We all have certain foods, tastes and smells that take us back. There are so many foods that bring back smiles and memories for me. If there’s one meal (ok – there’s a whole slew of meals) that makes me think of my Polish Grandmom it would be stuffed peppers or stuffed cabbage. She made…
Dinner
Crockpot Sofrito Chicken
Years ago my crockpot was just another kitchen contraption collecting dust. Occasionally I’d throw a hunk of beef in there and make some stew, but for the most part the crockpot just wasn’t getting any love. The past few years I’ve really started embracing it’s convenience and enjoy trying new dishes in it. My Sofrito…
Oven Baked Chinese BBQ Chicken
Barbecue seemed to be the theme of the week at my house. First ribs, now oven baked BBQ chicken. It’s been a cold week – 10° or colder. That’s dreadfully cold and it only gets worse. California dreaming on such a winters day. Now I don’t venture outside any more than I have to during…
Dr. Pepper Ribs
I’ve seen a ton of Dr. Pepper and cola bbq recipes floating around for quite some time now. Honestly, I wasn’t the least bit interested in trying any of them out anytime soon. My husband, however, had other plans. He found a recipe for Dr. Pepper ribs “he wanted to make”. He bought ribs, the…
Pork and Sauerkraut Goulash / Szekelygulyas / Hungarian Goulash
This, without a doubt, will be one of the best sauerkraut or goulash dishes you’ve ever eaten. Delicious, melt in your mouth pork simmered all day with sauerkraut, paprika and veggies – finished with creamy sour cream – Oh my yum! This, without a doubt, will be one of the best sauerkraut dishes you’ve ever…
Asian Inspired Meatloaf
Meatloaf. As kids, it was a dreaded dinner for most, typically served with lumpy mashed potatoes and a mushy vegetable. It was many a moms last minute, throw it together dinner, made without much love. Blah. I’ve always had a soft spot for meatloaf. My mom made a mean one, wrapped in bacon – good,…
Mexican Style Rice
Rice is a staple in my home. It’s cheap, versatile, filling and delicious. Rice can be a side dish, a filler, a main course, a dessert – the possibilities are endless. The art of rice is learning how to cook it properly. There are different techniques for the taste and texture you are trying to…
Mustard Marinated Tender Beef Round Steak / Blade Steak
Beef prices have been absolutely outrageous lately! Out of control! Now, when it comes to beef, there’s nothing more I’d rather eat than a tender and succulent filet mignon. When the price is right, we buy a tenderloin, cut it down into 6 oz – 8 oz steaks and freeze them for an occasional treat…
BBQ Pork In The Oven
Get Smoky Pulled Pork without a smoker! Here’s how to make smoky flavored BBQ Pork in the oven! This post may contain affiliate links and/or Amazon affiliate links. As always, all opinions are my own. Thanks for reading & thanks for your support! America’s Love of BBQ Smoked Meats One things is for sure –…
Pasta Amatriciana / Bucatini all’ Amatriciana
We love all things pasta in my house. If it were up to my family, we’d be eating it just about every night. All things in moderation, of course. I try to limit pasta dinners to one night a week – and what a glorious night that is. Fresh bread, dipping oils, fresh cheeses and pasta…