Do you like the taste of boxed Rice-a-Roni but have been looking for a healthier alternative?  Do you dislike boxed Rice-a-Roni but would still love a delicious and versatile side dish?  Whichever camp you're in, you're going to love this homemade Rice a Roni recipe! … Continue reading →
BEST Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Consistently rated the BEST slow cooker pot roast recipe EVER! The depth of flavor is simply phenomenal and is guaranteed to get rave reviews from around the whole dinner table!  Make it in your slow cooker or on the stove top - either way you'll be sitting down to a truly … Continue reading →
BEST Homemade Marzipan (Almond Paste)
If you're looking for an authentic marzipan recipe that's easy to make, is much cheaper than store-bought, and tastes absolutely phenomenal, you've come to the right place! Naturally gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Be sure to try our Cherry Marzipan Streusel … Continue reading →
Marzipankartoffeln (Marzipan Potatoes)
Marzipan potatoes, known as Marzipankartoffeln, are a favorite treat in Germany, especially during the Christmas season. Make your own with this Marzipankartoffeln recipe - they're super easy, super delicious, and make the cutest gifts! What Are … Continue reading →
Green Beans Almondine
A very simple, very classic French side dish that's perfect for everything from the most elegant dinner party and special occasion to laid-back family gatherings. Fresh green beans, butter, lemon and toasted almonds come together in this traditional Green Beans Almondine … Continue reading →
Roasted Cornish Game Hen
With its perfectly crispy, golden brown skin and moist, flavorful meat, this Roasted Cornish Game Hen recipe is sure to win you a standing ovation from your dinner guests! Get ready to learn how to prepare roasted Cornish hen that is super moist and flavorful with … Continue reading →
Traditional Welsh Cakes
Unforgettably flaky, tender, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture that's punctuated with sweet currants and laced with a wonderful hint of mace, these Welsh cakes are simply irresistible! A thoroughly authentic Welsh Cakes recipe from generations past. What Are Welsh … Continue reading →
ULTIMATE Green Bean Casserole
Behold, the ULTIMATE Green Bean Casserole recipe! Featured in magazines across the web and consistently rated THE best green bean casserole recipe EVER, this will convert even the most determined green bean haters! Tender green beans, bacon, cheese, cream, mushrooms and … Continue reading →
PERFECT Au Gratin Potatoes
Look no further for the BEST au gratin potatoes recipe! Perfectly creamy, cheesy and flavorful, this recipe continually gets rave reviews and is destined to become your go-to from now on! One of the cardinal rules of good potatoes au gratin is that it cannot be dry. … Continue reading →
Kartoffelklöße (German Potato Dumplings)
An authentic German Potato Dumplings recipe (Kartoffelklöße Rezept), just the way my Mutti and Oma always made them! Pillowy soft and tender, they are the perfect accompaniment to your sauce-based dishes and do a magnificent job of mopping up all that delicious … Continue reading →
Pasta alla Norma
One of Sicily's most iconic pasta dishes, Pasta alla Norma is a testament to the region's rich culinary heritage and how combining a few simple ingredients can result in a masterpiece. And so it was declared by a famous Italian writer the first time he tried it, likening … Continue reading →
French Almond Plum Cake
This delicious rustic-elegant French Almond Plum Cake recipe features a delightfully delicate crumb infused with the flavor of almonds and juicy plums. It's easy to make, works equally well with apricots or cherries, and is a guaranteed hit wherever you serve it! The … Continue reading →
Koshari (The National Dish of Egypt)
The national dish of Egypt, Koshari is a vegetarian dish that features rice, lentils, macaroni pasta, garbanzo beans, and crispy fried onions all tied together with a spicy tomato sauce. It's Egyptian street food at its best and this authentic koshari recipe is one you'll … Continue reading →
Grilled Eggplant (or Roasted)
Packed with flavor and deliciously nutritious, this Grilled Eggplant recipe (or Roasted Eggplant recipe, whichever method you prefer) is sure to become a regular whenever eggplants are in season. It makes a versatile side dish and a tasty ingredient you can incorporate into … Continue reading →
Baba Ganoush
Luxuriously creamy, smoky, nutty, lemony, and savory, this Baba Ganoush recipe has it all! Enjoy this traditional Lebanese dip with warmed pita wedges and your favorite crunchy veggies for a delicious and healthy snack! What is Baba Ganoush? Baba ganoush (pronounced … Continue reading →
Roasted Rutabaga
This Roasted Rutabaga recipe is easy to make and is absolutely flavor-packed! Pair it with your choice of meat or poultry as a super healthy and delicious side dish you can enjoy any time of the year! I grow rutabagas in my garden every year. A perfect cold weather … Continue reading →
Traditional Gugelhupf (Kugelhopf)
Combining the delicious flavors of lemon, rum, raisins, almonds and butter in a wonderfully fragrant yeasted cake, look no further for a thoroughly traditional Gugelhupf recipe! Also known as Kugelhopf, this special cake has been known and loved for literally centuries … Continue reading →
Avgolemono (Greek Lemon Chicken Soup)
Avgolemono is a popular and traditional Greek lemon chicken soup that features a delightfully smooth, silky, and creamy texture without any use of cream. You can use your choice of pasta or rice, chicken breast or rotisserie chicken, with equally delicious results.  This … Continue reading →
Homemade Potato Gnocchi
Learn how to make Italian Potato Gnocchi! These traditional Italian potato dumplings have been prized throughout Italy for centuries and while there are a variety of gnocchi, it is the potato gnocchi that is the most cherished. Easy to make and freezes well, absolutely … Continue reading →
ULTIMATE Minestrone Soup
A delicious minestrone soup recipe made after traditional Italian fashion:Â Packed full of healthy vegetables, beans, pasta and featuring a deliciously rich broth infused with smoky pancetta or bacon! What is Minestrone Soup? Of Italian origin, Minestrone is a thick … Continue reading →
Homemade British Bangers
The key component to Bangers and Mash is of course the bangers. And I've got a phenomenal homemade bangers recipe for your. Succulent, crispy, juicy and packed with flavor, these are the ultimate British bangers to go with your mash and onion gravy! Growing up in … Continue reading →
Baked Pumpkin Donuts
With a delightfully tender and moist cakey crumb and the alluring fragrance and flavor of warm autumn spices, these Baked Pumpkin Donuts are sure to be a hit! Without the greasy fuss of frying them in oil, this Baked Pumpkin Donuts recipe is a total breeze and yields … Continue reading →
Quinoa Cornbread
A fun twist on traditional cornbread, this is made with cooked quinoa for added protein and nutrition! It also makes the crumb moist and tender. For tasty and slightly healthier twist, give this Quinoa Cornbread recipe a try! What better comfort food to accompany a … Continue reading →
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Deliciously juicy, crispy chicken wings seasoned with lemon, pepper, garlic, onion, honey and butter. This Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings recipe is super easy to make with thoroughly scrumptious, finger-lickin' results! A healthier version, instead of deep-frying the … Continue reading →
Haselnussmakronen (German Hazelnut Macaroons)
Light, airy, and wonderfully chewy, these German hazelnut macaroons use just base ingredients: nuts, eggs and sugar. They're naturally gluten free and are super easy to make. A traditional Haselnussmakronen recipe for a beloved German Christmas cookie! What are … Continue reading →
Lavash (Armenian Flatbread)
However good you may think the stuff from the store tastes, absolutely nothing can compare to homemade! Warm, soft, and chewy, this homemade lavash is simply irresistible. As with any yeast bread, there is waiting time involved as the dough rises, and in the case of this … Continue reading →
Apple Strudel (Apfelstrudel)
One of the national dishes of Austria, Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel) is a quintessential Austrian dessert featuring flaky pastry filled with apples and raisins and served with vanilla sauce or ice cream. Here is a traditional apple strudel recipe you can make in your own … Continue reading →
Ultimate Ropa Vieja
The ultimate version of one of Cuba's most famous dishes, this Ropa Vieja recipe is positively PACKED with flavor!! A myriad of flavorful ingredients and spices come together to make this dish truly unforgettable. Make a double batch while you're at it and you'll be glad … Continue reading →
Jägerschnitzel (Schnitzel with Mushroom Gravy)
Crispy breaded pork cutlets served with rich mushroom gravy - that's Jägerschnitzel. And it's one of Germany's most popular and delicious foods. This authentic Jagerschnitzel recipe will absolutely delight your taste buds! There are four basic kinds of Schnitzel in … Continue reading →
Kaiserschmarrn (Austrian Torn Pancakes)
The famous torn pancakes originating in Austria and enjoyed throughout Bavaria, this traditional Kaiserschmarrn recipe features pillowy soft torn pieces of pancakes studded with rum-soaked raisins (optional) and served with powdered sugar and your choice of fruit preserves, … Continue reading →
Kourabiedes (Greek Almond Cookies)
This traditional Greek almond cookie is dusted with confectioner's sugar, has the delicious flavor of toasted almonds, and a delightfully crumbly, melt-in-you-mouth texture! Kourabiedes are sure to become part of your regular cookie rotation year-round and especially at … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
This Pumpkin Sausage Gravy recipe is a fun and delicious autumn twist on a beloved American classic. This recipe uses both pumpkin puree and fresh diced pumpkin for a nutrition-packed meal. Wonderfully creamy and flavorful with a bright orange hue and served over fluffy … Continue reading →
BEST Authentic Pfeffernüsse
One of Germany's most popular and beloved Christmas treats, these spiced and iced cookies are simply delightful! A thoroughly authentic and incredibly delicious Pfeffernusse recipe that will bring back fond memories or help create new Christmas traditions! What Are … Continue reading →
Wurstsalat (Swiss/German Sausage Salad)
Popular throughout Switzerland, Germany, eastern France and Austria, this Swiss Wurstsalat (Sausage Salad) is low carb, high protein and PACKED with flavor. It's satisfying and delicious! Growing up in southern Germany, I used to love going to the Gasthaus and … Continue reading →
Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)
Delightfully crispy and flavorful, these authentic German potato pancakes, Kartoffelpuffer, are fun to make and even more delicious to eat! They can be sweet or savory depending on the toppings you choose or what you serve them with. A quintessential German treat … Continue reading →
Senfbraten (German Roast Pork with Mustard Gravy)
An authentic recipe for Senfbraten, German roast pork with mustard gravy. This is made the traditional way with an irresistibly rich and delicious mustard gravy! Another quintessential German dish, Senfbraten is a traditional and popular pork roast served throughout … Continue reading →
Apple Crisp Muffins
Made with 100% whole grains, oats, fresh apples, and yogurt, this wholesome Apple Crisp Muffins recipe incorporates all the essential ingredients for apple crisp but in MUFFIN form! With a wonderfully moist and tender crumb, these delicious muffins are sure to be a … Continue reading →
Roasted Pumpkin Risotto
Luxuriously creamy with the earthy-sweet flavor of pumpkin, this Pumpkin Risotto recipe is a wonderfully comforting dish, so perfect for autumn! Made from scratch with fresh pumpkin that is roasted and pureed. It's a delicious side dish or main vegetarian dish that's fit … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream
Celebrate the holidays with this Creamy Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream recipe! Luxuriously rich, creamy, and flavorful, this will have you coming back for seconds...or thirds! But shhhhh, that'll be our secret ;) Ice cream has always been a personal weakness.  And then I … Continue reading →
Sweet Potato Pie
Set the pumpkin aside and go for sweet potato - it has a richer flavor AND is more nutritious! This old fashioned Sweet Potato Pie recipe combines sour cream for an irresistibly velvety texture! Sweet Potato Pie vs. Pumpkin Pie Sweet potato or pumpkin?  That's an … Continue reading →