Recipes from the Breakroom

January 2024
One of the perks of writing this blog, besides getting to know some of the interesting people on Melissa’s staff, is sometimes learning about an altogether “new” dish!

December 2023
Here’s a healthy holiday appetizer dressed in the colors of the season, which will contribute a tasty mix of both sweet and spicy to the festivities!

November 2024
Byran Grimm, Melissa’s man in Michigan, shares this month's team recipe.

November 2023
Here’s a perfect side dish for all of our Thanksgiving tables, whether one is cooking at home or looking for a dish to contribute to the family’s annual holiday potluck gathering.

October 2023
Here’s a recipe that comes along just in time to help warm us as October’s chilly temperatures signal that the fall season is here.

September 2023
September is National Tailgate Month. Okay, I made that up–but this month is the beginning of a new NFL season, and it will be celebrated in parking lots across this country every Sunday through January of next year!

August 2023
Last month Steve Fruchter shared his unique, deconstructed “stacked” enchilada.

July 2023
This month’s staff member recipe is a unique presentation of the traditional enchilada that involves two of my favorites–grilling and Hatch peppers.

June 2023
This month’s featured recipe by a staff member is both a traditional Mexican dish dating back to the 16th Century as well as a bit of culinary trickery...