Tinga de Pollo

Tinga de Pollo is more than just a chicken dish — it’s a story simmered in smoky chipotle, sweet onions, and the bright tang of ripe tomatoes. Originating from Puebla, Mexico, this beloved comfort food embodies the heart of traditional…

Perfectly Fried Pickles

Ingredients 16 ounces, Dill Pickle Chips ½ cup Flour, self-rising ¼ cup Corn Starch ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper 1 tsp Garlic Powder 1 tsp Onion Powder 1 tsp Sugar 1/2 cup Cold Beer 1 quart Vegetable Oil Instructions…

Cream Italian Cake

Delight in the rich flavors and creamy texture of Cream Italian Cake, a decadent treat that blends the simplicity of white cake with the indulgence of coconut and pecans. This dessert is a fusion of moist layers filled and frosted with a…

Chicken Marsala

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts, about 2 pounds total ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more for seasoning ¾ teaspoon black pepper, divided, plus more for seasoning ¼ cup olive oil 2…

Chicken and Stars Soup (No Chicken Meat)

Chicken and Stars Soup (No Chicken Meat) Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 clove garlic ⅓ cup carrot, shredded or tiny diced ⅓ cup celery tiny diced or thinly sliced 4 cups chicken stock (see note for veg version) 2…

Oatmeal Cranberry Pecan Cookies

Ingredients 1 egg 1/4 cup butter (1/2 cup stick) 6 tablespoons oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup hot water 1 cup oats 1 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 6 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2…

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients: 12 ounces dried spaghetti or other long, thin pasta 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 5 large garlic cloves minced 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or more 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and…

Garlic Chili Shrimp with Smoked Paprika

Garlic Chili Shrimp with Smoked Paprika Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 tsp chili flakes (less if really hot) 4 large…

Pork And Bean Soup

Ingredients 1 lb ground pork 2 anaheim chilis (or poblano peppers--groceries often seem to get these confused), seeded with ribs removed, diced 1 sweet onion, diced 3 cups chicken stock 1 can white beans, rinsed and drained…