Pork Stir-Fry with Noodles (Lo Mein)
For a lo mein recipe with chewy noodles tossed in a salty-sweet sauce and accented with bits of smoky pork and still-crisp cabbage, we seared strips of meat from country-style pork ribs over high heat, adding liquid smoke for barbecue flavor. We used our meat marinade as a sauce base, with a little chicken broth […]
Baked Ziti with Sausage and Béchamel
A delicious and easy pasta casserole to make for a crowd! Topped with our 5 minute Bechamel Sauce and using store bought Marinara it comes together quickly and can be made ahead of time!
Pasta alla Norcina (Creamy Pasta With Sausage)
The Umbrian town of Norcia is famous for its pork, and it has a rich tradition of sausage- and salumi-making. Unlike "Italian" sausage commonly available in the States, the salsiccia di Norcia used in pasta alla norcina isn't seasoned with intensely aromatic fennel seeds or red pepper flakes. It's a milder sausage, made with […]
Baked Boursin Soup
This soup uses a block of Boursin to make the creamiest, most flavoursome soup imaginable! This is essentially a delicious roasted tomato and red pepper soup, with Boursin and a few other goodies added. The Boursin does a lot of the heavy lifting both in terms of texture and flavour though, so I feel […]
Chicken Francese
This is an Italian-American beauty that is never going to leave your rotations. It’s one of those dinners that is quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner, but still fancy and delicious enough to serve for company.
Balsamic Glazed Green Beans with Cranberries and Almonds
These delicious Balsamic Glazed Green Beans make the perfect side dish for any meal, whether it’s a holiday or a busy weeknight dinner. Since they take no time to make, I always make them when I entertain. They can be ready in 15 minutes! I love the sliced almonds and dried cranberries in here too. […]
Thai Red Curry Noodles
These Thai Red Curry Noodles pack a punch with bold flavours, creamy coconut milk, and a little zing from lime. The rich curry paste and fragrant ginger bring depth to the dish, while the crunchy sugar snap peas and peanuts add texture. It’s quick, vibrant, and a total crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re craving comfort or spice, […]
Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes
Polenta e schie, a specialty of Venice, Italy, is polenta topped with tiny local shrimp called schie. The dish typically is a minimalist, sauce-free marriage of corn and crustacean, but Michela Tasca, owner of Ca’ de Memi farm and bed and breakfast in Piombino Dese, just north of Venice, taught us a version in which […]
Country Style White Gravy
In a matter of minutes, you can whip up white gravy in a saucepan for the perfect creamy, savory topping for your favorite dishes. This basic sauce is prepared with ingredients you likely already have on hand: bacon grease, flour, milk, salt, and pepper. For a bit of heat, a pinch of cayenne can […]
Martha’s One Pan Assassins Pasta
A few years ago this recipe became a viral hit with over 10 million views. It has stood the test of time and I want to introduce you to an updated version that is feisty and fierce, the is Martha’s One Pan Assassins Pasta. The spicy, rich ‘nduja melts into the oil, infusing the sauce […]
Pasta with Lamb and Mint-Pistachio Pesto
A pesto made with lots of cool mint, sharp Pecorino, bright lemon, and creamy pistachios balanced the pasta, lamb, and sweet peas.
Breakfast Sausage Patties
Turning a tough cut of pork into snappy, succulent sausage is easier than you’d think, and having a batch on hand can be any cook’s secret weapon. Fresh bulk sausage is nothing more than salted and seasoned meat that you grind and vigorously mix, and making a good batch is simple if you adhere to […]
California Pizza Kitchen Original BBQ Chicken Pizza
Introduced in our first restaurant in 1985 with barbecued chicken, sliced red onion, cilantro, and smoked Gouda cheese.California Pizza Kitchen offers dozens of unique pizza creations that reflect the current trends in dining. When Cajun food was in style, the Cajun chicken pizza was a top seller; today that item has been replaced with […]
Pan Seared Steak Smoky Miso Butter Watercress Salad
In this recipe, big bold flavor is introduced only after cooking—we dot the just-cooked steaks with a compound butter made by mashing softened butter with miso, dry mustard and smoked paprika. As the meat rests, the juices mingle with the melting butter, creating a luscious, umami-rich sauce. Rather than serve the steaks as large hunks […]
Roast Chicken with Herb Gnocchi and White Wine Sauce
This dish is all about crispy, juicy chicken and gnocchi that’s golden and slightly crispy on the outside, with a creamy, herb-packed sauce that brings it all together. The beauty of this recipe is how simple ingredients transform into a comforting, restaurant-worthy meal in just 30 minutes. The air fryer makes the chicken a breeze, […]
Fluffy Cornmeal Pancakes
Getting the height and lightness of traditional pancakes with the more robust flavor and texture of cornmeal pancakes is tougher than it seems. Coarsely ground cornmeal can be sandy, and lacks the gluten necessary to support a fluffy internal structure. We found that we could use more cornmeal without getting too much grit by heating […]