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 …
Oktoberfest celebrates much more than just beer, it embraces the German culture and of course the delicious food. Kartoffelsalat is one of the traditional dishes that I truly enjoy. Properly prepared the texture and flavors are unparalleled to any mayonnaise based American salad I have …
Black beans, corn, jalapeno, and farmers cheese make a delicious filling for these Mexicali stuffed peppers. This easy-to-prepare vegetable side dish is full of spicy flavor and a hint of lime, making it the perfect companion for your grilled chicken or pork chop dinner. What …
Tender leaves of spinach are sauteed with onion and garlic then added to a Parmesan cheese sauce in this mouthwatering ‘steakhouse’ version of creamed spinach. This easy-to-make-recipe uses just a few simple ingredients to create an unforgettable side perfect for serving with most any meal. …
This colorful combination of sauteed vegetable is as appealing to the eye as it is to the tongue. Fresh spinach is wilted into this medley of Italian spiced vegetables in this easy-to-prepare, delicious dish. Finished with some red pepper flake and finely grated Parmesan cheese, …
Tender bites of broccoli are the star of this creamy, easy to make casserole. Topped with a crispy layer of cheese and bread crumbs, this hearty dish is comfort food at its best. Cheesy broccoli rice casserole is a classic side dish that’s great with a weeknight …
Mashed potatoes mixed together with sautéed cabbage and onions create this traditional Irish dish know simply as Colcannon. With an amazing depth of flavor and textures, these potatoes are remarkable light, fluffy, and delicious. There are many versions of these potatoes, some using kale in …
Tender garnet yams and Granny Smith apples create an interesting combination in this savory and sweet hash. Bits of crisped bacon, onion, and pepitas complete the dish by adding an amazing depth of flavors and textures to this colorful and delicious fall hash.
A coating of lightly crisped bread crumbs wraps these soft pillows of creamy mashed potatoes to create a delicious croquette. Perfect as a side dish for most any meal, these croquettes are also a great way to use up any left over mashed potatoes. Or …
It is starting to be that time of year when our gardens really begin to reward us for the many hours of weeding, watering, and waiting. Tomatoes, the one crop we all can hardly wait to get our hands on are now ripening on the …
Related to both the Western cabbage and the common turnip, bok choy or Chinese cabbage is a widely popular and versatile vegetable. There are as many names for this white vegetable with leafy greens as there are varieties. Baby Bok choy also known as Shanghai …
Dollops of golden crusted mashed potatoes serve both as a delicious side dish and a beautiful garnish. Given their regal name from their elegant appearance, Duchess potatoes are actually very easy to make and fun to customize to fit perfectly with any menu.
