Semi-Homemade Focaccia Bread
My Semi-Homemade Focaccia Bread is easy to make, especially when you don’t have the time to make your own, or if your local grocery store doesn’t carry store-bought pizza dough. […]
Homemade Mexican Chili Verde (Updated)
My Homemade Mexican Chili Verde (Updated) is slightly different from my original recipe in that it features two types of meat. I used a braised pork butt and seasoned ground pork to […]
Read More →Fondant Potatoes
I had the TV on the Food Network channel. Michael Symon was cooking outdoors, in a cast-iron skillet, making Fondant Potatoes on the grill. Well, because we’ve just moved into […]
Read More →Homemade Sofrito In A Jar
My Homemade Sofrito In A Jar is a convenient way to make cooking quick and easy. Many dishes require a “base,” whether it’s a Mirepoix, the Holy Trinity for Cajun […]
Read More →Classic Shepherd’s Pie
I’m making my Classic Shepherd’s Pie today, which is different from how I grew up eating this dish. I lived in London for a few years in the early 70s. […]
Read More →Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats
Our new neighbor, John, stopped by and brought a few zucchini he’s been growing in his yard. I had a pound of ground chicken in my fridge ready to turn […]
Read More →Ham And Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder has to be one of my favorite soups. What’s great about this soup is that you can make it completely vegetarian by changing or omitting some […]
Read More →Shrimp Boil
My Shrimp Boil, with its bold and distinct flavors, will take you on a quick culinary trip to the heart of New Orleans. The second best thing about this dish […]
Read More →Braciole
Growing up, my grandmother made Braciole on special occasions. The time it takes to make the dish shows how much love and care she would spend making her Braciole. Braciole […]
Read More →Southern-Style Collard Greens
There’s nothing better than making a huge pot of Southern-style Collard Greens. Now, I will say there is a lot of prep involved in making a great pot of greens, but I […]
Read More →Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Chicken With Brocccolini
This is my Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Chicken With Broccolini. I know there may be some of you who don’t know or who care for broccolini, but the good news is you […]
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 →Mojo Marinade
I want 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 dance around in the luscious Stroganoff sauce, nestled over a bed of fresh pasta. I can just […]
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 Chicken […]
Read More →Gnocchi With Artichoke, Basil, And Lemon
Homemade pasta can be overwhelming. Not gnocchi, though — it’s super easy. Anyone can make these delicious Italian dumplings. There are two kinds of gnocchi: one made with mashed Russet […]
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 the toppings, I love them all! […]
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 central 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 skeptical about how easy this was to make, but I was wrong. It’s super […]
Read More →Summertime 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, as a snack. Today, I’ll […]
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 traditional sandwich. Today I thought I’d do a “mash-up”. I’m combining all […]
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 orange and lime juice for a mojo […]
Read More →Bangers And Mash
Bangers And Mash, also known as sausages and mash, is a traditional dish of Great Britain and Ireland, consisting of sausages served with mashed potatoes. It consists of one of […]
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 couldn’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 expensive and can be […]
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 […]
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Braised Cabbage With Potatoes And Smoked Sausage
Full of flavor, my Braised Cabbage With Potatoes And Smoked Sausage is a delicious one-pot meal.
Read More →Homemade SpaghettiOs With Meatballs
What’s better than reliving one of your favorite childhood dishes, Homemade SpaghettiO’s With Meatballs.
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