Sweet, salty, smoky, rich with umami and a deliciously crispy-chewy texture, it's everything Candied Bacon should be. It's INSANELY delicious! It's hard to imagine bacon being any better than straight out of the frying pan. But that's where you'll need to stretch … Continue reading →
How to Make Homemade Bacon
Bacon is simply one of the most delicious foods on the planet and absolutely nothing beats homemade! Learning how to make bacon is easy and you will be positively thrilled at the results! Ode to Bacon How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the … Continue reading →
Wonton Soup
I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this post. 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! Wonton Soup is like the chicken noodle soup of … Continue reading →
Homemade Italian Capicola
Homemade charcuterie that is easy, non-intimidating and thoroughly delicious! Succulent, superbly seasoned and flavorful, this Capicola will take your Italian subs, sandwiches, pizza and snacking to a new level! Do you enjoy a good sandwich from time to time? I mean … 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 German Curry Ketchup for Currywurst
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 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
A special thank you to Aneto for sponsoring this post. One of the most iconic Mexican dishes, this "ultimate" Pozole Rojo is PACKED with deliciously bold and robust flavors that will absolutely WOW your taste buds! Pozole in Mexico is like chicken noodle soup in … Continue reading →
Goetta (Cincinnati Sausage Grain Patties)
These famous German-influenced sausage grain patties from the Greater Cincinnati area have a fantastic flavor and are an absolutely delicious addition to your breakfast! You may not have heard of goetta, but it's famous. At least it is in Cincinnati where it's … Continue reading →
Neiman Marcus Dip (Almond Bacon Cheese Spread)
This dip also goes by the name “Million Dollar Dip” because that’s how many people feel about it. And we couldn’t agree more! I was craving a savory, cheesy snack the other day. I opened the fridge and noticed some bacon along with a block of cheddar and a wedge of … 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 →
BEST Homemade Mexican Chorizo
Behold the secret ingredient to giving your Mexican dishes an authentic and incredibly amazing flavor! This homemade Mexican chorizo is easy to make and the flavor is out of this world! SALIVARY GLANDS AND LYMPH NODES. That's what you'll find in the list of … Continue reading →
Authentic Greek Moussaka
Sun-kissed white stone buildings juxtaposed against a sea of sapphire blue, the sound of old church bells chiming through the air, ancient ruins, a rich and intriguing history...Greece! Whether you've already been there or are still waiting, planning, dreaming...why … 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 →
French Pork Rillettes (Rillettes de Porc)
I'm always amused by dishes now considered gourmet and upscale that were in years past ridiculed as peasant food. Foods like lobster, oysters, foie gras, and famous dishes like coq au vin and boeuf bourgignon used to be the food of the poor - now they're only served in the … 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)
There are four basic kinds of Schnitzel in Germany. Most of them are breaded (regional differences) but how they are served varies. The four most common versions are: Plain (usually pork, Schweineschnitzel, though sometimes veal, Wienerschnitzel, and often served with a … Continue reading →
Thai Lettuce Wraps with Veal
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 →
Homemade Breakfast Sausage Links (or Patties)
Truly nothing beats the quality and flavor of homemade sausages! Not only do they taste better, you know exactly what's in them and what isn't. You have full control over the quality of the ingredients that go into making them and good choices always pay off in the … 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 →
Peach Bacon Jam
Get ready for the ULTIMATE bacon jam! The combination of flavors will absolutely "wow" your taste buds and have you coming back for more! Is that making you drool? Because it's making me drool. And I've already had it several times. So I can fully vouch for the … Continue reading →
How To Smoke Neck Bones & Ham Hocks
At the heart of Southern home cooking, smoked neck bones and ham hocks are commonly enjoyed with things like beans, potatoes, rice, cabbage as well as in soups and stews where they're slow-cooked until their smoky, fork-tender meat falls right off. Most of you have … Continue reading →
Grilled Steak Fajitas
Thank you to The Beef Checkoff for sponsoring this post. I grew up in southern Germany and then spent my mid-teens through young adulthood in England. What do the two countries have in common? This: Hardly anyone knows anything about Mexican food. It's true. I'm … Continue reading →
Traditional Irish Beef and Guinness Stew (Stovetop or Slow Cooker)
Among Ireland's most iconic pub foods, this rich and robust Irish Beef and Guinness Stew will make your taste buds sing and have you begging for seconds! Nothing speaks comfort like a good beef stew. Variations of beef stew are found around the world and a few famous … Continue reading →
Cast Iron Skillet Mexican-Style Deep Dish Pizza
Thank you to Lindsay® for sponsoring this post! Have you ever tried making pizza in a cast iron skillet? If not, you're in for a real treat. The crust on this pizza is simply awesome. You're also in for a real flavor explosion with this Mexican-inspired deep dish … Continue reading →
BEST Italian Wedding Soup
I've partnered with Aneto, my favorite broth manufacturer, to bring you this post. Nutritious and delicious, simple and quick to make, you’ll understand why this has been an Italian-American classic for so many generations! Save Served at every Italian-American … Continue reading →
Slow Cooker Chinese Fried Rice
Chinese fried rice has always been a favorite of mine, but it's a long process to get it right, to make it the way it's served in restaurants. And during the week I like to keep meals as quick and simple as possible. You too? And so I figured, why not? Practically … Continue reading →
Milanese Philly Cheesesteak
A special thank you to Veal Made Easy for sponsoring this recipe post! The all-American Philly Cheesesteak sandwich gets an Italian makeover! This is the sandwich that had my husband's colleagues clamoring at his office door at lunchtime as its aroma filled the … Continue reading →
Hungarian Meatballs
I've partnered with Veal Made Easy to bring you this recipe. Friends, you simply have to make these meatballs! Your taste buds will thank you over and over again. They may not state it verbally, but trust me, they'll say it in a way that you'll … Continue reading →
Grilled Sweet & Sour Meatball Kabobs
This post is in partnership with Veal Made Easy. I love food. All kinds of food. From north, south, east and west, exploring flavors from near and far is my passion. And I'm always looking for ways to incorporate more healthy vegetables in a way that makes them … Continue reading →
Ultimate Ropa Vieja (National Dish of Cuba)
Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post. This "ultimate" version of Cuba's most famous dish is positively PACKED with flavor!! Make a double batch while you're at it and you'll be glad you have the leftovers! Shredded beef and vegetables that resemble a heap … Continue reading →
Ultimate Skillet Corn Pudding
Who doesn't enjoy a good corn pudding? As American as apple pie, corn pudding goes back many generations as classic down home comfort food. I'm a little picky when it comes to corn pudding, especially where texture is concerned. A good corn pudding needs to be moist but … Continue reading →
Portuguese Potato Hash with Linguica, Peppers & Olives
A special thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post! Is there a more versatile vegetable than the potato? (Okay, it's not technically a vegetable, but you know what I mean.) Boiled, baked, mashed, roasted, soup, gratin, salad, gnocchi, tater tots, French … Continue reading →
BEST Harira (Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Soup)
Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post! Once upon a time I had plans to publish my versions of the national dishes of the countries around the world. Not all 196 countries (yikes!) but many of them. My favorites. I have a few on my blog already but needless to … Continue reading →
BEST Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni (Hamburger Helper Copycat)
This homemade cheeseburger macaroni is made with whole, clean ingredients, tastes better than the boxed stuff and is ready in 20 minutes! Sometimes it's those simple comforts that hit the spot best. I grew up in health-conscious home where things like Hamburger … Continue reading →
Greek Meatballs
Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post! Our family loves meatballs. And really, who doesn't? For many of us they're linked to childhood memories of comfort food around the family dinner table or a favorite Italian restaurant. My mom made the best Swedish … Continue reading →
French Beef Stew with Old-fashioned Vegetables
The French really know how to make great stews. Here is one of them and it uses a method similar to that of German Sauerbraten and corned beef to achieve both an exquisitely tangy flavor and a lusciously tender beef. Many of you have already been introduced to my French … Continue reading →
Spicy Chipotle Chili with Hominy
Chili makes for some of the best comfort food, don't you think? That rich velvety red sauce laden with beef and beans and a multitude of spices including a bucket of chili powder, then topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado, and anything else your hungry … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
How did you guess I like sausage gravy and biscuits? Oh, because this is the third version I published?? Well, you're right! It's just really terrific comfort food, do you agree? I first shared my classic Southern-style Sausage Gravy and Biscuits and that was followed by … Continue reading →
Curried Pumpkin & Coconut Meatballs
Here is a fun medley of flavors: Beef, pumpkin, curry, raisins, mango chutney and coconut. Formed into meatballs, fried and simmered in a luscious and creamy sauce, this dish is sure to satisfy your tummy and soul! Halloween is coming up in just a few days and our … Continue reading →
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