Earlier this year, I was all set to visit the scenic and vibrant place of Italy. And then I found myself (and most of us) stuck at home trying to spare everyone’s lives from the virus. Well, I could have sulked away in my kitchen and just feel terrible, but I didn’t. Instead, I’m bringing Italy right into my kitchen with this summer classic salad, featuring fresh ripe tomatoes, crisp bread, garden veggies, and more!...

See that gorgeous meaty, cheesy, and creamy layers of heavenly goodness? Ahh! So mouthwatering! It’s screaming nothing but pure happiness! Plus, the inviting aroma of this dish is so comforting and warm. You’re going into a lovely food coma just thinking about it. Just the perfect comfort food you needed.😍 What sets this Pastitsio apart from the Italian Lasagna and American Baked Ziti is the infusion of cinnamon stick to its rich meaty tomato-based sauce....

Camping with Kids Lt. Dan and I used to adore camping. We spent many of our early vacations backpacking in Colorado. We loved following quiet trails, bathing in ice-cold streams, and preparing our food over a campfire. Through college and our first few years of marriage, most of our extra money was spent purchasing gear such as all-weather sleeping bags, a portable purifier that could turn mud into drinking water, and high-beam headlamps, stuff like that....

Do you find baking bread as therapeutic as I do? This labor of love brings people together to eat and share. As a bonus, it will make your house smell amazing. It’s no wonder I have so many bread recipes here on my blog. This particular recipe is one of my favorites, hands down. It’s super easy, and each pillowy roll bursts with that irresistible garlic bread flavor. Plus, garlic pull-apart bread is fun to share and goes great with just about any meal....

Authentic Mexican Pozole Rojo Recipe I have always loved adventuring and exploring the unordinary. Just as no two cities are the same, no two bowls of posole are the same. This easy authentic posole recipe is the ticket to lots of smiles around your dinner table. Pork Posole is a cross between soup and stew. What is Pozole? Some might ask what Pozole means… Since hominy is one of the main ingredients in Pork Posole, pozole actually means hominy!...

Why We Love This Oven Baked French Chicken Breast Recipe If you like saucy, rich, and garlic-y foods, then get ready – because you are going to love every single thing about this dish. Classic French Chicken, a recipe from my mother-in-law, is an old-school baked chicken breast recipe. And it’s easy to see why this one has stayed popular! But keep in mind, as is with most retro American recipes, the word French is used liberally....

Roast Beef for Any Occasion While this recipe calls for an eye of round roast (a delicious yet economical choice), there are a lot of different cuts that work well for roast beef, and you can prepare them using the same methods you’ll learn here. Top round roast, bottom round roast, top sirloin roast, and eye of round roast are all popular choices – each with its own fat and flavor levels and price range....

Perfect sweet or dessert recipe for Diwali, Navratri, Holi, Ram Navami, Eid, Christmas, or any special occasion. If you are looking for last-minute sweets or mithai to prepare this virtual Diwali party check out my list of best Indian sweets and desserts recipe. Last year for Diwali, I prepared and shared milk barfi or milk powder burfi, and thank you so much for the overwhelming response. It’s foolproof, the number one recipe on my blog....

Salsa Verde Enchiladas What are you serving for Christmas dinner? Don’t know yet? Don’t feel bad, me either. Every year we have certain traditions that we follow religiously, and other areas where we fly by the seat of our pants. Like for instance, what we’re eating for Christmas Dinner. Some years we sink into family recipes like Chicken Paprikas and Hungarian Cabbage and Noodles. Other years we’ve made cozy dishes like Beef Stroganoff or Trout Schnitzel....

This dish can be served alone, but today I have combined with NO-ONION NO-GARLIC PALAK PANEER to make it a complete vegetarian meal. One-pot or one-pan meals are my favorites as they are easy to make and straightforward to clean up 🙂 These recipes are convenient during the festival and holiday season when you have a tight schedule with poojas, entertaining guests, going out shopping, and whatnot. What is your favorite One Pot Meal?...

Growing up in the eighties, I can’t remember a single gathering we attended that didn’t have a Mexican-inspired seven layer dip somewhere in the mix. It seemed every mamma in our neighborhood, had their own variation of 7 layer dip. Some added a layer of cream cheese. Some added spicy shredded chicken. Others used black beans instead of refried beans. As a kid, I always loved dipping my chip deep into the layers, scraping the bottom of the dish with hopes of scooping up a little of everything....

The first time I tried shrimp bisque, I knew I had found the perfect comfort food for a chilly day. Have I ever told you how much I love seafood? And the heavy cream and intense seafood flavor go perfectly with a salad or sandwich. If you’re starving, it goes well with both salad and sandwich.😍 Don’t let its simplicity fool you. Shrimp bisque makes a delicious and elegant side for your special date night with your better half....

Full-blooded Cajuns and Creoles must have gumbo running through their veins. LOL. 😜 The spicy, rich goodness is totally addictive. I love shrimp gumbo so much that I eat it often, alternating it with other gumbo recipes. The recipe’s strong African influence calls to my soul. ❤️ Recipe Ingredients How to Make Shrimp Gumbo Prep the Shrimp Peel the shrimp, leaving the tails intact. Then gently devein them by making a small slit at the back to access the vein with a pairing knife....

Why We Love This Teriyaki Recipe Teriyaki chicken piled on a hot bowl of rice with steamed vegetables and cold garnishes… What’s not to love? Our simple healthy Teriyaki Chicken Bowl recipe is a great midweek dinner option, that each family member can adjust to their own taste. Start with our simple base of sautéed chicken teriyaki and steamed vegetables, and add any garnish you like! In this quick and easy recipe we use two skillets: one for the chicken and one to steam fresh veggies....

How to Make Pickled Eggs with Beets Tangy, slightly sour, and perfectly flavorful pickled eggs are a classic snack that have been enjoyed for centuries around the world. Nearly every nationality has its own variety of chicken or duck eggs that are pickled in a zesty brine particular to their country. Here in the south, it’s common to make a version that features a vinegar brine bursting with dill, onions, black peppercorns, and mustard seeds....

I’m really not a fan of dates. They’re too sweet for me and I just can’t stand them. Until I learned that this sticky toffee pudding is actually made with dates. And I was like, oh, okay! I need to make peace with dates. Truth be told, if you’re not a fan of dates, you won’t taste the dates in this heavenly dessert, not even a hint. I guarantee you that!...

Sweet potato pie on its own is always a winner at any kitchen table, and this recipe is no exception. Instead of a traditional flaky pie crust, you get a firm crust with the perfect amount of bite to it. It delivers a fun variation when you are tired of the same old thing. Comfort food at its best: sweet potato pie is one of my favorite things to bake....

Turnip greens may not be as common as spinach, kale, and collards, but they are equally delicious. Because they are super tasty and easy on the palate, even kids love them. Turnips are economical because you can eat both the root and leaves in this recipe – no food going to waste. Woohoo! They are also quite nutritious because they are packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, potassium, and iron, to name a few....

Check out our Christmas fruit and nut cake and classic Date nut bread for holidays. Jump to:Recipe cardAbout Fruit CakeIngredientsStep-by-step instructionsChef TipsMore eggless cake recipesUser Reviews Recipe card About Fruit Cake Tutti Frutti Cake is an Indian bakery-style loaf cake served with evening tea. Adding tutti frutti adds a sweet and fruity flavor to your cake. These are also given in the form of gifts during holidays. Tutti frutti is nothing but candied fruits sold in stores like Walmart during Christmas....

What is Veal Scallopini? Some people think of breaded veal cutlets served with spaghetti, others envision veal piccata with mashed potatoes. In truth, veal scallopini is essentially just the recipe for breaded pan-fried veal cutlets. Anything you serve the veal cutlets on, or you serve over the veal cutlets, is up for interpretation. Today I’m sharing a recipe for a classic combination of Veal Scallopini with Mushroom Sauce. Although I like veal with piccata sauce as well, I honestly love classic chicken piccata....