Believe it or not, my first time eating chiles rellenos was not that long ago, and I’m a Mexican born and raised in Mexico in my late 20’s.
Chiles Rellenos, a Mexican Classic that’s easy to make Read More »
This Jameson Irish whiskey bbq sauce makes a rich and flavorful addition to your summertime cookouts. It’s super easy to make but the flavors are complex. It’s sweet, smoky, and tangy all at one time. Mix a batch of this barbecue sauce, invite over your friends, and prepare to see them amazed at your bbq prowess.
Jameson Irish Whiskey BBQ Sauce (Best Barbecue Ever!) Read More »
As a relocated Yankee living in the south, I sometimes miss being able to order Pittsburgh’s most famous cole slaw. You can get this very special slaw only at Primanti Bros. restaurants. They build sandwiches that are piled high with fresh meats, french fries, and they top it all off with this style of coleslaw
Primanti Bros Pittsburgh’s Most Famous Cole Slaw Read More »
One of the tastiest ways to use the tiny but tasty cherry tomato is to make a bowl of cherry tomato salsa. My garden is slamming right now. I’m getting about a pint of cherry tomatoes each day along with jalapenos and cilantro.
Cherry Tomato Salsa: Salsa Made From The Bounty of Early Summer Read More »
Low in fat is not what normally comes to mind when you hear “Creamy,” but this salad dressing delivers on the promise of low-fat but high in flavor. “Creamy” most often conjures images of foods based in mayonnaise or heavy sour creams. But this low-fat salad dressing has a secret ingredient.
Low-Fat Creamy Cilantro Lime Salad Dressing Read More »
As my garden progresses, I’m always trying to use up herbs; Spaetzle made with garden fresh herbs is a fantastic recipe. It’s a quick, easy side dish that gives you home-cooked noodles in just minutes. Re-think spaetzle…it’s not just a heavy winter dish. The herbs give it a light, bright flavor.
Quick And Easy Recipe: Spaetzle Made With Garden Fresh Herbs Read More »
French toast is often categorized as a way to use up old bread, but Cinnamon Caramel French Toast is so much more than that. Okay. Technically, it is a wonderful way to use up old bread. However, this is so much better than that. It is rich and sweet at the same time.
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One of my favorite foods is meatball pizza sliders. I love both pizza and burgers, it’s often difficult to decide which one I’m hungry for. This quick and easy recipe can combine your love of pizza and burgers into one cheesy, flavorful, delicious dish. They solve the dilemma of pizza vs. burgers. These sliders can
Meatball Pizza Sliders : Combine Your Love of Pizza and Burgers, A Quick Easy Recipe Read More »
Grilled ham and mozzarella macaroni and cheese is an easy dish to cook ahead and take when you’re invited to a cookout or family reunion. It’s easy to make and oozes with creamy, cheesy goodness. Better yet, it only takes roughly 30 minutes to prepare.
Grilled Ham and Mozzarella Macaroni and Cheese. Creamy, Easy, Cheesy Goodness Read More »
I once had one friend ask me for a good recipe for a marinade sauce to prepare meat in order to make carne asada in a true Mexican style. I was a little shocked by his question because where I come from, they meat doesn’t need anything else than the heat from red hot mesquite charcoal and some salt.
Carne Asada at its Simplest and Finest Read More »
As a native of Erie, Pennsylvania, I grew up eating “pepperoni balls;” to the rest of the nation, these are called Pepperoni Rolls. I say this because I am going to try to remember to refer to them by their more common name but the Erie girl in me may pop up and stick her head into this post.
Quick & Easy Homemade Pepperoni Rolls aka Pepperoni Balls Read More »
There are a few dishes that bring in me a nostalgic sentiment. One that never fails to do so is Carne con Chile, which, by my definition, can be considered a comfort food from the state of Sonora, in northern Mexico.
Easy and Juicy Carne con Chile – Authentic Mexican Cuisine Read More »
I love ribs, but I rarely order them when I go out to eat. I prefer to make them at home. While ribs were once a challenge, I have developed a secret ingredient that makes perfectly seasoned ribs, every time. I call it Big Daddy’s Rib Rub, in honor of my husband.
The Secret Ingredient To Grilling Great Baby Back Ribs – Big Daddy’s Rib Rub Read More »
Strawberries are so delicious that I freeze strawberry puree every season so that I can pull some out of the freezer throughout the year and enjoy. There’s no sweeter indulgence than a decadent home-baked cheesecake topped with fresh strawberry flavor in the middle of November when strawberries are just not available.
Freeze Strawberry Puree Today So You Can Enjoy the Berry Good Sweetness All Year! Read More »
Venison sliders are delicious little cheeseburgers made from a savory blend of beef and venison. They are perfectly portioned to grill up quickly or when you want a lighter bite.
Venison Sliders – Delicious Little Venison and Beef Blend Cheeseburgers Read More »
Every time I fix them for breakfast, I end up with leftover grits. As a result, I have come up with a way to bake those leftovers into a hearty, richly-textured bread with a rustic appearance. It makes a wonderful toast and is also a full-bodied bread to get out the door in the morning.
Leftover Grits? Make Grits Bread for a Quick Weekday Breakfast Toast Read More »
Cinco de Mayo is a huge celebration and people go crazy on that day. They eat all sorts of Mexican food, drink Mexican beer or Tequila, make tons of guacamole and have a Mexican-brand hangover sometimes! So while America celebrates the triumph of Mexican militia over the French Army in the heroic Battle of Puebla,
Authentic Mexican Pozole for your Cinco de Mayo Aftermath Read More »
Is a well known fact that Americans love guacamole. In fact, they eat tons of it during Cinco de Mayo. Guacamole is the heart of a party, whether is a small get-together with your closest friends or a huge family reunion, Mexican homes have always a place right in the center of the table for a bowl of a special recipe of the best guacamole they can make.
3-way Guacamole – Dip into these three unique recipes of a Mexican classic Read More »
In North Carolina, we are lucky that we harvest strawberries in April every year. The season starts around mid-April here in Eastern NC and lasts through early May. Give or take a few days, we have a few short weeks to savor the juicy, sweet flavor of strawberries. Pancakes with fresh strawberries are the perfect way to start out a cool April morning.
Hot, Fresh Strawberry Pancakes: A Reason To Get Out of Bed! Read More »
Venison in Savory Onion Gravy is mouth watering and succulent when you pull it out of the pressure cooker.
Venison In Savory Onion Gravy (Deer Meat From Pressure Cooker) Read More »
Love those fancy grilled pizzas at your favorite restaurant? You can make it at home for a fraction of the price. Easy and delicious!
Quick Easy Homemade Grilled Pizza Read More »
