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 […]
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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 lime bath or […]
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 Gruyére cheese. This is my Wild […]
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!🌰🥔
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.
Read More →French Onion Stuffed Chicken Casserole
Becomes melt in your mouth delicious.
Read More →Pasta Salad With Lobster And Grilled Corn
Can be a little imtimidating.
Read More →Sweet Italian Sausage And Cavatelli Soup
Due to COVD-19.
Read More →Broccoli Rice Casserole
Wonderful for the holidays.
Read More →Arroz con Pollo
He love it so much.
Read More →Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
I’m taking a little help from the grocery store on this one.
Read More →Tex-Mex Rice
My Tex-Mex Rice is super flavorful.
Read More →Bartaco
A sprawling bar in the center.
Read More →Herb And Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese Mini Potato Stacks
Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside.
Read More →Jaleo, Disney Springs
Jaleo, Disney Springs.
Read More →Holiday Breakfast Casserole
My Holiday Breakfast Casserole can be made the day before.
Read More →Oven Roasted Greek Potatoes (Lemoni Patatas)
I’m making a double batch!
Read More →Pork Souvlaki With Tzatziki Sauce
Simply means, “meat on skewers”.
Read More →Autumn Centerpieces
I love the colors of Autumn.
Read More →Roasted Red Pepper Fettuccine Alfredo With Sweet Italian Sausage And Fresh Herbs
My recipe below is using fresh herbs and giving you the option to add broccoli.
Read More →Maxine’s On Shine
Maxine’s On Shine.
Read More →Autumn-Style Bucatini
Bucatini Autumn Style brings a whole new taste to pasta.
Read More →Wedding Day
Burgundy and blush.
Read More →Semi-Homemade Honey Cornbread-Two Ways
Delicious and easy to make.
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