Easy Pancakes

Description This recipe doesn’t require much thought early in the morning, and tastes great! Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons white sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Instructions In a large bowl mix flour sugar baking powder and salt. Make a well … Read more

Old Fashioned Onion Rings

Description This is an actual recipe from a former employee of a popular drive-in restaurant. Crispy coated onion rings like the pro’s make! Ingredients 1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup milk, or as needed ¾ cup dry bread crumbs … Read more

Roasted Potatoes and Onions – Easy and Delicious

Description If you are sick and tired of mash potatoes, fries, chips and all the other ways potatoes are prepared but don’t have the time for a complicated roasted vegetables dish than this is an easy and flavorful way to get ‘er done. Ingredients 2 pounds potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick pieces 1 onion, halved and … Read more

Pan-Fried Asparagus

Description This garlic asparagus dish is a Northern Italian side dish. My family loves it! Even the kids! Ingredients ¼ cup butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon coarse salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed Instructions Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir … Read more

Chef John’s Italian Meatballs

Description Homemade meatballs are a very easy to make, and since we skip the very messy step of pan-frying these before they hit the sauce, it becomes downright simple. Here I use a standard half-beef/half-pork mixture. You can substitute water or beef broth for the milk, if preferred. Ingredients ⅓ cup plain bread crumbs ½ … Read more

Marinated Tuna Steak

Description This mixture of orange juice, soy sauce, and garlic gives this marinade a wonderful taste. Ingredients ¼ cup orange juice ¼ cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, minced ½ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 4 (4 ounce) … Read more

Bread Pudding II

Description My family LOVES bread pudding, and this recipe is one that I have fine tuned to their taste. I have to double this recipe, and bake it in a 9×13 inch pan for my family! It’s great for breakfast or dessert and is delicious with milk poured on top! Enjoy! Ingredients 6 slices day-old … Read more

Mexican Rice II

Description This is a wonderful side dish for any Mexican dinner. Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice 1 teaspoon garlic salt ½ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ cup chopped onion ½ cup tomato sauce 2 cups chicken broth Instructions Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add rice. Cook … Read more

Balsamic Bruschetta

Description Simple appetizer – the balsamic vinegar gives it a little kick. Best if the mixture has 1 or 2 hours to blend flavors before serving. Ingredients 8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced ⅓ cup chopped fresh basil ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon olive oil ¼ … Read more

Roasted Vegetables

Description A casserole dish of seasonal vegetables that is so easy to prepare. It can be made a day ahead – just reheat before serving. Lemon juice can be substituted for balsamic vinegar, and you can use baking potatoes if you don’t have any Yukon Golds on hand. Ingredients 1 small butternut squash, cubed 2 … Read more