. A classic Mexican street-food favorite that pairs beautifully with your charred yellow tomatillo salsa and crisp cabbage slaw.

Charred Yellow Tomatillo Salsa

Smoky, tangy salsa made by charring your sweet yellow heirloom tomatillos along with onion, jalapeño and garlic before blending into a vibrant sauce. The char adds depth while the fruity tomatillos keep it bright and versatile for chips, tacos or grilled meats.

Crisp Cabbage Slaw

Shredded cabbage, carrot and jalapeño tossed in fresh lime juice and salt for a bright, crunchy contrast that cuts through rich enchiladas. A classic Mexican table condiment that wakes up every bite.

Cheese and Onion Enchiladas

Corn tortillas rolled around melted cheese and sweet onion, baked in a savory red sauce until bubbly and golden. A comforting classic from the heart of Mexican home cooking.

Fresh Yellow Tomatillo Salsa

Bright, fruity salsa made with your garden's sweet yellow heirloom tomatillos, fresh jalapeño, onion, garlic, cilantro and lime. Tangy yet mellow with a hint of natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with chips, tacos or grilled meats.

Instant Pot Boiled Green Peanuts

Tender, salty boiled green peanuts with a touch of spice, made effortlessly in the Instant Pot. The fresh peanuts cook quickly and absorb the seasoned broth beautifully.

Nishime Root Vegetables with Kombu and Shiitake

A gentle Japanese waterless-style simmer of root vegetables and squash in their own juices with kombu and shiitake for deep umami. The vegetables become tender and sweet, perfect for dipping in a creamy white miso sauce.

Herb Fettuccine with Artichoke Lemon Pesto and Garden Vegetables

Bright, fresh pasta tossed in zesty artichoke lemon pesto with sautéed bell peppers, oyster mushrooms, shallots, and cherry tomatoes for a quick garden-fresh dinner.

Peanut Butter Cookies

Classic chewy peanut butter cookies with a rich nutty flavor, soft centers, and crisp edges marked by the traditional fork crisscross pattern. Perfect with a glass of milk.

Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole

A comforting Southern classic of tender rice and broccoli folded into a creamy sharp cheddar sauce, then baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for feeding four generous portions.

Pan Micha

Soft enriched white bread with a golden crust, a Panamanian favorite brought by French canal workers in the 1800s and adapted locally for breakfast with cheese or eggs.

Pickled Okra

Crisp, tangy okra pods preserved in a spiced vinegar brine, perfect as a snack or side.

Beef with Homemade Oyster Sauce

Tender slices of flank steak in a savory, glossy sauce made with your own homemade oyster sauce, just like the dish Bruce Lee loved at Tai Tung in Seattle. Quick stir-fry with snow peas for a classic Cantonese meal for four.

Homemade Oyster Sauce

A rich, glossy, deeply savory sauce made from fresh oysters, perfect for stir-fries like your beef with oyster sauce. This small-batch version yields about 1 cup and keeps well in the fridge.

Tom Yum Goong

Hot-sour prawn soup with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime and bird's eye chili from Thailand

Korean Sesame Beef Rice Bowls

Fast sesame-ginger beef with green onion, carrot ribbons and sesame seeds over rice. The savory-sweet sauce clings to the beef while the fresh vegetables and toasted sesame bring bright crunch and aroma in true Korean bowl style.

Quick Pickled Daikon and Carrot

Classic bright Vietnamese do chua pickles with crisp daikon, carrot, ginger and lime for refreshing sweet-tangy crunch alongside pho.

Quick Chicken Pho

Fragrant Vietnamese chicken noodle soup with star anise, ginger, herbs and lime, ready in under an hour.

Heirloom Tomato Pico de Gallo

A fresh, vibrant salsa that highlights the sweet and tangy flavors of your garden's small heirloom tomatoes like yellow pear and Roma, with a bright kick from lime, onion, and jalapeño.

Hot and Sour Pickled Okra

Crisp okra pods pickled in a brine that echoes the tangy, spicy, savory notes of hot and sour soup with rice vinegar, white pepper, ginger, garlic, and a touch of sesame.

Savoy Cabbage Gratin

Roasted wedges of savoy cabbage baked in a rich, creamy cheddar sauce with herby rosemary breadcrumbs, hearty enough for a main with a crisp salad.

Mexican Horchata

A creamy, refreshing rice drink infused with cinnamon and vanilla, perfect chilled over ice on warm days or alongside spicy meals.

Mexican Suero

A crisp, refreshing lime and sparkling mineral water drink with a salted rim, served icy cold as a simple hydrator or hangover helper in Mexico.

Homemade Pizza Rolls

Crispy baked rolls filled with gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and tangy pizza sauce, perfect for dipping.

Yam Krachai

A bright Thai salad of pickled krachai strips tossed with tender shrimp, fresh herbs, shallots, and a zesty lime-chili dressing that balances sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes in true Thai fashion.

Korean Fried Chicken

Crispy double-fried chicken glazed in a sweet-spicy gochujang sauce, a Korean favorite that's crunchy on the outside, juicy inside, and perfectly balanced with heat, sweetness, and a touch of garlic.

Tteokbokki

Chewy Korean rice cakes simmered in a bold, sweet-spicy gochujang sauce with fish cakes and scallions, a classic street-food favorite from South Korea that's glossy, addictive, and perfect for sharing.

Japchae

Stir-fried glass noodles with colorful vegetables and tender beef in a sesame-soy sauce, a classic Korean dish that's sweet, savory, and full of contrasting textures from the chewy noodles and crisp veggies.

Easy Napa Cabbage Kimchi

A beginner-friendly homemade kimchi with crunchy napa cabbage, radish, and scallions in a spicy, garlicky paste that ferments to tangy perfection. Perfect alongside Korean chicken for that bright, fiery crunch your husband is craving.

Chunky Cucumber Yogurt Mint Salad

A refreshing, cooling side with crisp cucumber chunks in a creamy yogurt dressing brightened by fresh mint — the perfect contrast to the hearty succotash.

Garden Succotash with Ground Beef

A hearty, one-pan American dish that celebrates fresh summer produce with sweet corn, tender okra, juicy tomatoes, and savory ground beef for a complete meal.

Chocolate Raspberry Layer Cake with Orange Glaze

Deep, rich chocolate layers made extra flavorful with a cup of hot coffee in the batter, filled with raspberry jam and fresh berries, then finished with a bright orange glaze that soaks in beautifully. Baked in a springform pan for easy release and layering.

Chocolate Raspberry Layer Cake with Orange Glaze

Deep, rich chocolate layers made extra flavorful with a cup of hot coffee in the batter, filled with raspberry jam and fresh berries, then finished with a bright orange glaze that soaks in beautifully. Baked in a springform pan for easy release and layering.

Raspberry Cake

A tender vanilla butter cake studded with juicy raspberries and finished with a simple powdered sugar dusting. Bright, fruity, and perfect for summer or any time you crave something sweet and simple.

Garden Fresh Tomato Salad

Ripe summer tomatoes, sweet onion, and cucumber tossed in a quick vinaigrette made with your homemade purple basil vinegar. This bright, refreshing American side dish highlights the subtle clove-like notes and beautiful pink hue of the vinegar for a simple summer favorite.

Cinnamon Basil Herb Butter

A fragrant compound butter blended with cinnamon basil's warm, spicy-sweet notes. Perfect for spreading on warm bread, melting over grilled meats or vegetables, finishing roasted fish, or stirring into baked goods like cornbread or biscuits. Makes about 1 cup and freezes beautifully for months of use.

Purple Basil Vinegar

A beautiful pink-hued vinegar infused with purple basil. The mild clove-like notes of the basil turn white vinegar into a striking, aromatic infusion perfect for salad dressings, marinades, and drizzling over roasted vegetables or grilled meats. Keeps its lovely color for months.

Cinnamon Basil Syrup

A fragrant simple syrup infused with cinnamon basil's warm, spicy-sweet notes. Perfect for cocktails, lemonade, iced tea, drizzling over pancakes or ice cream, and flavoring desserts. Makes about 1 1/2 cups and freezes beautifully in ice cube trays for long-term storage.

Oysters with Mignonette

Briny fresh oysters on the half shell served with a sharp, peppery shallot vinaigrette that highlights the clean taste of the sea in classic French coastal style.

Classic Gin Martini

A crisp, elegant cocktail with botanical gin and a whisper of dry vermouth, stirred until icy cold and garnished with a lemon twist or olives.

Vietnamese Cabbage Slaw

Crisp cabbage salad tossed with herbs, peanuts, and tangy lime dressing.

Pickled Daikon and Carrot

Crisp, tangy Vietnamese quick pickles that add bright contrast and crunch.

Lemongrass Chicken Noodle Bowl

Grilled lemongrass chicken over rice noodles with fresh herbs and nuoc cham, a bright and satisfying Vietnamese classic.

Mango Sticky Rice

Sweet coconut rice topped with ripe mango slices, a classic Vietnamese treat.

Green Papaya Salad

Crisp, tangy Vietnamese salad with shredded green papaya, fresh herbs including Thai basil, roasted peanuts, and a bright lime-fish sauce dressing.

Shrimp and Mango Fresh Spring Rolls

Translucent rice paper rolls filled with shrimp, sweet mango, vermicelli, and plenty of fresh herbs including Thai basil. Each bite delivers cool, bright flavors wrapped in delicate, chewy rice paper.

Ca Phe Sua Da (Vietnamese Iced Coffee)

Strong French-roast coffee with sweetened condensed milk over ice. The slow drip through a phin filter produces an intensely rich, sweet brew.

Pho Bo (Beef Pho)

Aromatic beef noodle soup with star anise, cinnamon, and fresh herbs. Hours of simmering create a clear, deeply flavored broth that defines Vietnamese cuisine.

Cucumber & Garlic Beer Zuke

Crisp cucumbers paired with the kick of chili and garlic in a quick beer-based pickle that adds a refreshing, savory twist to any meal.

Gai Yang Grilled Chicken

Marinated, charred chicken with a tangy dipping sauce, adding smoky protein that pairs perfectly with the salad's heat.

Thai Sticky Rice

Steamed glutinous rice that soaks up the salad's bold dressing, a must-have staple in Thai meals.

Som Tum (Green Papaya Salad)

Pounded salad of shredded green papaya with lime, chilies, and peanuts. The crunchy papaya absorbs a dressing that hits every taste—sour, salty, sweet, and spicy.