Breakfast Crepes These delightful crepes make a great breakfast or dessert. You can roll them fold them or top them with a variety of toppings. I like to double or triple the recipe to make a stack of crepes and serve them with the following combination choices; nutella and bananas; fresh berries with powdered sugar; […]
Pecan Bars This has been a frequently requested dessert ever since I made them the first time. Although I think everyone is trying to stay away from them lately to watch their waist lines! Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed ½ cup sugar ½ teaspoon salt 2 […]
Chicken Cacciatore with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes This is the perfect Italian comfort food dish. The sauce has a nice balance of spice and sweetness. The roasted garlic mashed potatoes make it even better. Your family will love it! Ingredients 8 chicken thigh pieces with skins (You may use a whole chicken cut into 8 […]
Fattoush Salad This refreshing Mediterranean salad is made with homemade pita chips. The combination of the salad, pita chips, and dressing creates a crisp tasty salad that will satisfy your healthy craving! Use any extra pita chips for dipping. They are delicious with hummus, baba ghanoush or lebne. Ingredients 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped 1 […]
Baklava One of my most cherished childhood memories that I have with my grandmother are of her baking delicious pastries in our kitchen. The scents of rose water, cardamom, and sugar are a few of the comforting smells the house would bring while she would prepare many baked goods. My absolute favorite pastry she would […]
You don’t have to dine at a fancy restaurant to enjoy a good prime rib. All a good piece of beef requires is seasoning and an accurate thermometer. This Standing Rib Roast is a perfect dish to make for any occasion; it’s a common favorite! I like the dramatic presentation and flavor of the bone in […]
Caesar Salad No need to visit a fancy steak house for a classic Caesar salad. This family style salad with homemade croutons, dressing and freshly shaved parmesan cheese makes an authentic tasty Caesar that you will love. Ingredients Croutons 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 (14-15oz) loaf Italian or French bread, crusts removed, cut […]
Rosemary Bread Crusted Rack of Lamb(Video Below) If you want to impress your guests (especially the guys) this rack of lamb recipe will do the trick! Simple with few ingredients, this dish is great to make as an appetizer or a main entree. The secret to this recipe is the homemade breadcrumbs made with a […]
Quinoa Salad Quinoa pronounced (Keen-wah) resembles a grain but is really a seed of a leafy plant. It contains almost a perfect balance of the eight essential amino acids and is high in protein, calcium, and iron. This is a nutritious light and tasty salad to snack on any time of day. Ingredients 2 cups […]