This Quick Crusty Bread is everything that you would want in a homemade bread! The golden brown crust is delicious and crispy, and the crumbs are light and airy. Best of all, there is no kneading, and no need for a mixer! Four simple ingredients are briefly combined and left alone over the counter top…
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EASY CHEESY GARLIC BREAD
You have a big Italian dinner planned and you have slaved over the stove for hours just to prepare the sauce from scratch, or have used your favorite store-bought sauce. At least you won’t have to fuss over this Easy Cheesy Garlic Bread. It is effortless and delicious; it is crispy on the outside…
OLIVE OIL DIP WITH FRESH HERBS
Olive Oil Dip with Fresh Herbs is easy to make and it’s one of the best starters for many meals, but it certainly is a must before indulging in an Italian meal! Whenever we go to our favorite Italian restaurant, I can’t wait to dip chunks of their warm crusty Italian bread in a bowl…
RED CABBAGE JICAMA SALAD
Red Cabbage Jicama Salad, topped with oven blistered tomatoes is quick and simple to prepare. It is a lovely salad by itself with a crusty bread, but it also makes a delicious and healthy side dish for barbecued or broiled meat recipes. The peppery flavor of red cabbage pairs nicely with the crunchy sweetness of…
TOMATO BASIL SOUP
This Tomato Basil soup is all about flavor and substance. Fresh vegetables, an apple and a small amount of Orzo pasta give this soup a lot of flavor and a thicker consistency that makes it deliciouse and satisfying. If you’re a fan of heavy cream you may add a small amount at the end, but this…
TANDIR AASHI تندیر آشی | GARBANZO POTAGE
The recipe for this hearty Garbanzo Bean (chickpea) Potage (Pottage) or Tandir Aashi is from my home town of Tabriz in Eastern Azerbaijan, Iran. The word Tandir is Azeri for Tandoor oven, and Aashi means Aash in Azeri, which describes many thick soups in Azeri/Persian cuisine. This particular aash is thicker than most and is cooked…
SOUP JO سوپ جو | CREAM OF BARLEY SOUP
Soup Jo is Cream of Barley Soup. It is very wholesome and satisfying and perfect for this time of year. It has the barley (jo) goodness combined with fresh ingredients. It is very healthy, thick and creamy without using any heavy cream. The secret is in the simple white sauce (bechamel sauce) that is made with…
EGGS AND RED BEAN SALAD
This Egg and Bean salad is a perfect lunch salad that is very healthy and easy to put together. With a little planning you can have the ingredients ready in your refrigerator ahead of time and just toss them together for a quick and nutritious lunch. The Egg and Bean Salad is loaded with…
JAMBON SANDWICH
This is a hot Jambon Sandwich that is made with layers of pan seared Jambon, spicy pickles and an assortment of condiments of your choice on a crusty baguette. I want to introduce you to a different, less common variety of ham, Jambon. It is a fully cooked French smoked ham, also called French prosciutto, that…
BLACK and RED BEAN CHILI
The cold November winds outside welcome a hot bowl of this Black and Red Bean Chili today. It is a wholesome and hearty meal with all fresh ingredients and a homemade spice blend. When you take the extra step to cook from scratch you are rewarded with great taste and satisfied customers around your…