Pumpkin Pot De Creme

Pumpkin Pot De CremeIn place of the traditional pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving, try this gourmet dessert. For that day, I like to offer two desserts. Making this the day before will allow you to use your precious time on Thanksgiving Day for other preparations. These are mouth-melting. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees … [Read more…]

Candied Fruit Bread

Candied Fruit BreadThis version contains small amounts of a variety of nuts and candied fruits but is neither as dense with fruit nor as heavy as traditional fruit bread. Serve it without a sauce or lightly toasted. Grease an 8×5-inch loaf tin thoroughly. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Beat eggs in … [Read more…]

Chef John’s Spinach and Feta Pie

Chef John’s Spinach and Feta PieBacon and the Greek tastes of spinach and feta cheese combine in an easy recipe that’s like a combination of a baked omelet and a quiche. It’s great at any temperature and for any meal. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Heat butter in a large oven-safe … [Read more…]

Fried Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto)

Fried Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto)In this straightforward Costa Rican recipe for gallo pinto, nicely seasoned black beans are combined with sauteed onion and rice and pan-fried until crispy. Go through beans and pick out any with holes or rocks. Transfer beans to a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let … [Read more…]

Easy Mexican Quinoa

Easy Mexican QuinoaThis dish of Mexican quinoa, which is made with taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, and is finished with Cheddar cheese and sour cream, will become a family favorite. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; saute onion in hot oil until slightly softened 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in quinoa and taco seasoning; … [Read more…]

Tangy Glazed Black Cod

Tangy Glazed Black CodA quick and simple meal that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare consists of black cod and tomatoes baked in a tangy and sweet sauce. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray the bottom of a Dutch oven or covered casserole dish with cooking spray. Combine lime juice … [Read more…]

Best Chicken Ever

Best Chicken EverSour cream and corn flakes team up for a tasty twist on ordinary chicken. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse and trim the chicken breasts. Pat dry. Generously coat both sides of each breast with sour cream. Put crushed cornflake crumbs in a shallow plate or bowl and season … [Read more…]

Slow Cooker Veggie-Beef Soup with Okra

Slow Cooker Veggie-Beef Soup with OkraSo easy! These ingredients are probably in your kitchen right now! Cook the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is evenly browned and the onion is soft. Remove grease. Combine the beef, onion, and diced tomatoes in a slow cooker. vegetables, okra, potatoes, … [Read more…]

Cypriot Tahini Pies with Orange Flavor

Cypriot Tahini Pies with Orange FlavorThese Cypriot hand pies are a delicious baking project because they combine yeast dough with a mouthwatering orange-flavored tahini filling. Combine 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 cup water and yeast together in a small bowl. Stir well with a fork. Sift bread flour and all-purpose flour together in a mixing bowl. … [Read more…]

Baked Pears with Wine and Walnut Cream

Baked Pears with Wine and Walnut CreamPears are baked in a sweet wine sauce and topped with a creamy walnut topping for a fancy dessert during the holidays. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange pears in an oven-proof pan with a tight-fitting lid; add red wine 1/2 cup brown sugar vanilla … [Read more…]