To me some of my favorite dishes are with only a few simple ingredients prepared perfectly. Take the potato for example, such a humble ingredient that can be cooked in a variety of ways, one of which is the oven baked potato. Correctly executed a …

There is a feeling of spring in the air. I realize it is only early March, and where we live there will be several more months of snowy days to come. While the forecast is calling for snow this weekend, in the yard there are …

Garam Masala along with cumin, chili powder, turmeric and curry is mixed with yogurt to create an flavorful Indian Spice roasted head of cauliflower. The spicy yogurt paste seals in the moisture of the cauliflower by forming a crust during baking, steaming the cauliflower to …

traditional Bavarian dish Obatzda or Obatzter is a traditional Bavarian dish that begins with a soft ripe Camembert combined with a spreadable cheese, butter, onions, a few spices, and of course beer.  This popular appetizer also sometimes called Gerupfter Käse (which translated is barley cheese) …

SPANAKOPITA RECIPE Farm fresh spinach is combined with garlic, onions and feta cheese then baked in thin flaky layers of phyllo dough until golden brown.  Our version of this classic Greek Spanakopita adds a bit of a twist to the traditional recipe adding a blend …

I must confess, I really enjoy a good pastry with my coffee.  Flaky layers, crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, with a bit of sweet but not overly sugary.  Now it is not very often that I actually act on this love …

Chunks of tender steak bring beefy goodness to this hearty Chili Con Carne with beans.  Loaded with onions, garlic, tomato and mix of spices this soup has a big bold flavor that is sure to please the most discriminating chili lover.  Topped with some shredded …

When it comes to classic comfort food many would agree that Shepard’s pie is a favorite.  Over the years I have been served many different takes on what were all called Shepard’s pie, some with lamb and some with beef, others prepared with ground meat …

Getting a good breakfast on the go can be a challenge, but not with these make-ahead sausage and hash brown burritos.  Spiced with diced green chilies these easy-to-prepare burritos will have you and your family starting the day on the right foot.  Perfect for a …

Dresden Stollen goes by many different names; Stollen, Strutzel, Striezel, Stutenbrot, or Christstollen.  This traditional German Christmas bread, is a flavorful combination of rum soaked raisins and currants, almonds, candied citrus peel, spices such as cinnamon and cardamom, and of course lots of butter.  Legend …

An iconic dark brown crust sprinkled with coarse salt envelopes a soft slightly spongy center giving these rolls the same flavor and texture as a big soft pretzel.  Serve burgers and sandwiches on these pretzel rolls for an added flavor sensation, or simply enjoy them …

All the goodness of a French dip sandwich and a bowl of French onion soup are combined in these easy-to-make roast beef sliders.  Caramelized onions and gooey provolone make these little gems irresistible.  Dipped in a cup of warm au jus these little sandwiches will …