My collection of mains and sides. You will love how fast and easy some of these are! Don’t be stuck for dinner!
What makes a Bolognese sauce truly authentic? The answers might surprise you. Unlike the classic tomato meat sauce most of us in north America are so familiar with, an authentic Bolognese has very little (if any) tomato. And did you know…serving it on top of Read more…
Carne desmechada (sometimes known as ropa vieja which translates to “old clothes”) is a Colombian style pulled beef that makes a perfect meal any night of the week. It uses simple ingredients you often already have, yet it tastes so authentic. Do I Need A Read more…
Comfort foods are hearty, satisfying and never get old. And this recipe for classic chicken pot pie is no exception. Big chunks of chicken and colorful veggies swim in a rich gravy, all encased in a flaky, melt in your mouth pastry. The filling is Read more…
If you grew up eating Hamburger Helper as a kid, have I got the recipe for you! This copycat version of Hamburger Helper is so quick and easy, you will wonder why you ever used the store bought stuff to begin with. Not only can Read more…
Of all the dals in Indian cuisine, red lentil dal (or masoor dal) is probably the easiest and fastest to make. This is because red lentils do not require any soaking or cooking ahead of time. And since they cook in under 30 minutes, they Read more…
Aloo gobi matar is an Indian side dish that is so classic, you can almost always find it on restaurant menus. It’s not only great as a side dish but as a light meal in itself. It’s quick and easy to prepare and heats up Read more…
I am not crazy about green beans. They’re usually expensive, spoil fast and take forever to prep. There is however one way I eat them, and that’s Turkish style, or Taze Fasulye. You saute onions, garlic and carrots then add tomatoes. This becomes a light Read more…
What makes a pizza Detroit style, anyway? Just like Chicago is known for deep dish and New York is known for thin crust…Detroit style pizza is known for its unconventional assembly. The toppings are put on in reverse, beginning with pepperoni (if using), then cheese Read more…
This veggie burger recipe is my favorite for so many reasons, I don’t know where to begin! First, it’s not mushy and tastes so good even carnivores like myself enjoy them. It also doesn’t use ingredients that need to be ordered online. If you can Read more…
When my grandma made moussaka, it was quite different from the authentic Greek kind I know today. The Balkan moussaka I knew was composed of layers of potatoes, onions and ground meat. My baba then poured a savory egg custard over it. Once baked, the Read more…