Gremolata is simply a herb mixture that you can use on almost any dish.  It almost always contains lemon zest and parsley.  With the addition of fresh garlic, it’s delicious on top of roasted cauliflower and adds a crunchy element to this baked cod.  The best thing about this dish is that you mix all…

Nothing says Americana like a good ole can of Pork ‘n’ Beans.  This is a little different twist to the traditional beans that you remember from your childhood.  I could eat them hot or cold.  But what about that little piece of pork fat at the top of the can?  Does that really make them…

Are we ready for some Football?!!! I may not get excited over the Superbowl, but the party menu for this week is a Home Run! – No wait, that’s baseball.  I’m not a football fan.   A homemade sausage mix takes the place of cocktail franks. Pigs in Sleeping Blankets 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4…

Part cookie and part candy, these are a quick treat to make for the holidays. 12 honey graham crackers 1 cup unsalted butter (do not substitute) 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 2-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Arrange crackers side…

Enchiladas made easy!  This pie is topped with tortilla chips and while it bakes, the lowest layer transforms into a beefy-enchilada-like base while the top layer stays crisp.  Everyone asked for seconds! 1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 2 garlic cloves, minced One 10-ounce can of enchilada sauce 1/2…

If you are from New Jersey or New York you will love this recipe for “crumb buns”.  We would get them every Sunday from the local bakery (now closed). 2 Tbsp. canola oil 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup milk…

As a member of The Daily Meal Culinary Content Network, each week the SWAT team gets an ingredient to cook.  Usually it’s something simple like bacon or chicken breast. This week was Refrigerated Biscuit Dough. How many things can you make with biscuits? Here are a few more ideas! 6 things you Didn’t know you…

Some of the best pizza comes from coal-fired ovens.  Until I build one in my back yard, we can get the same effect on the grill.  We want a crust that’s crisp, smoky and slightly charred – my favorite way to have pizza.  A few things to keep in mind – the dough needs to…

If you are from New Jersey or New York you will love this recipe for “crumb buns”.  We would get them every Sunday from the local bakery (now closed). 2 Tbsp. canola oil 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup milk…

I don’t know what kid – or grown up does not like some sort of Beefaroni!  AKA as goulash or American Chop Suey,  it’s always a favorite. When I was growing up, my Aunt used to make this for us for lunch – minus the ground beef.  Just elbow macaroni in tomato soup – Well…

Before you go on your next food shopping trip, take a look and see what you have left in the fridge.  Eggs almost past their freshness date?  Make a quiche!  1 refrigerated pie crust 2 stalks fresh broccoli 5 slices provolone cheese 6 eggs 1-1/2 cups half and half 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano 1/2…

If you are from New Jersey or New York you will love this recipe for “crumb buns”.  We would get them every Sunday from the local bakery (now closed). 2 Tbsp. canola oil 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup milk…

Did you know?  You can bake frozen store-bought ravioli just like you would use no-boil lasagna noodles!  Just be sure to have plenty of sauce to completely cover ravioli.  Use you favorite pasta sauce or make this quick marinara. Easy Marinara 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, smashed Kosher salt and freshly ground…

This is a quick snack cake with the best peanut butter frosting!  Be sure to have plenty of ice cold milk! Chocolate Cake 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1-1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. baking soda 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 cup finely chopped…