Mashed potatoes are my favorite food in the world. I could eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nothing beats a creamy, smooth, melt in our mouth spoonful of mashed potatoes. I don’t want lumps or under cooked bits of … Continue reading
I didn’t eat much Turkey on Thanksgiving because my dad is severely allergic to turkey but I did roast a turkey my junior year of college. My best friends, Steven and Amanda were roped into my Thanksgiving madness and went … Continue reading
Are you looking for a vegetable side dish for your Thanksgiving feast? Look no further, because we have a great recipe: creamed onions. Creamy, cheesy, and topped with bread crumbs. These vegetables are sure to be a hit at your … Continue reading
Stephen and I both woke up with colds so we are moving pretty slow and really want some comfort food. Turkey meatballs with buttered noodles are a quick and easy meal that I make when things get out of hand … Continue reading
This simple soup is perfect for cold, winter nights. It keeps you full and doesn’t take a lot of time or attention. Sometimes simply, hearty food is better than the fanciest foodie fad. On a cold night this soup pairs … Continue reading
When Fred K. Schmidt created the Hot Brown, sliced roast turkey was a rarity, as turkey was usually reserved for holiday feasts. The original Hot Brown included the sliced turkey on an open-faced white toast sandwich, with Mornay sauce covering … Continue reading
Tired of the same old, bland, boring soup? Spice things up with this healthy curry cauliflower soup. This is also an excellent vegetarian dish to make anytime. Curry Cauliflower Soup Makes 8 cups 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups … Continue reading
Sometimes I find soup to be a bit boring. I want it to be healthy, filling and heartwarming but most soups fall short. To spice things up on these cold Minnesota nights I make Jamaican Jerk Soup. It’s spicy, fresh … Continue reading
Kreatopita is a Greek meat pie made with ground beef wrapped in sheets of phyllo dough. This Greek classic gets a fancy twist when made with beef tenderloin. It is an elegant dish that I love to serve for guests … Continue reading
This easy chicken dish goes well over potatoes and is paired nicely with a spinach salad. This traditional Ukrainian dish gets an update with the addition of spices. Ukrainian Chicken Serves 4 – 6 1/4 cup margarine (not butter, it … Continue reading
The Great American Feast 