Inspiring People to Cook Again
Roasted eggplant and chickpeas taste so great together. It can be served as a side dish or over rice or pasta as a main dish. It’s a great vegetarian recipe that also makes for a wonderful appetizer over crusty bread. See my “Cook’s Notes” below […]
Stuffed zucchini squash is a light, healthy Mediterranean dish that can be made with any type of ground meat. I prefer ground chicken because it does have some fat but if you want to go real lean, use ground turkey. It’s easy to prepare and […]
When fall and the holidays are approaching, I am drawn to savory dishes and comfort foods. This one fits the bill! Tarragon Chicken in a leek cream sauce is a rich dish that’s perfect for a cold night. Be sure to serve this […]
Chicken vegetable soup with chicken spinach meatballs, is a great healthy dish for a light dinner or lunch. I like to use ground chicken because it has great flavor and less fat than beef but any ground meat will work. You can also use ground […]
Baked Sausage and Peppers is an easy Italian dish because everything gets tossed into the pan and baked in the oven. You can also substitute turkey sausage for a lighter version or add sweet and hot peppers for a variety. This particular recipe is cooked […]
Chicken Marsala is one of my favorite chicken dishes. It’s a traditional Italian recipe and a comfort food I can’t live without. I love the mushrooms and the sweet taste of the wine along with the salty prosciutto. I’m sure everyone makes this dish his […]
Ricotta Spinach Pie is one of those treats that my Aunt Angelina or as we all call her “Aunt Jeanie” makes. It’s an easy vegetarian dish that even the kids will love. Store bought pie crust like Pillsbury makes it easy for anyone to make. […]
Meatballs – A Homemade Italian Meatball Recipe for Spaghetti and Meatballs. Spaghetti and Meatballs are an all time favorite and synonymous with Italian food. You don’t have to be Italian to make good homemade meatballs, because I’m going to tell you my family secret recipe. […]