Chicken Tetrazzini
This hearty casserole of diced chicken, pasta and vegetables is baked in a creamy cheese sauce. Don’t let the Italian name fool you, this dish was actually invented by Ernest Arbogast, chef at the...
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Parsley Sage Rosemary and Thyme Stuffing
This oven baked stuffing recipe goes well with roast chicken. Cook it in the oven alongside your chicken and you have the perfect companion for a fall or winter meal. This past fall, I...
Lamb and Barley Scotch Broth
The fabled highlands of Scotland – rugged, misty and cool most of the year. After a day of boating on the loch or exploring medieval castles, there is nothing better to warm your insides...
Hungarian Beef Goulash
There are many variations of Goulash, whose origins are found in the hearty stew that was made by Hungarian cattle herders. As they drove their cattle to markets across eastern Europe, their recipe followed...
Turkey or Chicken Tetrazzini
This is one of my favourite ways to use up cooked turkey breast and often gets made the day after a big Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. This one dish wonder is packed with everything...
Festive Frittata
While traditional Italian frittata is skillet fried similar to an omelette, this version is baked in a shallow casserole dish. Since this recipe includes bread, baking allows time for the liquid to be absorbed....
Easy Shrimp Bisque
You’ve just asked your party guests to sit down for the main meal when you scan the appetizers and see that you have an uneaten shrimp ring and a partly eaten veggie platter. Before...
Hearty Minestrone
The first time I read an Italian-only menu, I noticed a category called minestre where various soups were listed. Later, I learned that Italian cuisine has zuppa, originating as a meager peasant’s ration of...
Ranchero Eggs
Hueveos Rancheros, as they are known in Spanish, is a perfect brunch dish for Mexican food lovers. You can either use small tortillas or Charras Tostadas as shown here. This dish provides a great...