Easter Pie
My inspiration for this Italian dish comes from a very close and longtime friend of mine, Cheri. She told me about an Easter Pie her grandmother used to make for […]
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Hash Brown Casserole
My Hash Brown Casserole comes to mind when we talk about comfort food. It’s the perfect side dish for breakfast. You could really substitue this for any potato side dish […]
Read More →Wonton Soup
This dish is one of my new favorites. I love dumplings (potstickers) of any kind. I couldn’t find the mini dumplings or the baby style Bok choy today but that’s […]
Read More →Mojo Marinade
I wanted to talk a little bit about my Mojo Marinade. I’ve looked at a lot of Mojo recipes and most of them are done in a blender, and that’s […]
Read More →Chicken Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff is a classic but, how about Chicken Stroganoff? Tender chicken fillets dancing around in the luscious Stroganoff sauce, nestled over a bed of fresh pasta. I can just […]
Read More →Sheet Pan Chicken Quesadilla
I’ve been seeing a lot of new and innovative cooking ideas recently. Maybe the best ones are those where everything is done on a sheet pan. I love it! Also, […]
Read More →Chicken Stroganoff
It’s super cold outside today so I wanted to try something a little different. I thought I’d do a twist on the classic Beef Stroganoff, which I’ve done before using […]
Read More →Chicken Noodle Casserole-Two Ways
Some people like their Chicken Noodle Casserole with a breaded topping and maybe some do not. I’m going to be showing you that both ways are equally delicious. For this […]
Read More →Clafoutis With Blackberries
This dish is so easy to make, your family and friends will love it so much they’ll be begging you for the recipe. This is my Clafoutis With Blackberries. ********************** […]
Read More →BĂ¡nh Mi
BĂ¡nh Mi has to be one of my favorite sandwiches. These sandwiches pack a flavor punch as no other sandwich can. The combination comes from the richness of the pulled […]
Read More →Honey Garlic Chicken
I love one-pot meals, like my Honey Garlic Chicken, so I’ve decided to add a new category to my menu and I’m calling it “one pot dishes”. My Honey Garlic […]
Read More →Roasted Turkey And Brie Panini đŸ¥ª
Steve, who’s now my husband, today, wanted me to make him a turkey Panini. I’m really not sure what he had in mind to go with the turkey but, I […]
Read More →Roast Beef Dinner, English-Style
When it came to making Sunday dinner, my mom pulled out all the stops. I loved watching her in the kitchen making food she grew up eating. This is my […]
Read More →Gnocchi With Artichoke, Lemon, And Basil
Homemade pasta can be super overwhelming to make. Not gnocchi, it’s super easy. Anyone can make these delicous Italian dumplings. There are two kinds of gnocchi, one made with mashed […]
Read More →Carne Guisada (Hometyle Texas-Style Tacos)
You’ll see a lot of Mexican recipes on my blog because, I love anything Mexican or Tex-Mex. The bold flavors, the sauces (Moles), and toppings, I love it all! Today […]
Read More →French Potato Pie (tourte aux pommes de terre)
Today I’m making French Potato Pie or tourte aux pommes de terre which is a specialty of centra France. My two favorite things are potatoes and anything savory cooked in […]
Read More →Sweet And Tangy Chicken Drumettes
These Sweet And Tangy Chicken Drumettes could not be easier to make. I was a little sceptical about how easy this was going to be but I was wrong. It’s […]
Read More →Fingerling Potato Salad
Today I’m making Fingerling Potato Salad to go along with my Sweet And Tangy Chicken Drumettes. The link for these delicious drumettes will be available at the link below. Fingerling […]
Read More →British Spice Blend
This homemade British Spice Blend is an awesome alternative whenever a spice blend is called for in any cake spice, pudding spice, or mixed spice baking recipe. This flavorful blend […]
Read More →Sweet Potato Grits
Sweet Potato Grits can take your grits to the next level. I’ve paired it with Koren Braised Beef Short Ribs, a recipe I can’t take complete credit for. I do […]
Read More →Korean-Inspired Braised Beef Short Ribs
This year wasn’t the traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the fixings. I’m not the biggest fan of turkey although I love all the side dishes. Don’t get me […]
Read More →Tomato Gratin
Whenever I’m making homemade croutons for a recipe, I always make extra. Homemade croutons are great on salads and soups or If you’re like me, just as a snack. Today, […]
Read More →Chicken Enchiladas With Salsa Verde
Everyday Steve’s telling me about how certain items have been either discontinued or are out-of-stock at our local grocery store. When I’m not home, one of his favorite “go-to” quick-making […]
Read More →Provençal-style Baked Chilean Sea Bass
Melissa’s just come home for a visit and staying at a rental home close to me. I’m really excited to get into the kitchen and make a great home-cooked meal […]
Read More →Christini’s Ristorante Italiano
It’s become a yearly tradition, when Melissa comes home to visit, to treat ourselves to a great dining experience. Christini’s Ristorante Italiano was one I don’t think we’ll ever forget. […]
Read More →Philly Cheesesteak Pizzas
Who doesn’t love a Philly Cheesesteak? I think it’s a safe bet the answer is they love this tranditional sandwich. Today I thought I’d do a “mash-up”. I’m combining all […]
Read More →Hominy Salad
Hominy is totally gluten-free and one of those foods, I think, is totally under used. Hominy is made from dried corn kernels which are soaked in a lye bath. It’s […]
Read More →Vaca Frita de Pollo (Shredded Chicken) Tacos
Vaca Frita de Pollo, is a shredded chicken dish cooked until tender then pan-fried until crispy on the outside. The chicken is infused with an orange and lime juice for […]
Read More →Bangers And Mash
Bangers And Mash, also known as sausages and mash is a tradtional dish of Great Britain and Ireland, consisting of sausages served with mashed potatoes. It may consist of one […]
Read More →Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup
I went to the farmers’ market today to see what looked good. I couldn’t resist the bell peppers, they looked amazing, and of course I can’t leave without getting some […]
Read More →Chicken Piccata Over Fettuccine
Over the years I’ve had a lot of versions of Chicken Piccata. I remember my Nana made this dish with veal on the holidays. Veal is really expensive and can […]
Read More →Fennel And Onion Stuffed Pork Loin
This dish comes from a recipe I saw on a cooking show and fell in love with, it’s called Fennel And Onion Stuffed Pork Loin. I do love pork of […]
Read More →Grilled Sweet Corn Salsa
Earlier in the day, I went to Freshfields Farm and bought a 3-pound bone-in pork butt (pork shoulder) for Steve. He wanted me to make my Chipotle And Coca-Cola Crock-Pot […]
Read More →Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
Remember when you couldn’t wait until the ice cream man came driving up your street.
Read More →Bull & Bear In The Waldorf Astoria, Orlando
On Melissa’s last visit home, we were still under certain restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurants were open, masks and social distancing were both still required. With the exception […]
Read More →Wild Mushroom Cobbler
We always think of cobblers as being sweet. I decided to make a savory cobbler using wild mushrooms, flavorful tender biscuits, and creamy GruyĂ©re cheese. This is my Wild Mushroom […]
Read More →Beets And Sweets
This dish is one I saw made and new I had to recreate in my own way. This is my version of Beets And Sweets!đŸŒ°đŸ¥”
Read More →Spaghetti With Zucchini And Yellow Squash
Another layer of unforgettable flavor.
Read More →Stewed Cabbage And Potatoes With Pork Sausage
I remember her adding salt pork.
Read More →Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Resembles a small ear.
Read More →Corn Pudding
Delicious and easy to make.
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