Easy 10-Minute Pickle Brine
Need a reliable Pickle Brine for your vegetables? This recipe ensures a crisp snap and includes the section Making Your Brine for a smooth process.
Silas Merrick
413+ hearty dinners by Silas Merrick – known for his hearty comfort dinners and bold flavors that bring families together, creating satisfying meals for a crowded table.
About Me:
Meet Silas Merrick
Silas Merrick discovered his love for cooking in his grandmother's farmhouse kitchen in rural Ohio. Surrounded by the aromas of slow-simmered stews and fresh-baked bread, he learned that food is about more than just nutrition—it's about connection, tradition, and love. Today, Silas brings that same warmth to every recipe he develops for Time Of Recipe, specializing in hearty dinners that satisfy both the stomach and the soul.
After spending a decade in restaurant kitchens across the Midwest, Silas made the deliberate choice to focus on home cooking. He realized that what families needed wasn't fancy restaurant techniques but reliable, delicious recipes they could actually make on a Tuesday night after work. That insight drives everything he creates.
His Culinary Philosophy
- Flavor First: Silas believes every dish should deliver bold, memorable taste. He's not afraid of garlic, herbs, or a generous pinch of salt.
- Practical Portions: His recipes are designed to feed real families with real appetites, often with leftovers perfect for next-day lunches.
- Accessible Techniques: No culinary degree required. Silas breaks down complex cooking methods into simple, foolproof steps anyone can follow.
Background and Expertise
Silas holds a culinary arts certificate from Columbus Culinary Institute and has contributed recipes to several regional food publications. When he's not developing new dinner recipes, you'll find him tending his backyard vegetable garden, coaching his son's little league team, or experimenting with homemade hot sauces that his wife lovingly calls "volcanic." His favorite kitchen tool is his well-seasoned cast iron skillet, inherited from his grandmother and used almost daily.
At Time Of Recipe, Silas focuses primarily on our Dinner category, though his comfort food expertise spills over into hearty breakfasts and satisfying lunches. He's particularly proud of his collection of one-pot meals, believing that fewer dishes means more time enjoying food with loved ones.
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Salt and Vinegar Pickle Juice for 3 Cups
Need a Salt and Vinegar Pickle Juice for your garden veggies? This bold brine takes 15 minutes and includes the key steps for brining for crisp results.
Indian Loaded Sweet Potatoes for 4
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Stir Fry Indian Sweet Potatoes for 4
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Sweet Potato Chaat in 25 Minutes
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Indian Spiced Sweet Potatoes for 4
Indian Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes are bold. These spicy roasted sweet potato cubes are healthy Indian sweet potato recipes. Budget swap table. 37 min.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries in 25 Min
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are shatter-crisp thanks to cornstarch. Get crispy air fryer sweet potato fries with our temperature chart. Ready in 25 minutes.
Crispy Spiral Sweet Potato Bake
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Simple Sweet Potato Bake for 4 Servings
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Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes (35 Min)
Get Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes in oven using cornstarch for a golden crunch. Check our temperature chart for a hearty result in just 35 minutes.
Crispy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes on one pan. These sheet pan roasted sweet potatoes are a staple. Includes a temperature chart for a 45-minute side dish.
Roasted Vegetarian Sweet Potato Dinner
This Healthy Vegetarian Sweet Potato Dinner features roasted chickpeas. Use our budget swap table for Easy Vegan Sweet Potato Dinner ideas. Ready in 70 min.
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Chickpeas
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Sweet Potato Casserole for 10 Servings
This Sweet Potato Casserole makes a great Christmas Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows. Use our temperature chart for a golden top. Ready in 1h 48min.
Holiday Sweet Potato Bake for 7 Servings
This Holiday Sweet Potato Bake is a crowd-pleaser. Make a Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Casserole with our serving size calculator. Ready in 55 minutes.
Creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
This Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole is a staple for Vegan Thanksgiving Side Dishes. Use our budget swap table to customize ingredients. Ready in 55 minutes.
Oatmeal Sweet Potato Casserole for 6
This Oatmeal Topped Sweet Potato Casserole is a star among healthy sweet potato casserole recipes. See our budget swap table. Ready in 1h 40min.
Sweet Potato Casserole for 12 Servings
This Sweet Potato Casserole is a crowd-pleaser. Try this healthy sweet potato casserole recipe with our serving size calculator. Ready in 105 minutes.
Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole: Creamy
This Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic. Use this sweet potato casserole recipe and our budget swap table. A nostalgic side that bakes in 40 minutes.
Mint Julep with Kentucky Bourbon
This Mint Julep uses a slow-steeped syrup for a bold punch. Try our homemade mint julep mix with a budget swap table for spirits. Ready in 2 hours 25 mins.
Mint Julep for 9 Servings
This Mint Julep recipe for a crowd is frosty and bold. Use our budget swap table to find the best bourbon for mint julep. Ready in 15 minutes.
Bourbon Julep for 12 Servings
This Bourbon Julep uses a cold steeped syrup. Try this big batch bourbon julep recipe with our serving size calculator. Ready in 2 hours 10 minutes.
Tender-Crisp Zucchini Sabzi
Zucchini Sabzi is a flavorful Indian Zucchini Curry with cumin and amchur. This Zucchini Sabzi Recipe includes a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 25 min.
Grated Zucchini Pakoda Recipe: Crispy
This Grated Zucchini Pakoda Recipe creates shatter-crisp Indian zucchini fritters. Use our common mistakes checklist to avoid soggy snacks. Ready in 40 min!
Curried Shredded Zucchini in 25 Minutes
This Curried Shredded Zucchini is a flavorful Shredded Zucchini Side. Try this Zucchini Curry Indian Style with our common mistakes checklist. Ready in 25 min!
Cheesy Zucchini Bites: Crispy Baked
These Cheesy Zucchini Bites are delicious. Try these Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites and savory zucchini fritter recipes. Common mistakes checklist included.
Mint Julep for 12 Drinks
Enjoy a refreshing Mint Julep with this large batch mint julep recipe. Includes a common mistakes checklist to ensure a frosty result. Ready in 20 minutes!
Mint Julep Cocktail for 10 Servings
This Mint Julep Cocktail is the ultimate batch mint julep recipe for guests. Includes a common mistakes checklist for a shatter cold finish in 15 minutes.
Mint Julep for 12 Servings
This Mint Julep is ideal for crowds. This large batch Mint Julep recipe creates a frosty pitcher. Includes a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 2h 35m total.
Mint Julep in 20 Minutes
This Mint Julep uses a velvety homemade infusion. A virgin mint julep and family friendly mint julep recipe with a mistakes checklist. Ready in 20 minutes.