Basil Pesto
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 0 Minutes |
My delicious recipe for making pesto with you in mind. At the Farmer's Market the other day I happened upon a steal of a deal on a bunch of fresh picked basil. The smell was heavenly - I knew pesto was going to be whirling in the blender as soon as I got…
Saffron Scented Mac and Cheese
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| Prep Time: | 60 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 30 Minutes |
My family LOVES mac and cheese. So much that I have 5 different recipes for it that I make on a fairly regular basis. This is one that the kids love, but has a bit of a spin on it for the grown ups in the family. Saffron. The kids like that the saffron co…
Baby Octopus with small potatoes
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 40 Minutes |
I absolutely LOVE this recipe. Apart from being extremely easy to make it is delicious. To those that eat squid, the taste is very similar, so... come on.. dare a little will you? Again a good place to find baby octopus is at local Asian Markets.
Ragu alla Bolognese
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| Prep Time: | 0 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 110 Minutes |
This is the traditional way to make bolognese....direct from Emilia-Romagna region, where Bologna is located. In Bologna they will scoff at the use of any other pasta but tagliatelle or parpadelle.
New Fried Chicken Wings
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
I've been frying chicken wings since age ten. I wanted to give my fried chicken a fresh prep, so I could see if incorporating a different ingredient would make a difference over using buttermilk. Sour cream won the day!
Spicy Samosas
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| Prep Time: | 25 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
Delicious samosas perfect for party appetizers or a side to your favorite meal. Be careful - they're spicy!
Chicken Kofta in Walnut Gravy
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| Prep Time: | 30 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 25 Minutes |
CHICKEN KOFTA IN WALNUT GRAVY RECIPE is 1 of the best chicken dish you want to eat it is very good and delicious it is 1 of the my fav. try it out and then invite your friends and family to show them a new thing on the table that make you a good cook in t…
Salad of Lost Jewels with Sweet Chili Dressing
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 0 Minutes |
This is a very simple recipe that I put together for a light lunch. It's fast and easy -- all you need to do is just takes whatever veggies what you have in your fridge or pantry and whip up some dressing. Putting together this salad probably took no more…
English Gypsy Toast with French Cheese and Herbs
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 10 Minutes |
It has been hundreds of years ago when the English had a rivalry with the French. So history has got over with it and its time to blend together the two nations into a one simple breakfast delight.
Stuffed Mushrooms with Bacon and Cream Cheese
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| Prep Time: | 20 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
Try this simple mushroom appetizer that even Mario and Luigi will beat the crap out of King Kuppa for this.
Goat Cheese Souffle
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 50 Minutes |
Warm, creamy, and elegant. Goat Cheese Souffle from Sand Rock Farm B&B in Aptos, CA, a BnBFinder listed inn.
Mussel Chowder from Shelburne Inn
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 25 Minutes |
Creamy Mussel Chowder from Shelburne Inn in Seaview, WA; a BnBFinder listed inn.
Lemon Rosemary Chicken Breasts
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 25 Minutes |
I adapted this recipe from one that I saw on a cooking show. They were grilling the chicken, but I didn't have a grill, so I figured sautéing the chicken would work just as well. It is relatively easy to make and pairs well with potatoes, pasta, or ric…
Crispy Ginger Curry Chicken
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
I just love this dish. It comes out perfectly every time, and only takes 15 minutes! Eliminate all prep time by doing all your chopping and mixing in the food processor. Sarah http://the-delicious-life.blogspot.com/
Brains on the Half Skull
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 0 Minutes |
This spooky appetizer is one of our Halloween favorites. And, since it's basically tomatoes and cottage cheese, it's good for you too. We like to say it's 'hauntingly delicious!'
Theresa's Healthy Breakfast
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 10 Minutes |
A late morning approach to brunch or breakfast. Either way it is a sure fire delicious combination of healthy eating.
Tuna Noodle Salad
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
This dish has been with me many years. I came up with it when I was on Weight Watchers diet plan years ago. It was good because 1, I love tuna and 2, when dieting, I only ate little and this is very filling. And one fixing of this will give you a few meal…
Shrimp Artichoke Pasta Marinara
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 10 Minutes |
Shrimp, artichoke & pasta in a red sauce. Delicious and filling, with a side of grilled mozzarella sandwich. Note* Your seafood department usually has large steamed cocktail shrimp. These are perfect to use, because they are not overcooked and all yo…
Chimichurri sauce, choripan
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
Chimichurri is the quintessential Argentinean condiment and/or marinade. It can be used as a marinade for a succulent steak, or more simply in the form of churripan. Churripan is everything street food is supposed to be- fast, delicious, and genuine. With…
Asian Beef Wrapped Asparagus
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 5 Minutes |
A delightful east meets west appetizer.
Southwestern Steak Enchiladas
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| Prep Time: | 50 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 40 Minutes |
Directions One day ahead, make the steak: In a slow cooker, combine the steak, water, tequila, garlic, and 1 serrano chile. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook, on low, until very tender, about 12 hours or overnight. Shred the steak. Make…
Nellie's Chicken with Honey -Chilli sauce
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
This easy to prepare meal can be enjoyed by young and old and is great for a party or buffet spread. For young children, you may refrain from adding the chilly sauce as the dish is just as delicious without it.
Salmon with Cilantro and Garlic over Orzo
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
A wonderfully easy and fresh tasting dish, rich in omega 3's and so healthy.
Tagliatelle Ubriacona
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| Prep Time: | 45 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 30 Minutes |
An amazing creation from my favorite restaurant in Florence, Italy. Ubriacona (means drunkard in Italian) you can substitute the tagliatelle with anything really even risotto....sooooo good!!






























