The popular centuries-old soup from Portugal, Caldo Verde features flavorful Portuguese sausage, cabbage, potatoes, and broth to create a simple but soul-satisfying soup that is served all over Portugal and in many areas around the world! A simple and deliciously … Continue reading →
Chicken Teriyaki
Saucy, succulent, and sure to satisfy, this Chicken Teriyaki recipe is sure to become a regular favorite! This chicken teriyaki rivals your favorite takeout or restaurant version and comes together so quickly, there's simply no good reason not to make it at home - not to … Continue reading →
German Red Cabbage (Rotkohl)
A quintessential and popular German side dish, this braised German Red Cabbage is the perfect accompaniment to your Sunday roast, beef rouladen, brats and more! This thoroughly authentic German Red Cabbage recipe (Rotkohl) is easy to prepare, can be made in advance, and can … Continue reading →
How to Make Mascarpone
If you've never attempted homemade mascarpone cheese before you're in for a real treat! Look no further for a foolproof mascarpone recipe! Learn how to make mascarpone that's luxuriously thick, rich and creamy. It's super easy, costs less than store-bought, and the … Continue reading →
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
This South Indian Curried Butternut Squash Soup recipe features creamy pureed squash with coconut milk and mango chutney for a delicious blend of sweet and spicy! You can substitute pumpkin or acorn squash and use apricot or peach preserves. This deliciously flavorful soup … Continue reading →
Crema Catalana (Catalan Cream)
One of Europe's oldest desserts, Spain's famous burnt custard dessert known as Crema Catalana (Catalan Cream) is flavored with orange, lemon and a hint of cinnamon and has an irresistibly creamy texture and caramelized sugar topping! We're confident you're going to … 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 →
Italian Pork Ribs with Olives
This Italian Pork Ribs recipe comes from the Tuscany region of Italy and features a deliciously rich tomato-based sauce made with red wine, caramelized onions and herbs, and dotted with black olives. The pork ribs are slow-simmered in this flavorful sauce until they're so … Continue reading →
Favorite Pea Salad
Peas are coated in a creamy dressing and tossed with bacon, red onions, and cheddar cheese. The result in what our family considers an absolutely indispensable side dish at family gatherings! This BEST Pea Salad recipe has remained a family favorite for over three … Continue reading →
Classic Osso Buco
This classic Italian Osso Buco recipe features beef or veal shanks that slow simmered in a deliciously rich gravy until the meat becomes fork tender and practically melts in your mouth. The preparation is relatively quick and easy and then it's just a matter of waiting for … Continue reading →
Candied Orange Peel
Making your own candied orange peel and candied lemon peel is super easy and the difference between homemade and store-bought is absolutely mind-blowing! Leave the store-bought stuff on the shelf because nothing, and I mean NOTHING compares to homemade! Use this method to … Continue reading →
ULTIMATE Moroccan Harira
The national soup of Morocco, harira is a chickpea and lentil soup with tender beef or lamb. This "ultimate" harira recipe takes the flavor to greater heights. This comforting soup with an incredible flavor profile will absolutely WOW your taste buds! Once upon a … Continue reading →
Obatzda (Bavarian Cheese Spread)
The ever popular biergarten staple and Oktoberfest favorite, this traditional Obatzda recipe is the perfect party food for your next gathering! This creamy Bavarian cheese spread is delicious served with pretzels, rustic bread, crackers or veggies! For more German … 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! A great make-ahead dish, the flavors only get better over time! What is Pozole Rojo? Pozole in Mexico … Continue reading →
Sweet Pepper and Onion Relish
This Sweet Pepper and Onion Relish recipe is my copycat version of Harry & David's popular treat.  It's delightful mixed with cream cheese and spread on crackers or used as a glaze for pork and chicken. And it makes a fabulous gift! I always enjoy receiving … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken Salad
The flavors of Morocco come together in this irresistibly delicious Moroccan Chicken Salad recipe! Â Perfect as a sandwich filling or served on a bed of lettuce leaves! Â Moroccan food is just downright delicious. Â It's considered among the most diverse cuisines in the … Continue reading →
Pistachio Lemon Cheese Balls
Whether for casual or formal entertaining, these Pistachio Lemon Cheese Balls are guaranteed to liven up the occasion! Bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors and popping with color, they're as fun to eat as they are beautiful to look at! Pistachio Lemon Cheese … Continue reading →
Pickled Beets
These homemade pickled beets are easy to make, keep for months, and taste absolutely fabulous! You can make these to keep in your refrigerator where they'll keep for several weeks or you can water-bath can them for long-term storage, directions provided below! I've … Continue reading →
Southern Black Eyed Pea Salad
Deliciously fresh and seductively smoky, the flavor and varied textures in this phenomenal Southern Black Eyed Pea Salad recipe will wow your taste buds! Quick and easy to make, serve it as a side or enjoy it as a salsa with chips! The South has a tradition that goes … Continue reading →
BEST Traditional Mincemeat
If you've never cared for the store-bought stuff or even most homemade versions, you're not alone. But just wait until you've tried this ultimate homemade mincemeat recipe - it's a total game-changer! Whether you've never liked mincemeat or you've always loved it, prepare … Continue reading →
Instant Pot Pork, Rice and Beans
Smoky, zesty, succulent and flavorful, if you're looking for a quick and delicious weeknight meal I've got you covered! This Instant Pot Pork, Rice and Beans recipe comes together in minutes and is ready to serve in no time! This recipe came about one afternoon as I … Continue reading →
Instant Pot Masoor Dal
One of our favorite meatless Indian dishes, this Masoor Dal is so incredibly flavor-packed, we're confident you'll love it as much as we do!  These Indian spiced lentils can be enjoyed any time of the year. This Instant Pot Masoor Dal recipe comes together in minutes in the … Continue reading →
Greek Meatballs
This Greek Meatballs recipe captures the exquisite flavors of sun-kissed Greece! Incredibly rich in flavor, these delicious meatballs will have you coming back for seconds! Our family loves meatballs.  For many of us they're linked to childhood memories of comfort … Continue reading →
BEST Instant Pot Chili
This Instant Pot Chili recipe is a favorite in our home. A delicious blend of beef, beans, tomatoes, a variety of fragrant spices, and a "secret ingredient" all come together to create a tummy-warming, soul-satisfying chili that is out of this world delicious! Have … Continue reading →
Porcini Salt
A super simple but incredibly powerful seasoned salt to add intense depth, flavor and a burst of umami to your dishes! A wonderful all-purpose seasoning, keep a bowl of this Porcini Salt at your table and watch as your guest's eyes widen when they taste it! One of my … Continue reading →
Instant Pot White Bean and Kale Soup
A nourishing, restorative and comfortingly delicious soup, this easy Instant Pot White Bean and Kale Soup recipe takes just a few minutes of prep time and your pressure cooker does the rest! Make a double batch while you're at it because it makes fabulous … Continue reading →
German Rum Balls (Rumkugeln)
A favorite treat in Germany during the holiday season, this Rumkugeln recipe (German rum balls) will show you how to make them from scratch! Super easy and so much better than store-bought, they come together in a jiffy and make terrific gifts to hand out to your friends … Continue reading →
Homemade Mozartkugeln
The world famous chocolate confection that originated in Salzburg, Austria in 1890 in honor of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart! Filled with marzipan, pistachio and nougat, they are irresistibly delicious. This homemade Mozartkugel recipe will give you everything you need to create … Continue reading →
Pistachio Marzipan
Get ready to fall utterly in love with this incredible Pistachio Marzipan! A beautiful green and positively bursting with flavor, this pistachio marzipan recipe takes all of 5 minutes to make! That's FIVE minutes away from pure heaven! There are essentially two ways … Continue reading →
German Nougat (Nuss-Nougat Rohmasse)
Nuss-Nougat Rohmasse is a popular German ingredient used as a filling for baking and confections. Featuring hazelnuts, chocolate and sugar, this German nougat recipe is easy to make and within minutes of prep time you'll have a phenomenal homemade version of that … Continue reading →
Baked Tofu
This baked tofu recipe transforms that soft, squishy mass into the most delightfully crispy-chewy nuggets that take all of 5 minutes of prep time and can be used as a substitute in virtually any dish that calls for meat! As an omnivore I like meat but I don't eat a … Continue reading →
Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa
Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa  If you're looking for a fabulous grilled salmon recipe to add to your repertoire, this one's a must try! Smoky grilled salmon is topped a fresh and vibrant sweet-spicy salsa featuring peaches and jalapenos! Quick and easy to make with … Continue reading →
Bread and Butter Pickles
Delightfully crunchy with the perfect balance of sweet and tart, these bread and butter pickles are a breeze to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or canned for long-term storage. These are practically a staple in our home and we love them on sandwiches, burgers, or … Continue reading →
Gluten Free Treacle Tart
A gluten free version of one of Great Britain's most famous desserts, this gluten free Treacle Tart recipe features a perfectly flaky, buttery crust filled with a deliciously gooey, lemon-infused filling! A frequently requested dessert in our home, Treacle Tart is a … Continue reading →
Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad
Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad Enjoy your favorite pizza toppings in this pasta salad! Easy to assemble and made in advance, bring this to your next family picnic, BBQ, or potluck! You just can't have too many pasta salad recipes.  They're the perfect accompaniment to … Continue reading →
Gooseberry Jam
This flavorful homemade Gooseberry Jam recipe will bring the PERFECT amount of zing and sweetness to your oatmeal, toast, yogurt, and more! This recipe is easy to follow and made with all-natural, simple ingredients that come together to create a deliciously unforgettable … Continue reading →
Creole Mustard
Warning - this homemade Creole Mustard recipe is going to keep you coming back for more! This mustard is made with a Creole kick that will really make your mouth water. Make a jar today, and you’ll find yourself using it all the time! I really haven’t bought sauces, … Continue reading →
Asian Salad Dressing
This versatile Asian Salad Dressing recipe comes together in 5 minutes and is absolutely delicious on leafy green salads, steamed veggies, drizzled over beef, pork, chicken, seafood and noodles, or mixed in cabbage and carrots for a fabulous Asian coleslaw! Whenever … Continue reading →
Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)
Not your typical Albondigas Soup recipe, our version features meatballs that are positively PACKED with flavor, a colorful lineup of veggies, and an unforgettably rich and delicious broth! It all started with an open can of chipotles en adobo in my fridge. That and … Continue reading →
Colonial Hot Chocolate
Reminiscent of hot chocolate from the days of the early American colonies, this Colonial Hot Chocolate recipe incorporates the traditional warm spices for an old-fashioned, nostalgic, and absolutely delicious flavor! © Charles Brutlag | Dreamstime What we know as … Continue reading →