Tuesday, March 31, 2015

Cheese - Tuscan Cream Cheese Spread

Spread your bread with the earthy flavors of the Italian countryside. Cream cheese, garlic, artichoke hearts, olives, green onions, sun-dried tomatoes, parsley and chives all converge to make a rich and colorful appetizer.

Monday, March 30, 2015

Main Dish - Amazing Ribs

A three step cooking method is used to make these incredible, tender ribs. The ribs are first boiled, then grilled, and finally simmered in barbecue sauce in a slow cooker.

Saturday, March 28, 2015

Desserts - Jam Filled Butter Cookies

This cookie recipe has been in my mother's family for more years than I've been alive. It's my favorite cookie; my comfort food!

Cheese - Easy Sausage Strata

This layered breakfast casserole has cheese, eggs, and a whole lot of hearty goodness.

Friday, March 27, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Pressure Cooker Italian Chicken Soup

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Using a pressure cooker to make this flavorful chicken soup speeds time cooking the pearl barley; a process that normally takes 1-2 hours can happen in 9 minutes. If you don't have a pressure cooker, use a heavy stockpot for stovetop cooking, add more stock, as some will cook away, and allow more cooking time.

Bread - Hawaiian Bread I

Styled after the classic Hawaiian sweet bread and very good.

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Cheese - Easy Never Forgotten Guacamole

This guacamole has been a hit at our house for years. Great for the Superbowl or any occasion. Sour cream and cream cheese make the guac extra creamy. Spice it up with crushed red pepper.

Cheese - Italian Cream Cheese And Ricotta Cheesecake

This is an authentic Italian-family cheesecake recipe handed down through generations. The results are a creamy, but not too thick, cheesecake your family-Italian or not-is sure to enjoy.

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - White Bean And Lamb Soup

It is a complete meal in one bowl - ground lamb and fresh veggies in a tomato and chicken broth. The soup is topped with wilted baby spinach and feta cheese!

Monday, March 23, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Romano Chicken

Rollups of chicken, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, ham and herbs - breaded and quickly cooked in the microwave.

Saturday, March 21, 2015

Side Dish - Five Bean Casserole

Bacon, canned baked beans and seasonings are combined with garbanzo, lima, kidney and butter beans in this sweet and sour casserole.

Friday, March 20, 2015

Fruits And Vegetables - Wilted Spinach And Almond Salad

Fresh spinach is wilted with a warm sesame oil dressing and topped with toasted almonds and pan-fried onions for a flavorful warm salad.

Wednesday, March 11, 2015

Seafood - Shrimpcargot

After having these shrimp as an appetizer at a restaurant I have been trying to duplicate them. Serve with bread to mop up the extra yummy garlic butter!

Bbq Grilling - Chef Johns Turkey Burger

Garlic, ginger, cilantro, and lemon juice spice up your average turkey burger to make this low-fat meal a healthy and delicious option.

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Monday, March 9, 2015

Side Dish - Old World Escarole And Beans

After searching high and low for a soupy escarole and beans recipe, I finally created my own version. It tastes just like the appetizer I order at one of my favorite Italian restaurants in New York.

Sunday, March 8, 2015

Salad - French Dressing Ii

This tangy red French dressing has a hint of fire and lots of interesting flavor.

Breakfast And Brunch - Buttermilk Pancakes I

Serve these simple but delicious pancakes with warm maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Bbq Grilling - Restaurant Style Tequila Lime Chicken

This spicy, marinated broiled chicken dish is the same as that of a well-known restaurant chain's Tequila Lime Chicken. Enjoy! Serve with rice and pico de gallo salsa, if desired.

Saturday, March 7, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Apple Raisin French Toast Casserole

This is a delicious breakfast dish that my mother likes to prepare for Christmas breakfast. It is easy to prepare, and sets overnight, so in the morning you just put it in the oven and enjoy.

Friday, March 6, 2015

Meat And Poultry - Filipino Lumpia 2

This is a traditional Filipino dish. It is the Filipino version of the egg rolls. It can be served as a side dish or as an appetizer.

Desserts - Garbanzo Bean Chocolate Cake Gluten Free

A very good high-protein alternative to flourless chocolate cake. Give it a try!

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Pasta - Asparagus Chicken And Penne Pasta

If you are tired of tomato based pasta, try this one. Asparagus and chicken are tossed with penne pasta.

Appetizers And Snacks - Bruschetta I 2

Fresh tomatoes, parsley, chives, garlic and basil create this beautiful, tasty dish. Add balsamic vinegar if you like. Serve on toasted French bread with pesto, or enjoy it all by itself.

Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Side Dish - Best Baked French Fries

Potato slices are coated in garlic salt and sugar and baked into crispy, golden French fries.

Pasta - Lemon Orzo Primavera

Colorful vegetables and the flavors of lemon and thyme make this orzo dish great for picnics. You can chop the zucchini and carrot instead of grating them to cut down on prep time, just be sure to cook them for a few minutes longer before adding the orzo.

Tuesday, March 3, 2015