Easter Butter Lamb – Baranek Weikanocny The Easter Lamb bearing a Resurrection Banner – like marshmallow Peeps, the butter lamb is an Easter icon of Polish Tradition. Isn’t he cute? When I was growing up, I would be the one to make the lamb. I made it free form, by hand and most of them…
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The Polish Easter Babka celebrates the return of the egg to the diet after the Lenten Fast. Babka is always at the Easter Feast. This is a Babka of a completely different sort. Don’t be intimidated by the lengthy directions, I just wanted to make it as easy as possible!! Proofing Sponge 1/2 cup warm…
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Some recipes are one and done – but this one keeps you coming back for more! An Italian comfort food favorite, Pasta Fagioli has been on many Italian tables on a weekly basis. It’s filling, nutritious, and if you can find the best ingredients, this is more than a simple pasta and bean soup. San…
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This month for the Secret Recipe Club , I was paired with Bean of Without Adornment and her Gluten-Free kitchen. Bean has a lovely philosophy on life, and beautiful photography which shines through on her blog! I am not familiar with gluten free cooking, and don’t have many of the ingredients for her recipes, but…
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Greek yogurt is packed with protein and probiotics that aid digestion and keep you feeling full. Tzatziki is a perfect condiment for snacks and wraps. For the #MadeWithChiobani Project, I made a delicious Greek Tzatziki sauce to use on my Meatloaf Gyro. Who knew leftover meatloaf could taste so good! Leftover meatloaf Sliced tomatoes Sliced…
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Everyone loves Chicken Parm! This is a make-ahead recipe that is quick, easy and soooo good! I have included a recipe for a quick marinara, but you can easily use a good store bought sauce. I use Victoria Brand Marinara sauce. It’s one of the best sauces I have found on the market. America’s Test…
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Cheese and crackers are always a hit for appetizers before dinner. Ina combines the two in a savory, delicious cracker that is the perfect small bite with a glass of wine or champagne. You can make the roll ahead and freeze for up to 6 months. 1/4 lb. (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature…
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It would be a mistake to judge apple fritters by their appearance. Once you bite into that crunchy crust, you’ll find a moist, fluffy dough filled with pieces of Granny Smith apples and the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. Fritters are usually served covered with powdered sugar, but in the recipe we double the…
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The Polish Easter Babka celebrates the return of the egg to the diet after the Lenten Fast. Babka is always at the Easter Feast. This is a Babka of a completely different sort. Don’t be intimidated by the lengthy directions, I just wanted to make it as easy as possible!! Proofing Sponge 1/2 cup warm…
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Sunday Supper is on a Mission to Bring Back Sunday Supper Around the Family Table in every home. Join us every Sunday with great recipes and inspiration. #SundaySupper now trends almost every day of the week! Simple and Fresh Summer Recipes We now have the best of both worlds! Butter and Olive Oil – something…
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The Polish Easter Babka celebrates the return of the egg to the diet after the Lenten Fast. Babka is always at the Easter Feast. This is a Babka of a completely different sort. Don’t be intimidated by the lengthy directions, I just wanted to make it as easy as possible!! Proofing Sponge 1/2 cup warm…
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Double the time-saving power of your CrockPot by transforming leftovers into a totally different meal! This brisket is cooked with beef broth and loads of onions that melt down into a luscious gravy. NIGHT #1 4 lbs. beef brisket 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, divided 2 large onions, sliced thin 3 cloves garlic, minced…
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This month’s CRAZY COOKING CHALLENGE – Spaghetti with Red Sauce. I could eat this everyday. This recipe is a little unusual as we are making our meatballs…..with no meat! These crispy, savory, balls, simmering in tomato sauce, are delicious and surprising. They have all the texture and flavor that a meatball-lover would ask for, there’s…
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It doesn’t get any simpler than this classic Italian dish. 1 lb. spaghetti or vermicelli 5 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 10 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino Romano Bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil…
