A silky, savory French mother sauce made with butter, flour, and rich stock, velouté is one of the easiest ways to add depth and luxurious texture to chicken, pork, vegetables, soups, and more. Once you master this simple sauce, you have the foundation for countless creamy sauces and classic French dishes.

Serves: 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Rich, deeply savory, and packed with classic French flavor, Espagnole sauce is one of the foundational sauces of French cuisine. Made with a dark roux, aromatic vegetables, tomato paste, and beef stock, this slow-simmered sauce is the perfect starting point for hearty pan sauces, gravies, and classic dishes.

Makes: About 2½–3 cups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 45 minutes

This isn't your average egg salad. Creamy, smoky, and packed with crispy bacon, fresh herbs, crunchy celery, and a touch of heat, this loaded egg salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served with crackers. Made with simple ingredients and bold flavor, it's a fresh take on a timeless classic. 

Serves: 2–3
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes

A bright and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired salmon dish featuring warmly spiced tabil salmon over a fresh orzo salad with crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, peppery arugula, and fresh dill, finished with a creamy lemon-garlic yogurt sauce.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

A fresh and hearty quinoa bowl loaded with crisp vegetables, roasted corn, Dubliner cheese, and mixed greens, finished with a light strawberry vinaigrette and air-fried salmon topped with Negra Sauce from local Colorado company Sauce Everywhere. 

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

This classic French inspired ratatouille is a celebration of fresh summer vegetables. Eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, onions, and garlic are layered over a rich tomato and herb sauce, then baked until tender and beautifully caramelized. It's a simple, colorful side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, or a crusty loaf of bread.

Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour