Potato Leek Soup is an Irish favorite. It is just what you need on these cold nights when old man winter still refuses to release you from his icy clutches. Making this soup is so easy. You only need about 30 minutes. The ingredients are simple: butter, leeks, potatoes, salt, pepper and stock (vegetable or chicken)….
Main Dishes
This section offers a wide array of dishes, some not overly healthy. They one thing they all have in common, is that for the most part they are easy to make and very tasty.
Dublin Coddle- Irish stew
Dublin Coddle? Aah, a most delicious hearty Irish dish of sausages and vegetables that will warm your heart and your stomach all at once. A funny name? Yes, maybe. But before I go into the particulars about this post, I will share a funny Dublin story with you. You might be wondering about the colorful…
Lamb Stew with Rose Water
Lamb Stew infused with rose water It’s one of those dishes whose ethnicity is hard to pin down. Is it Indian, Turkish, Middle Eastern? All of these ethnic groups have recipes with rosewater. Oh well, it really doesn’t matter. For the sake of categorizing, I am saying this is Middle Eastern food. It has a…
Easy Chicken Shawarma
Chicken Shawarma is a traditional Middle Eastern favorite consisting of thinly sliced spiced lamb that has been marinated. It is cooked on a rotating spit, then served on pita bread with tomatoes and onions.This is a good time to tell you that I will not be preparing my Shawarma on a rotating spit. I don’t…
Salmon Quiche
Quiche! So many possibilities, so little time. Today’s post: Salmon quiche! The French are famous for their fabulous quiche. What could be easier than throwing together a handful of fresh yummy ingredients, covering them in an egg custard and baking everything to golden perfection? Nothing, I think. Wait, quiche is German?! Although quiche is considered…
Frico – Italian Potato Pie
Frico? So, what exactly is Frico? Simply put, sliced potatoes tossed with olive oil, onions and Parmesan cheese. So humble, yet so delicious! It reminds me a little bit of the Spanish dish Tortilla Espanola without the eggs. A rustic treat According to one of my Italian friends Frico is Italian rustic cuisine at its…
Sweet Onion Quiche: Zwiebelkuchen
Sweet onion quiche or Zwiebelkuchen is a typical German pastry, that was given to me by my friend Angela. I told her I would give her a shout out, and she agreed to share this simple yet delicious recipe with me. Angela brought this delightful dish to my house for a party. One bite and…
Arroz con Pollo – Hispanic Chicken and Rice
Arroz con pollo is to Hispanics what meatloaf and mashed potatoes is to Americans. It is the ultimate comfort food. It’s healthy too. I think I can state with certainty that arroz con pollo is Latin America’s most popular dish. It is mine, for sure. Every country in Latin America has its own special way…
Rice, Black Beans and Pork Chops – The Latin Meal: Chuletas
Rice, Black Beans and Pork Chops: a typical Latin American or Caribbean meal that is rich in flavors, and also nutritious. This is by far one of my favorite comfort foods. The Spanish word for pork chops is “chuletas.” My husband, just to kid around pronounces it “shoo letha”, which he says sounds like shoe leather! He…
Cuban Vaca Frita – Latin Style Flank Steak
Vaca Frita! Fried Cow? Holy Cow!! Vaca Frita, a dish made with flank steak, was brought to the United States by the Cuban immigrants. Its rich flavors and funky name has made it a favorite of Americans, especially in Miami and other southern cities that host a large Cuban population. A diverse cuisine Cuban food…
Panamanian Beef Stew Recipe
Panamanian beef stew, made with natural ingredients, is simply delicious. It’s your tried and true comfort food beef stew with a Latin American twist! Learn how to make this stew with homemade sofrito and recaito for an spicy authentic flavor. The dish also reheats well for a quick meal. Panamanian beef stew is a humble,…
Steak au Poivre Recipe and How to Make a Pan Sauce Tutorial
Steak au Poirve is classic French recipe that creates a fantastic pan sauce in typical French style. Fresh ground black pepper, cream and beef tenderloin come together and cooked to perfection. Learn how make a pan sauce for chicken, shrimp, scallops and fish with a tutorial on this sauce technique. Delicious! My family’s all time…
