Believing in family dinners since 1991
Mezze means appetizer; and this platter is the perfect appetizer platter, that has something for everyone! The secret is to use store-bought ingredients, combined with a homemade tzatziki sauce. It’s an interactive appetizer that brings people together as they scoop and dip and build their own bite. Mix it up, add and subtract items that …
Cilantro and Lime……..what a perfect combination. Now turn that into a Mexican-inspired crispy chicken thigh dinner and you’ll be licking your plate clean! These marinated chicken thighs roast on top of onions, garlic cloves, and quartered limes, creating the most enticing aroma as they cook. No need to ring the dinner bell because everyone will …
Looking for a super easy, super delicious weeknight meal? I’ve got you covered! Who can resist cilantro, lime, and jalapeno together? And when a dinner only uses one dish….well, sign me up! This delicious chicken is seasoned, and seared to a golden brown. Combined with jalapeno and garlic; seasonings, lime juice, cilantro, and rice; and …
This humble dessert utilizes pantry staples to make a comforting treat! My husband absolutely loves this recipe; which is quite a compliment, since he lived in Great Britain and consumed Bread Pudding on a regular basis for years! Bread, soaked in a creamy custard mix, and tossed with whiskey soaked golden raisins. Baked and served warm …
I first learned to make Shepherd’s Pie from Georgina. A wonderful British woman who my husband had befriended when he lived in Great Britain. She taught me to always make extra mashed potatoes, so that you could turn leftovers into Bubble and Squeak. I still do that, to this day. This dish has become a …
This humble ingredient has made a huge comeback! Cauliflower is a top choice in so many dishes. In this soup, it is pureed to a silky perfection, combined with creamy cheeses, and seasoned with the perfect amount of dijon. On a cold day, this provides a warm, comforting dish that your family will love! If …
The Philly Cheesesteak sandwich is one of my family’s favorites! Turning it into a sloppy joe version makes it an easy weeknight meal. Tender ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, and sweet garlic, thickened and served with melted provolone cheese, on toasted, buttery brioche buns. This will bring your family to the table in a …
Macarons are truly a form of art, and it has taken me years to get a good batch of macarons. Don’t be hard on yourself if a batch doesn’t turn out! Keep at it, and try again. 🙂 This particular batch was fun to make! I gave the classic pink and white animal cookies new …
My husband grew up on casseroles and loves anytime I come up with a new one. This dinner combines his love of casseroles and my love of Mexican flavors! You can adjust the heat level to your liking, and either make the cornbread from scratch or use a box mix. This is an easy weeknight …
