With the perfect balance of exquisite flavors and a luxuriously creamy texture, this Creamy Tomato Soup recipe is irresistibly delicious and will become a regular favorite! I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this delicious soup. I've been enjoying a wonderful … Continue reading →
Ultimate Greek Burgers
The amount of flavor these Greek Burgers pack is simply out of this world! Juicy, succulent and mega flavorful, these burgers are a total showstopper! Downright swoon-worthy, we refer to these burgers as "ultimate" because the amount of flavor they pack is dizzyingly … Continue reading →
British Fish and Chips Recipe
No need to go down to your local chippy or search for a restaurant that makes real British-style fish and chips. This British Fish and Chips recipe produces that perfectly crispy and flavorful result you're craving! Recreate the PERFECT British Fish & Chips right at … Continue reading →
Homemade German Bratwurst
Experience the delicious taste of Germany through this thoroughly authentic homemade bratwurst recipe! Make a double batch, freeze them, and you can conveniently grab and grill a bratwurst any time the craving hits you! This is a special day because today is the day … Continue reading →
Homemade Smoked Cheddar Sausages
Smoky, zesty and oozing with cheese, these homemade smoked cheddar sausages are absolutely perfect for your next grilling party! Make a double batch while you're at it and freeze them for your convenience! Sausage-making is something I started dabbling in a few years … Continue reading →
BEST General Tso’s Chicken
Perfectly crispy coated chicken is tossed in a deliciously sweet and spicy sauce and served with steamed rice. Ready in less than 30 minutes and better than the takeout version, for spicy food lovers General Tso's Chicken is totally irresistible! General Tso's … Continue reading →
Kung Pao Chicken
Authentic and thoroughly delicious, this Kung Pao Chicken rivals your favorite takeout or restaurant version and is super quick to make! And get ready to brace yourself because this dish packs a PUNCH! Kung Pao Chicken originated in the Szechuan province of China and … Continue reading →
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Dinner just doesn't get any faster, simpler or tastier than this shrimp scampi and your dinner guests will think you're a gourmet rockstar! Scandalously delicious and deceptively simple. That's Shrimp Scampi. A long-time favorite of my husband's, when we were … Continue reading →
Wonton Soup
One of the most popular of all Chinese soups, with its rich and aromatic broth and its plump, flavor-packed wontons, this wonton soup is a guaranteed showstopper! I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this post. Wonton Soup is like the chicken noodle soup of … Continue reading →
Ultimate Beef Bourguignon
Thank you to Easy Off for sponsoring this post. Beef Bourguignon is simply incredible and just when you thought the flavor couldn't get it any better...well, it does! We're giving the classic beef bourguignon a major flavor boost with an added technique and a "secret" … Continue reading →
BEST Authentic Falafel
With a fabulous flavor and texture, these authentic falafel are not only highly nutritious, they're incredibly delicious! Naturally vegetarian, vegan and gluten free. We're confident you'll agree this is the BEST falafel recipe you've tried! If you're not already … Continue reading →
West African Peanut Chicken Stew (Plasas)
Simple ingredients come together in this wonderfully flavorful Peanut Chicken Stew - a perfect example of West African comfort food at its best! It's been over 15 years since my friend, Bobson, first made this dish for me in Germany. A refugee from war-torn Sierra … Continue reading →
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
A creamy, flavor-packed chicken soup infused with Mexican spices and topped with crunchy tortilla chips, sour cream and shredded cheese - it's the ultimate comfort soup! There must be a million and one recipes out there for Chicken Tortilla Soup. Some are creamy, … Continue reading →
Pecan-Crusted Salmon with Bacon Fat Maple Glaze
The title says it all - this salmon is absolutely mouthwatering! It's hard to beat fresh wild-caught salmon. My husband adores the stuff. And what better place to get it than from our very own Pike Place Market in Seattle? (If you haven't already done so, check … Continue reading →
BEST Sweet and Sour Chicken
Battered and fried chicken pieces are simmered in a delicious sweet and sour sauce with bell peppers, green onions and pineapple. Easy to make and thoroughly delicious! Originating in China and popular throughout many parts of the world, sweet and sour chicken is a … Continue reading →
German Sauerkraut Soup (Sauerkrautsuppe)
Celebrating one of Germany's most famous "superfoods", Sauerkraut, this wonderful soup is satisfying to both tummy and soul. The combination of tangy sauerkraut, caramelized onions, smoky paprika, savory bacon and earthy caraway is deliciously irresistible! I've … Continue reading →
Authentic Chicken Paprikash
One of the most famous and beloved of all Hungarian dishes, this authentic Chicken Paprikash recipe features tender chicken in an unforgettably rich, flavorful and creamy paprika-infused sauce! It's pure heaven! Chicken Paprikash Chicken paprikash hails from Hungary, … Continue reading →
Traditional Currywurst and Curry Ketchup Recipe
There's a reason over 800 million Currywursts are consumed each year in Germany - they're deeeelicious and have been a German institution since 1949! Learn how to make the BEST authentic curry ketchup and traditional German Currywurst! In the words of Berlin's … Continue reading →
Authentic German Sauerbraten
One of Germany's national dishes, this authentic German Sauerbraten is marinated, cooked until tender, and served with a wonderfully rich and flavorful sweet-tangy gravy! Serve it with homemade Rotkohl and potatoes, Knödel or Spätzle and you're all set for a memorable … Continue reading →
BEST Pozole Rojo
One of the most iconic Mexican dishes, this "ultimate" Pozole Rojo recipe is PACKED with deliciously bold and robust flavors that will absolutely WOW your taste buds! Pozole in Mexico is like chicken noodle soup in the United States - it's a dish so engrained in our … Continue reading →
Shanghai Noodles (Cu Chao Mian)
These Chinese fried noodles feature thinly sliced pork, cabbage, garlic, ginger, green onions, and a sauce that will make your mouth water! Quick and easy to make, they're perfect for a weeknight meal! Shanghai, China. The most populated city in the world. Bustling … Continue reading →
Misir Wat (Ethiopian Spiced Red Lentils)
I've partnered with my favorite broth brand Aneto to bring you this recipe. One of Ethiopia's most popular vegetarian dishes, Misir Wat showcases lentils in a way that's unlike any you've had before. The flavor is simply out of this world! Vegetarian-friendly and so … Continue reading →
BEST Authentic Tandoori Chicken
Authentic and thoroughly delicious, this tandoori chicken is a total showstopper, rivaling your favorite Indian restaurant! Look no further for the ultimate authentic Tandoori Chicken recipe! I created this recipe through careful trial and experimentation, both the … Continue reading →
Traditional Scotch Broth
The quintessential Scottish dish for several centuries! Rich, robust and flavorful, Scotch Broth represents everything that is good about rustic home cooking. I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this delicious soup. The first time I had this soup was in a small pub … Continue reading →
Cheesy Dijon Chicken Rolls with Balsamic Glaze
Here is something healthy, wholesome and delicious that combines your serving of meat, vegetables and dairy all in one! A variety of flavorful vegetables are sauteed and tucked inside thinly sliced chicken filets that have been slathered with Dijon mustard and seasoned … Continue reading →
Ultimate “Loaded” Colcannon
Traditional Irish Colcannon...bumped up several flavor notches! This BEST Loaded Colcannon recipe is sure to be a total smash hit! Best LOADED Irish Colcannon Recipe Ah, potatoes. What would life be without them? Yet for the longest time everyone in the world did … Continue reading →
BEST New England Clam Chowder
One of America's most famous dishes, get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort! This New England Clam Chowder recipe gets bumped up several flavor notches and will have you coming back for seconds! The concept of chowder goes back several centuries. Chowders were … Continue reading →
Sega Wat (Spicy Ethiopian Beef Stew)
If you like African food you've most likely tried Doro Wat, the spicy chicken stew that Ethiopia embraces as its national dish. Another famous and equally delicious dish is Sega Wat, the beef version of this spicy stew. On restaurant menus you may find a couple of options … Continue reading →
Authentic German Jägerschnitzel (Hunter Schnitzel with Mushroom Gravy)
Crispy breaded pork cutlets served with rich mushroom gravy - that's Jaegerschnitzel. And it's one of Germany's most popular and delicious foods. This authentic Jägerschnitzel recipe will absolutely delight your taste buds! There are four basic kinds of Schnitzel in … Continue reading →
Thai Lettuce Wraps
I've partnered with Veal Made Easy to bring you this delicious recipe! If you're like most people, myself included, you usually begin each new year with a commitment to eat healthier. Sometimes you're successful, sometimes less so, but what definitely makes a huge … Continue reading →
Creamy Turkey Dinner Soup
Made in the slow cooker (or stovetop if you prefer), this hearty soup is a breeze to make! Nothing says comfort quite like a Thanksgiving feast with its combination of saucy, creamy, cheesy, sweet and savory flavors. Most of us have family favorites that we can't … Continue reading →
Classic Fish Cakes
Delightfully crispy on the outside, tender, moist and flaky on the inside, this fish cakes recipe is the perfect way to enjoy fish even for those who are picky about eating seafood! Fish cakes in various forms are eaten throughout the world and have a long history, … Continue reading →
Potato Pancakes (German Kartoffelpuffer)
Delightfully crispy and flavorful, these authentic German potato pancakes, Kartoffelpuffer, are fun to make and even more delicious to eat! Potato Pancakes Recipe A quintessential German treat beloved across every region of Germany, Kartoffelpuffer (German potato … Continue reading →
German Potato Soup (Kartoffelsuppe)
This German potato soup recipe is loaded with healthy veggies, savory bacon, and is absolutely JAM-PACKED with FLAVOR! And that flavor is ever better the next day so be sure to double recipe for leftovers! One of my all-time favorite brothy soups is a classic German … Continue reading →
Steak Salad with Spinach & Roasted Butternut Squash
Thank you to New Seasons Market for sponsoring this post. It's approaching the end of September and Autumn is definitely in the air. One of the things I always look forward to come autumn, aside from the beautiful fall foliage and the excuse to eat lots of hearty soups … Continue reading →
Squid Ink Paella (Arròs Negre/Arroz Negro)
I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this post. If it isn't obvious by now how much I love paella then let me say it again: I LOVE PAELLA! For a national dish that's thoroughly unique, super fun to make and incredibly delicious, it's hard to rival Spain. Another … Continue reading →
Slow Cooker Pineapple Orange BBQ Chicken
Sweet, tangy and juicy with a touch of kick, this Pineapple Orange BBQ Chicken takes less than 10 minutes of prep time and the slow cooker does the rest. This dish features a fun interplay of flavors that compete for attention just long enough to be noticed and then blend … Continue reading →
BEST Grilled Steak Fajitas
This Grilled Steak Fajitas recipe features juicy grilled meat, peppers, and onions that are perfectly spiced and flavored for the ultimate fajita eating experience! Thank you to The Beef Checkoff for sponsoring this post. I grew up in southern Germany and then … Continue reading →
Sweet Pea Risotto with Basil & Pancetta
This luxuriously creamy pea risotto recipe combines the freshest sweet peas with the irresistible flavors of basil, Parmesan and pancetta! I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this post Pea Risotto Recipe In celebration of Spring, I want to introduce you to a risotto … Continue reading →
BEST Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
It's after making meals like this that I ask myself why I don't utilize my slow cooker more often. I mean, what could be simpler than throwing in a handful of ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and then coming home to a ready-made meal for dinner? Well, I've … Continue reading →