A Food Blog: Who I am and what I do.
In this post, I share my homemade tuna salad recipe and the back story that goes with this humble meal. I’ve been making this tuna salad for years, but as I mentioned in my Brown Sugar and Buttermilk Banana Bread recipe post, I’ve made a bad habit of not sharing […]
There’s a story behind this recipe for Easy Classic Beef Stew in 2 Hours. When the first snow flies in Michigan, you’ll find me making this hearty stew, but not a day sooner. In this recipe, simple, everyday ingredients come together under a slow simmer. Stew beef, carrots, onions, potatoes, […]
This recipe for Authentic Italian Stuffed Shells in 1 Hour features a simple, but flavorful three-cheese filling of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan, with a touch of spinach, garlic and toasted pine nuts. The shells are then baked in a bed of my Best Spicy Sicilian Pasta Sauce until bubbling hot […]
These absolutely Delicious Vegetarian Enchiladas in 1 Hour feature a hearty blend of roasted butternut squash, yellow squash, zucchini, onion, sweet red bell peppers, corn, and black beans with cheese rolled in corn tortillas. The enchiladas are baked in my own recipe for authentic salsa roja and topped with more […]
I promised you my easy meatloaf recipe and here it is. I don’t know why it took me so long to share it. Perhaps because our collective tastes in food have changed considerably over the years – preferring lighter fare these days. It’s also been one of those go-to recipes […]
This Easy Grilled Corn Quiche with Sautéed Onions and Fresh Thyme is a delicious way to take advantage of fresh sweet corn this summer. Whether you’re visiting your local farmers market or picking up fresh produce at your favorite grocery, this savory quiche recipe celebrates the vibrant flavors of the […]
This simple recipe for Irresistible 30-Minute Lebanese Kafta features all the elements of this traditional Lebanese dish, and can be made with a variety of meats or even a plant-based meat substitute. In this blog post, I’ll touch on the regional variations, and share a list of my favorite side […]
This recipe for Easy 1-Day Ham Bone Soup and I go way back. I typically make this soup after the family had finished picking over the spiral-cut Christmas ham. If the ham bone was big enough, we could usually break in into two sections, freeze one for later and make […]
These Easy Yum Yum Furikake Chicken Sliders feature a perfectly seasoned chicken breast on sweet Hawaiian slider buns, crisp ginger pickles, fresh lettuce and Japanese Yum Yum sauce. The name says it all – absolutely yummy, easy to make, and a guaranteed hit. These tasty sammies cook up perfectly in […]
This recipe for easy and delicious butternut squash soup in under 1 hour not only showcases the natural sweetness of the squash but also offers a comforting, velvety texture that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Whether you’re enjoying it as a starter or a main dish, this soup is sure to […]
