When I hear the words Italian Lasagna, it reminds me of my favorite dish my mother used to make. My father was 100% Italian and my mother was 100% German but my mom had mastered the art of lasagna making, “Lorraine style.” For those food critiques who insist upon the extensive labor of homemade noodles and an herb tomato sauce …
DIY Cajun Seasoning
If you are anything like me, you’ve had those days when you started a recipe knowing that you have all the right ingredients on hand, only to find out that your spice bottle (you know, the one you need at just that moment) is empty. Could anything be more frustrating when you are in a hurry to get dinner on …
Bahārāt Middle Eastern Spice Blend
At the start of every new season, I like to make a bucket list of things I want to learn before the next season begins. At the top of my culinary bucket list is to learn to make the hard to find spices I use in my recipes. The challenging part of global cooking is finding spices unique to a …
Mandarin Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette & African Smoke Tilapia
Print Recipe Mandarin Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette & African Smoke Tilapia Yum The combination of the smoke-flavored fish combined with the juicy sweetness of the oranges and zesty dressing make every bite just delicious. Substitute the Tilapia with Salmon for an entirely new flavor experience. Course Dinner, Entrees, Lunch, Soup/Salad Cuisine American, European Servings people Ingredients Tilapia 4 tilapia filets2 …
Balsamic Sage Vegetable Bacon Crostini Logs
Print Recipe Balsamic Sage Vegetable Crostini Logs Yum Course Appetizer / Snack, Sides Cuisine American, Italian Servings Ingredients 1 large red bell pepper, chopped1 large green bell pepper, chopped1 small red onion, chopped4 strips bacon, thick sliced, cooked Applewood smoked or plain1/2 cup chopped cilantro1 loaf Italian bread, sliced in half lenthwise6 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon dried …
Chicken Meatballs with Thai Chili Sauce
I love to entertain. My goal at every gathering is to create a menu unique to the occasion. Sometimes that includes preparing foods with my gluten-free and dairy-free guests in mind. Chicken Meatballs with Thai Chili Sauce is a recipe you can easily alter for your guests with food intolerance’s by using gluten-free bread crumbs and omitting the Parmesan cheese. …
Fresh Figs with Maple and Hickory Smoked Bacon Glaze
Print Recipe Fresh Figs with Maple and Hickory Smoked Bacon Glaze Yum Fresh figs lightly drizzled with maple and hickory smoked bacon glaze is like a little taste of sweet and salty heaven on earth. Course Appetizer / Snack, Sides Cuisine American Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Passive Time 15 minutes Servings pieces Ingredients 24 fresh figs, …