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 →
Vegetarian Sausage Gravy
Savory vegetarian sausage is cooked with onions, garlic, herbs and spices and enveloped in a creamy white sauce to produce a vegetarian version of one of the most beloved American comfort dishes. This Vegetarian Sausage Gravy recipe is so deliciously creamy and rich in … 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 →
Ultimate Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon is one of my all-time favorite stews. It's 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" ingredient … Continue reading →
Eggplant Curry
This dish features what is often a maligned ingredient, eggplant (aubergine), and the result is one of the best curries I have tasted! This delicious South Indian Eggplant Curry recipe is easy to make and will have your dinner guests singing your praises! The … Continue reading →
Smothered Chicken
Smothered Chicken....Moist and tender chicken breasts are drenched in a luxuriously creamy bacon and mushroom sauce. It is irresistibly delish! Come pull up a chair and enjoy some ultimate comfort food! A few years ago when I made this Smothered Chicken for the … 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! Today we are … 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. It's … Continue reading →
Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potato sticks are tossed with olive oil, seasoned with spices, and baked until crispy. This Sweet Potato Fries recipe is easy to make, tastes incredibly delicious, and just when you thought it couldn't get any better, these fries are really HEALTHY too! Now that's a … 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 →
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 →
BEST Curry Powder
If you're looking for the BEST curry powder recipe, look no further! The flavor and aroma of this curry blend is an absolute feast for the senses and hands down beats anything you'll find at the grocery store! Growing up my mom made Indian food on a regular basis and … Continue reading →
Traditional Yorkshire Pudding
Consistently ranked as one of the most beloved icons of British culture, Yorkshire pudding captures all the warmth and charm of old-fashioned English cooking. This traditional Yorkshire pudding recipe includes all the tips & tricks you need to create the BEST, the … Continue reading →
BEST Peach Crisp
Life is made sweeter with this BEST peach crisp recipe! You can make it in the slow cooker or in the oven - your choice - and you'll get perfect results either way! Crisps are one of my all-time favorite desserts. Growing up my mom would make her famous apple crisp … Continue reading →
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Leave the store-bought seasoning pouches on the shelf. Not only is this homemade taco seasoning recipe free of all the junk ingredients, it's quick and easy to make AND it tastes better! Use this homemade taco seasoning mix exactly as you would the store-bought stuff … Continue reading →
Authentic Garam Masala
Garam Masala is a wonderfully versatile Indian seasoning blend that will bring an incredible depth of flavor to a large variety of dishes. The different spices play their own unique part in delivering a phenomenal symphony of flavors. Try this authentic garam masala recipe … 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! Perfect as a sandwich filling or served on a bed of lettuce leaves! Moroccan food is just downright delicious. It's considered among the most diverse cuisines in the … Continue reading →
Pickled Jalapenos
With the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, these Pickled Jalapenos are as versatile as they are delicious! This pickled jalapenos recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and the jalapenos are ready to enjoy within a day! I'm a wimp when it comes to heat. I can't … Continue reading →
Southern Fried Okra
Crispy, crunchy, flavorful nuggets of yumminess, this Southern Fried Okra recipe is just what you need to liven up any occasion! Serve them as a snack or at your next BBQ or backyard party, this fried okra is sure to be a hit! Since moving from the Pacific Northwest … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Leeks
Learn how to freeze leeks properly so you can enjoy their flavor and freshness for months to come! The process is quick and simple and you can conveniently have them on hand and ready to go whenever you need them. Leeks are one of my most favorite vegetables. They … Continue reading →
Watermelon Agua Fresca
A light and refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca recipe that's quick and easy to prepare and is irresistibly yummy! Keep a pitcher of it in the fridge to have on hand and serve it chilled over ice - it's the perfect beverage to enjoy on a hot summer day! Had you told me … Continue reading →
Zucchini Fritters
Delightfully browned and crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and positively packed with flavor, these Zucchini Fritters are super easy to make and can be made with all kinds of flavor profiles. A healthy and delicious lunch or dinner, you'll find yourself making … Continue reading →
BEST Yum Yum Sauce
The famous Japanese steakhouse sauce that's phenomenal for dipping, drizzling and enjoying with your grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, rice, noodles and more! This homemade Yum Yum Sauce recipe is super quick and easy to make and tastes at least a hundred times better … 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 →
BEST Authentic Hoisin Sauce
Potently flavorful and fragrant, Hoisin sauce is a central ingredient in many Chinese dishes and will work absolute MIRACLES for the foods you add it to! Look no further for the BEST hoisin sauce recipe! What is Hoisin Sauce? Hoisin sauce is a thick, dark, fragrant … Continue reading →
Skillet Cornbread
Made with 100% corn, this Skillet Cornbread recipe is easy to make and is sure to become a go-to whenever you're craving a rustic cornbread that is positively PACKED with that scrumptious corn flavor! A wonderfully rustic and robust cast iron skillet cornbread that's … Continue reading →
BEST Marzipan and Almond Paste Recipe
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! Growing up in Germany, home to the world's most famous marzipan, I was practically raised on … 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 →
Bohnensalat (German Green Bean Salad)
A delicious Bohnensalat recipe celebrating the glory of fresh green beans! Simple to make and a great accompaniment to virtually anything, this German Green Bean Salad is a wonderful addition to your side dish repertoire! Whether your garden is bursting with beans or … Continue reading →
Black Olive Tapenade with Figs and Roquefort
This black olive tapenade recipe combines figs, walnuts, honey, herbs and roquefort for an unforgettably flavorful feast for the senses! It's delicious as a sandwich spread and incredible spread on crispy baguette rounds for five star entertaining that will WOW your … Continue reading →
Milanese Philly Cheesesteak
The all-American Philly Cheesesteak sandwich gets an Italian makeover! These Milanese Philly Cheesesteak is packed with flavor and will have your taste buds singing! This is the sandwich that had my husband's colleagues clamoring at his office door at lunchtime as … Continue reading →
Creamy Cilantro Dressing
This Creamy Cilantro Dressing recipe is just what you need to liven up your leafy green salads! But it also doubles as a sauce and is absolutely fabulous on everything from tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and wraps, to roasted vegetables, grilled meats and even … 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 Macaroni Salad
Your search for the BEST macaroni salad ends here! This recipe ensures that you'll avoid all the common pitfalls of a mediocre macaroni salad. Deliciously creamy, moist, packed with flavor, the right balance of ingredients, the perfect texture, and visually beautiful, this … 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 →
Apfelschorle (German Apple Spritzer)
The classic German soft drink known as Apfelschorle, or apple spritzer! Served in every German restaurant, Apfelschorle has been a popular drink for decades and is quick and easy to make. Growing up in Stuttgart Germany, Apfelschorle was a staple every time we ate … Continue reading →
Ultimate BBQ Sauce
Smoky, sweet, zesty and savory, this homemade BBQ sauce recipe is the ultimate! Ready in 15 minutes with the perfect balance of flavors, you'll find yourself reaching for this sauce every opportunity you can get! Rich and bold, it's just what you need for your backyard … Continue reading →