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Sicilian Chicken Soup

Sicilian Chicken Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together a vibrant medley of vegetables and tender, shredded chicken, all simmered to perfection. This recipe is inspired by the rustic flavors of Sicily, featuring fresh ingredients like bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes, complemented by the aromatic blend of garlic and parsley. Perfect for […]

Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup mild salsa 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained 15 ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained 15 ounce can corn, drained 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes 3 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning, or store-bought 2 cups low sodium chicken broth 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts Optional toppings: cilantro, plain […]

Maple Caramel Bacon Crack Bites

Maple Caramel Bacon Crack Bites Ingredients 2 (15 count packages) frozen phyllo cups (30 total) 1 pound regular-cut bacon (any flavor/smoke preference), cut in half cross-wise 3/4 c brown sugar 1/2 c maple syrup (pancake or real maple syrup) Instructions Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet, with parchment paper. Lightly […]

Salsicce E Potatoes Al Forno (Oven Baked Sausages And Potatoes)

Ingredients: 8 Italian pork and fennel sausages 500g desiree potatoes, peeled, cut into 4cm cubes 3 tablespoons (60g) extra virgin olive oil  1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons rosemary, finely chopped 200g Italian peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano), roughly chopped Sea salt, freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200°C […]

Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup

Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup Ingredients 1 tablespoon oil 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup onion, diced 1 cup celery, diced 1 cup bell pepper, diced 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning 6 cups chicken broth […]

Homemade Mortadella

Ingredients: 8 oz boneless lean beef, cut into large cubes 8 oz lean pork, cut into large cubes 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 tsp garlic, minced 1/2 oz kosher salt 12 oz pork back fat, cut into large cubes 10 oz crushed ice + more for chilling 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 […]

Bolognese Lasagna

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons (½ stick) salted butter 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, cut into rough 1-inch pieces 1 medium celery stalk, cut into rough 1-inch pieces 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into rough 1-inch pieces 2 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes 1½ pounds boneless beef short ribs, cut into rough 1-inch […]

Lemon Raspberry Scones

Ingredients: Dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon sea salt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces ½ cup whole milk lemon yogurt (see notes*) 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (see notes**) Finish: heavy cream or half-and-half 1 […]

Ziti With Bolognese Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef and 1 lb. ground pork Olive oil Onion (chopped) Garlic (chopped) Grated carrot White wine Salt & pepper 2 cans plum tomatoes or 2 bottles home canned tomatoes Fresh basil Instructions: Brown meat in a bit of olive oil. Drain the liquid. Add more oil, chopped onion, garlic and grated […]

Caramel Brownies

Ingredients 1 (18 oz) box fudge brownie mix (like Duncan Hines) ¼ c water ½ c vegetable oil 2 large eggs ½ c + 2 tbsp (6 oz) sweetened condensed milk, divided 11 oz Caramel Bits, or wrapped caramels Chocolate chips (optional) Instructions Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Take a 9×9 inch baking dish […]