Less Fuss, More Food
Romertopf Roasted Chicken may not sound exciting but it’s a family favorite for so many reasons. Chicken dinner isn’t fancy, but done right, it’s so satisfying. Comforting, budget friendly, delicious, and versatile. In our house, one chicken will produce at least 3 dinners for our …
Beef Cornish Pasties have always been a treat in our home. These simple hand pies, originally made for Cornish miners to have a hearty and portable lunch, were magical to me. Anytime one of the family was near Nevada City they would pick up a …
Tamale Pie Casserole is made so many different ways with such a large spectrum of ingredients. Every family seems to have their own recipe and they’re all so different. We’ve changed our family recipe somewhat, but it remains close to the original. Ironically, this recipe …
This Sesame Ginger Flank Steak was a new twist on a favorite that was well worthwhile. We lucked into some prime grade flank steak at our local butcher shop and wanted to highlight it with something special. Mike put on his thinking cap, got out …
Pork Chorizo Burger and Lime Jalapeno slaw was an intriguing idea but something totally new to me. I love burgers, but I have always defaulted to a beef patty, maybe with some bacon in the mix. Grilled burgers are my standard and that’s the method …
Quick and Easy Nachos are a weeknight win for everyone in the house. For me, they’re a go to when I don’t have creative inspiration or energy. If there’s some leftover steak, taco meat, or chicken we have a 10-15 minute meal. Nachos can be …
Creamy Beefy Noodles, not a fancy name or a fancy dish. It is easy, quick, and comforting for a great weeknight dinner. Spice it up if you’d like, or keep it mild. Plus, this versatile one dish recipe can include as many vegetables or as …
Granny’s Jon Marzetti is a go-to weeknight dinner when we’re out of ideas or short on time. Easy, quick, and always tasty, it has been a favorite for years. It can be lightened up with more vegetables and spiced up with chilies, and it makes …
Beef Borscht is a classic Eastern European beet based soup. Made either with or without meat, this is a hearty soup with a sweet and tangy flavor. Just like our family favorite recipes, most families in Eastern Europe have their own take on this classic. …
