Banana Fritters
These banana filled pillows of goodness are the perfect snack for any time of day! Imagine a funnel cake with a light crispy outside and soft tender inside now add the sweet fruity taste of bananas, that’s what you’ll get with these delicious banana fritters! Enjoy!
Shrimp Creole
This is a dish that hits home on so many levels. I am from Louisiana and love all the different styles of food that our state has to offer. Shrimp creole is a dish that my mom and aunt used to make quite often when I was a child growing up. We grew up eating...
Cajun Shrimp and Salmon in a Creamy Alfredo Sauce
This creamy base of this dish can be used in a variety of recipes. Anything from creamy chicken and veggies, to creamed soups and scalloped dishes, this recipe is surely a winner.
Cilantro Creole Chicken and Rice
Cuisine: African, American, Creole, Eastern European, German
Love the deep soul flavor of your grandma’s Creole chicken? Love fresh? Here’s grandma’s Creole Chicken with a twist of freshness? Soul with fresh, or as I state it “fresh soul” it’s the new trend for those willing to try (yes my kids roll their eyes when I told them that joke as well.) However,...
Fresh Apple Cake
This cake became a favorite of mine to make when I lived in upstate NY 2005-2009. The fall apple harvest gave me so many apple options that I’d mix and match different types of apples which always made this cake different. I’ve had a lot of fun making it over the years.
Ham and Spinach Souffle
Delicious as breakfast, brunch or supper
Potato Love Letters
These are a great side dish that can go with any main course. Here they’re pictured with Portuguese Pork Roast
Crepes
Get creative with these, use a teaspoon of an extract to switch up the flavor, top with different fruits, add a filling. This is just a base recipe, what you do with it is entirely up to you. I used baker’s measures so you’ll need a scale to measure this out. Prep time below includes...
Pancakes
Play with these, get creative 🙂 Add chocolate chips, blueberries, bananas, change up the extract, instead of vanilla or almond, go for cinnamon, banana, orange, add a little cinnamon to the batter .. have fun with these!!!
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
These are super lemony 🙂 I used baker’s measures so you’ll need a scale
Biscuits’n’Gravy
These are a normal weekend breakfast around here 🙂 I used baker’s measure for the biscuits so y’all are gonna need a scale.
Puff Pastry
Puff pastry has so many uses for many baked goods. A few of the many things you can do with this are Beef Wellington, Parmesan Twists, Stuffed Hand Pies, Cinnamon Rolls, Croissants, Pot Pies, and the list goes on. One of the things I do often with it is these Apple Roses, which I also...
Pinwheels
These are a yummy and rich breakfast, snack or dessert item. Use my puff pastry recipe to make these from scratch. Get creative with these, you can fill their centers with so much.
French Bread
Use this loaf for whatever your heart desires. I used both standard and baker’s measures so you can use a scale
Watermelon Sorbet
This cool and refreshing watermelon sorbet is the perfect summer time treat for the whole family! And the best part is…you don’t even need an ice cream maker! It’s super easy to make and only needs a few simple ingredients! Enjoy!
Lemon Sherbet
This light and tangy frozen treat is perfect for those hot summer days! You can serve this sweet and creamy dessert as a refreshing snack any time of day or night! This lemon sherbet is so easy to make and you don’t need an ice cream machine! You can use the “still freeze” method by...
Moo Goo Gai Pan (Chicken)
Per Wikipedia – Moo goo gai pan is the Americanized version of a Cantonese dish, usually a simple stir-fried dish consisting of sliced or cubed chicken with white button mushrooms and other vegetables. Popular vegetable additions include bok choy, snow peas, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and Chinese cabbage. This is my Nana’s version. Being Portuguese,...
Pepper Steak
Pepper steak was one of the dishes that I would often order at the local Chinese restaurants. It was always one of my favorites as a child. I can remember going out to eat and always ordering it. I remember it coming with a side of brown rice, egg roll, and a fortune cookie. I...
Caramel Egg Custard Cake
Gorgeous Filipino dessert with my mother’s Leche flan recipe and a chiffon cake base.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Cups
Cuisine: Asian
This recipe is great because you can adjust it to any dietary need. You can replace the chicken with tofu or a good hearty mushroom. You can use liquid aminos instead of soy sauce to cut back on your sodium and it doesn’t contain gluten. The lettuce cups make for a fun hands on eating...
Pistachio Cake
I have fun with this recipe and instead of using a whole cake I made a small bundt with the filling and sprinkled some pistachio nuts on top, I don’t like it myself but the texture on the cake is amazing. Notes: This recipe also makes about 24 cupcakes, bake them for 17 to 20...
Tropical Caribbean Pork Chops
Kick back, put your sunglasses on and enjoy a taste of the islands! This recipe is what we Floridians call Floribbean flavors. It combines traditional fried pork chops with a strong island influence and hint of Asian flare. Tangy, sweet and salty with a hint of heat. It’s all there! Served here over a bed...
Teriyaki Steak
This dish is definitely a crowd-pleaser. Easy to make, this recipe will have your family coming back for seconds (I know mine sure did). I kept it simple with the meat and rice but you could easily add some vegetables like carrots or broccoli to make this dish fit your family’s tastebuds! This is something...
Strawberry-Peach with Pineapple
Category: Dessert, Snack, Vegetarian
A blast of the Tropics will envelop your mouth and wake up your taste buds, with this sweet, refreshing summer treat! The familiar flavors of strawberry and peach, coupled with the tang of one of my favorite tropical fruits, the pineapple! This will look beautiful, served in glass dishes, with a pineapple reduction sauce, drizzled...
Caribbean Jerk Chicken w/Collards, Jamaican Peas, and Rice and Plantains
This dish is very near and dear to my heart. It was one of the first I tried as a home cook and am still very open to perfect at all costs. This dish is what I used as a gateway to open my kids up to try new things.
Sweet and Spicy Caribbean Slaw
Add some flair to this American classic with a hint of spice and some tropical fruit. This is a very simple recipe with amazing flavors! Pairs well with any grilled protein or served on top of a burger or hot dog. Give it a try. It will change the way you think about coleslaw!
Tropical Caribbean Pork Chops
Kick back, put your sunglasses on and enjoy a taste of the islands! This recipe is what we Floridians call Floribbean flavors. It combines traditional fried pork chops with a strong island influence and hint of Asian flare. Tangy, sweet and salty with a hint of heat. It’s all there! Served here over a bed...
Coconut Sticky Rice
Great side dish for any tropical protein. Also pairs well with mango and coconut cream served as a dessert.
Chicken with Curry Sauce and White Sweet Potatoes
This dish may not be the most visually appealing but it definitely does the job when it comes to flavor. I used chicken thighs, white sweet potatoes, and turnips! Great curry sauce with the perfect hint of sweetness from the sweet potatoes.
Cubano Snack Spread (Next Level Ham and Cheese Spread)
For this recipe, I was making Cubano sandwiches. I always smoke my ham just because you can do so much with it. Once smoked, I cut a portion off and grated it up for this recipe. I also did the same with a roasted Mojo Pork shoulder. Ham and cheese elevated to an entirely different...
Honey Sesame Chicken
quick Asian favorite – chicken, asparagus, tomatoes and broccoli together make for a healthy and vibrantly colored meal on your plate
Nana’s Pepper Steak
This was a childhood favorite and is till this very day. I make it throughout the year but it’s an absolute MUST HAVE on my birthday every year. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Chicken Chop Suey
This was a neighbor’s recipe that I’ve doinked with
Chinese Lemon Chicken
Pictured here with Fried Rice. This chicken dish is sweet and tangy, it’s quite refreshing.
Fried Rice
Pictured here with Chinese Lemon Chicken This rice is an awesome side dish and I often make it as a meal within itself.
Chicken Noodle Casserole
This one was in the book but was never made. This was an interesting experience for me. The crunch of the nuts and the thin crispy chow mein noodles along with those that softened upon getting into the soup mixture was a bit of a mind game when they hit the tongue. It was really...
Beef Tomato Fried Rice
This is good as a side dish to an oriental meal or by itself as a meal.
Moo Goo Gai Pan (Chicken)
Per Wikipedia – Moo goo gai pan is the Americanized version of a Cantonese dish, usually a simple stir-fried dish consisting of sliced or cubed chicken with white button mushrooms and other vegetables. Popular vegetable additions include bok choy, snow peas, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and Chinese cabbage. This is my Nana’s version. Being Portuguese,...
Pepper Steak
Pepper steak was one of the dishes that I would often order at the local Chinese restaurants. It was always one of my favorites as a child. I can remember going out to eat and always ordering it. I remember it coming with a side of brown rice, egg roll, and a fortune cookie. I...
Southern Chow Chow
Chow chow is a relish made from green tomatoes, onions, cabbage, and bell peppers. It was started as a way to utilize those unripened tomatoes after frost started. Chow chow is sometimes confused with piccalilli which is another style of relish but with more of a variety of vegetables. It is suggested chow-chow originates from...
Creole Chicken and Andouille Sausage with Okra
Chicken with a kick! This recipe is bursting with Louisiana low-country flavor. You control the heat by adding more or less of the spice blend. Be a little daring, you won’t be disappointed!
Creole Chicken
Creole Chicken is a spicy supper waiting to make your tastebuds dance. It’s fairly quick and very easy to make.
Veal with Creole Boiled Potato Soup
I loved this pair. The subtle savory veal cutlet pairs very well with the kicking spicy creole soup. This dish takes a little time to cook but is definitely worth it!
Cilantro Creole Chicken and Rice
Cuisine: African, American, Creole, Eastern European, German
Love the deep soul flavor of your grandma’s Creole chicken? Love fresh? Here’s grandma’s Creole Chicken with a twist of freshness? Soul with fresh, or as I state it “fresh soul” it’s the new trend for those willing to try (yes my kids roll their eyes when I told them that joke as well.) However,...
Beet Borscht
This healthy, wholesome Beet Borscht is the perfect combination of sweet and sour with a slight tang!! It’s bursting with color. A bit of ginger and lemongrass boost the aromatics and makes it just as pleasing to your nose as it is to your taste buds! Enjoy as a side or meal. Make, enjoy, love!
Lamb Scotch Broth
A delicate lamb with a hearty delicious soup.
Musaka
Category: Supper, Vegan, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Eastern European, Turkish
This eggplant dish is hearty and comforting. It can easily be made as a vegan or vegetarian option. There are many variations of this dish, such as using potatoes in place of the eggplant.
Lamb Chops
Cuisine: American, Eastern European, French, Italian
Ever tried lamb before? Me neither! However, I will be making this a staple in my house! Be prepared to take cooking to a different level! Tender beyond anything you can think and minus a little marinade time super quick! The family will enjoy and more so you will be the new superhero in the...
Peas, Rice, Ham and Cheese Salad
This hearty salad is sure to please. Enjoy it for lunch, supper or even as a snack. It has a nice texture and flavor balance of salty, sweet, creamy, crunchy and finished with the all powerful creamy garlic dressing. This salad packs a punch served all alone or even as a side. This was my...
Cilantro Creole Chicken and Rice
Cuisine: African, American, Creole, Eastern European, German
Love the deep soul flavor of your grandma’s Creole chicken? Love fresh? Here’s grandma’s Creole Chicken with a twist of freshness? Soul with fresh, or as I state it “fresh soul” it’s the new trend for those willing to try (yes my kids roll their eyes when I told them that joke as well.) However,...
Flank Steak Bordelaise
Cuisine: American, Eastern European, French
Imagine taking a bite of a perfectly seasoned steak with so much flavor that you never want to stop chewing. Well, now take a sauce that is so good you will mistake it for your new favorite drink. Combine both the sauce and the steak and you have a perfect dinner. Throw in some veggies...
Chaussons aux Pommes (French Apple Turnovers)
Chausson means slipper in French and these little apple slippers are absolutely delightful. Use my puff pastry recipe to make them from scratch. Ingredients use baker’s measure so you’ll need a scale.
Caramelized Custard
Creme caramel, flan, caramel custard, or caramel pudding is a custard dessert with a layer of clear caramel sauce, very similar to creme brulee which is custard with a hard caramel layer on top! Amaze your friends and family with this simple yet elegant custard dessert! There are two very easy options you can use...
Oreo Truffles
These Oreo truffles are the perfect treat for any event. It only takes 3 to 4 ingredients depending on if you’re going to use one kind of chocolate or two. They are so easy to make and I took it one step further and took the filling of the Oreos and put it in the...
Lamb and Zucchini
This is a little, well, BIG spin on the classic chicken and zucchini. I substituted chicken with lamb chops and added my twist on “Ratatouille” style zucchini. This dish looks complicated but is nothing of the sort. I love the color, savoriness and ease of the dish.
Chocolate Mousse
Do you have a special occasion approaching? Maybe it’s just “one of those days”, and you need CHOCOLATE in your life! Whatever the occasion, this will fit right in! Whether you choose to dress it up, or down, this silky smooth, cool and lovely, mousse is incredible. For a more elegant presentation, serve as a...
Maple Macadamia Nut Parfait w/ Maple-Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Parfaits are quick, easy, and visually appealing. Finish the evening and impress guests with this easy maple parfait. It is quick and easy to prepare ahead of time and thrown together at the last minute if desired. Change it up with your own mix and match of nuts and fruit. Maple syrup never looked so...
Lamb Chops
Cuisine: American, Eastern European, French, Italian
Ever tried lamb before? Me neither! However, I will be making this a staple in my house! Be prepared to take cooking to a different level! Tender beyond anything you can think and minus a little marinade time super quick! The family will enjoy and more so you will be the new superhero in the...
Clam Poulette
A poulette is a velouté sauce with added egg yolk. This particular poulette incorporates clams and their liquid. It is a lovely sauce to pour over vegetables or a buttered pasta.
Maple Nutmeg Butter
This creamy delight will certainly bring a high level of satisfaction to anything you care to explore. The beauty of the flavor balance between nutmeg and maple is remarkable. It takes me to my childhood, and to holidays filled with joy. For those long cold winter nights, try this nice and warm adult beverage. Add...
Cinnamon Maple Butter
It is impossible to not relish in the superior flavors of butter, maple syrup and cinnamon. Whipped to perfection, they marry right before your eyes. This butter is so versatile, it can be added to a sweet potato, or used to make a streusel that will top ice cream or your favorite cake. Bake on...
German Potato Salad
When you’re not in the mood for mayonnaise, this is the way to go. It’s a little tart and a whole lot of good.
Caramelized Custard 2
Want a dessert that looks expensive? Don’t want to pay for an expensive dessert, this caramelized custard is where it’s at! Smooth and Creamy with just a hint of sweet. Great to make for any occasion! You will not be disappointed.
Blitz Torte
This recipe was a little difficult to complete but I am glad to have made it. It was an awesome opportunity and I thought it came out beautifully.
Almond Pound Cake
Buttery sweet deliciousness
Schnitzel Tacos
This recipe is a twist off of a Milanese veal steak. I switched to a more classic Schnitzel using pork chops but veal steak will also work making them Wiener Schnitzel Tacos. Did you know Wiener Schnitzel has been dated all the way back to the 19th century and originates from Austria but was made...
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
At first, this was supposed to be an apple cake, but I decided to do cupcakes instead, because when I bake I take my treats to my husband’s work, so it’s much easier to make cupcakes than a cake. They give me feedback on what was wrong or what is good about them. They are...
Veal Goulash
I love mushrooms and onions. So when I read this recipe I was excited to try it. I have never had veal before and I think it turned out delicious. I made beef flavored rice to go with my goulash. It can be served be itself with a side of bread or as a meat...
Cilantro Creole Chicken and Rice
Cuisine: African, American, Creole, Eastern European, German
Love the deep soul flavor of your grandma’s Creole chicken? Love fresh? Here’s grandma’s Creole Chicken with a twist of freshness? Soul with fresh, or as I state it “fresh soul” it’s the new trend for those willing to try (yes my kids roll their eyes when I told them that joke as well.) However,...
Hawaiian Chicken
quick meal to make you feel like you’re in the islands
Grilled Beef Polynesian Style
A little grilled taste of the islands on a summer’s day. I love this because it’s quick, easy and the pineapple is refreshing. I serve it over a bed of rice and use the remaining marinade as a sauce to pour over the top.
Chocolate Haupia Pie
Here in Hawai’i we enjoy a traditional dessert called Haupia, which is basically sweet coconut pudding. Well today I’d like to share a traditional recipe with a modern day twist! The steps are simple and the best part is you don’t need an oven! The buttery-sweet crust is filled with a creamy haupia and chocolatey...
Chicken Teriyaki
Chicken teriyaki is a Japanese dish made with sake and mirin. I decided to add a little Hawaiian influence and make this a little more family friendly. This dish is savory with just a touch of sweetness. I served with white rice. It can also be served with riced cauliflower for a low carb substitute....
Pineapple Bundt Cake
Pineapple Bundt Cake is rich, fruity, and delicious. It is wonderful alone or you can serve with fresh pineapple and chantilly cream. If you prefer a more tropical fare, add pineapple glaze and a sprinkle of toasted coconut too! This is a beautiful bundt cake that is easily adapted to other flavors and should be...
Murgh Kari (Indian Chicken Curry)
At the end of my culinary studies I did a brief externship with Melinda’s Heaven. The owner asked for an article on the curries of Asia and for an original recipe. I so loved the variances that I came up with 3. This is one of those recipes. The article can be found at https://goodeatsgreatmemories.com/2019/09/15/curry-of-the-asian-continent/
Lamb and Fruit Kabobs
These are a wonderfully fresh supper for hot summer nights. Low calorie turkey and lots of fruit cooked on the grill with a curry sauce made from butter, pineapple juice, brown sugar and curry powder.
Garlic Naan Bread
When I was making the Turkish Lamb Pilaf dish, I wanted to make it a full meal. So I wanted to make some bread that was native to the area. This bread is a really good bread recipe that is amazing with flavor. I enjoy making bread so that is another reason I decided to...
Kashmiri Rice
This dish was absolutely delicious. I am not a huge fan of many rice dishes, but this recipe is easy and definitely worth a try.
Tabouleh
This stuff makes me so happy. Simple, savory, healthy, and so yum. Bulgar wheat can be found raw or processed. Raw takes longer, obviously, so plan for that if you decide to use it. Otherwise, there isn’t a whole lot to say about this one, other than have fun with it!!! Great as a side...
Chicken (Veal) Piccata
I won’t touch veal because I know where it comes from. Any time a recipe calls for veal, I use chicken. Chicken is also a much less expensive cut of meat.
Chicken (Veal) Marsala
I don’t eat veal so I turn all veal recipes because I know where veal comes from and it breaks my heart. I turn all veal recipes into chicken because of this and also chicken is a healthier and less expensive option.
Chicken (Veal) Saltimbocca
I don’t eat veal so I turn all veal recipes because I know where veal comes from and it breaks my heart. I turn all veal recipes into chicken because of this and also chicken is a healthier and less expensive option.
Pesto
When you want pasta but the tomato-based sauce just doesn’t sound good 🙂 Fresh basil can be hard to find so this gives you the option of spinach, some people will also use kale. The base you use will obviously change the flavor but don’t be afraid to mix and match greens, play with this,...
Italian Dressing
Cooking Method: Mix it up
I don’t like bottled dressings because I see no point in sugar and preservatives in everything we eat. This is a favorite dressing that I make because I can change the oil, change the vinegar, and/or change the spices, and always have something different.
Fettuccine with Chicken and Tequila-Lime sauce
This is a quick and easy meal with a ton of flavor. I love the cheesiness of the pasta with the smoke of the tequila and the tang of the lime. It’s a full-on mouth surprise.
Beef Stew With Marsala
This is easy and full of flavor. Here it is pictured with Cheesy New Potatoes
My Lasagna
In the book, there were 2 different lasagnas that were nearly identical from someone my mom worked with and a cousin-in-law. I took their ideas and doinked around to make one all my own with more flavor and a little kick.
Spiced Pizza Crust
Once you make this crust and play with the spices and toppings to truly make it yours you’ll never want to order delivery or get a frozen pizza again.
Japanese Curry
At the end of my culinary studies I did a brief externship with Melinda’s Heaven. The owner asked for an article on the curries of Asia and for an original recipe. I so loved the variances that I came up with 3. This is one of those recipes. The article can be found at https://goodeatsgreatmemories.com/2019/09/15/curry-of-the-asian-continent/
Teriyaki Beef
Asian food of all kinds seemed to always be a staple in the house. This is Joni’s Teriyaki Beef. In the photo, I added green beans because I love veggies.
Chicken Teriyaki
Chicken teriyaki is a Japanese dish made with sake and mirin. I decided to add a little Hawaiian influence and make this a little more family friendly. This dish is savory with just a touch of sweetness. I served with white rice. It can also be served with riced cauliflower for a low carb substitute....
Chinese Vegetables
Category: Lunch, Sides, Supper, Vegetarian
Cooking Method: Saute
Do you want a recipe where you can expose your family to new things? This is your ticket! Super fresh tasting, a little crunchy, a little sauce, and a whole lot of flavor. If you want you can add this to any protein and you have everything. A little rice noodles (bean threads) a ton...
Guacamole
yummy healthy snack with chips or veggies or a topping for Mexican night – you can never go wrong with guacamole
Green Enchiladas
This is my absolute favorite type of enchilada!!! I have found in my moves around the U.S. that tomatillos (7 states) entero can be difficult to find so I’ve given you the option of how to use fresh tomatillos. Here they are pictured with my Jazzed Up Refried Beans
Jazzed Up Refried Beans
Refried beans out of a can look and smell pretty gross, and while we know they’re going to taste good they can totally taste better 🙂 Here’s a quick way to jazz them up a little bit. The ones here are pictured with my green enchiladas
Margarita Pie
I have taken this to countless potlucks and parties over the years, it’s always a hit and there’s almost never any to take home with me. I’ve also used it for Superbowl parties. On occasion, I’d scale it WAY back and have it for my kids as an afterschool snack that’d last em a couple...
Taco Meat
Who doesn’t love tacos !!! This meat is super good and whenever I make tacos everyone mows down SOOOO many LOL
Mexican Lasagna
This was something my Nana came up with. It’s different but really tasty. My Nana put Pace© Picante Sauce on almost everything. As a kid, I nicknamed her hot sauce Hazel 🙂
Homemade Flour Tortillas
I think you will enjoy this quick and simple recipe! Homemade tortillas are so tender and chewy, you’ll never want the store bought ones again after making your own! All you’ll need are five ingredients to make these delicious tortillas. You can always double the recipe to make more at one time, trust me you...
Chili From Mexico
I haven’t a clue where this monstrosity came from. It’s typed out on what was obviously a typewriter so it’s definitely old. I will admit this is one of the ones in the books that I looked at with my head tilted and was scared to death to make but I am determined to add...
Pizza Mexicana
Pizza is something that everyone loves to enjoy from time to time. This recipe is one of the best pizza recipes that I have ever made. The pizza dough can be intimidating to make, but this recipe makes it simple and it has an amazing taste to it. We love thin crust pizza so that...
Pierogi
Cuisine: Polish
I’ve never had the pleasure to have pierogi before. They are soft and tender dumpling-like envelopes filled with your choice of savory or sweet, pan-fried in butter to perfection. Here I’ve given you a few different fillings to think about, get creative and have fun making these. *This recipe is for a small batch*
Golbaki Cabbage Rolls
This recipe is a lot of fun to make. I changed up the filling to omit the rice, I used pork instead of beef and included many strong spices and herbs that paired well with the creamy and salty nature of the cheeses. It turned out amazing! The textures were fantastic together. Perhaps you would...
Beef Patty Parmigiana
What an amazing comfort dish to share with your family. The fragrant notes of onions and garlic partnered with the acidic tomato capture a perfect balance when paired with the sweetness of the wine and boldness of lemon and capers. Resting beautifully on your pasta of choice; this dish is sure to make an impression....
Portuguese Sopas
This can be found at Holy Ghost Fiestas. It’s a common Portuguese favorite. It’s ugly food but damn good. Below you’ll find instructions for stove top, crock pot and instant pot. I tend to serve this with macaroni or potato salad. It comes with a beautiful tale, if you’d like to know, ask.
Portuguese Pork Roast
This recipe is all about the marinade. Instructions are given for oven, crockpot, and instant pot. The marinade can be thickened to use as gravy as well. This comes out so moist though that gravy isn’t needed, it’s just there for more flavor. Here this roast is pictured with Potato Love Letters
Kale, Beef and Potato Soup
An interesting combination for a nice hearty soup. Something to enjoy on a cold day or to share with family. A hearty flavored soup. This dish is originally a Portuguese dish, but instead of using Linguica (Portuguese sausage), it became a more American dish using beef tips(beef tenderloin chunks). CandiAnne’s note: My Aunt Carrie grew...
Felhozes “Portuguese Doughnuts”
These will be a family favorite! There’s nothing better than fresh homemade doughnuts and these will definitely delight. The aroma of a fresh donut shop in your kitchen will invite everyone in. There’s a hint of orange zest that just kisses the palette when you bite into these. These are great with a morning cup...
Beans
Cuisine: Portuguese
I am not a pinto bean fan but I really enjoyed this recipe. It reminds me of my mom’s chili, so I served it with saltines. You could also top with cheese or serve with some type of bread.
Cordeiro assada
This is a Portuguese lamb dish, with a mouth-watering braised leg of lamb served on a bed of roasted potatoes and sauteed fresh vegetables. To finish off the dish, it is topped off with a rich velvety lamb reduction perfectly spiced.
Portuguese Baked Beans & Sweet Cornbread
Oh, the flavors in this dish!! Linguica isn’t found up here in northern Michigan, so I used hot chorizo instead. Please, please hunt linguica if you can, otherwise you can sub a good quality, savory sausage for this recipe. My diet doesn’t include 90% of most meats, but I did taste this before serving. My...
Berry Chocolate Scones
I’m generally not a fan of scones but these are cake-like and can be switched up with the seasons or your tastes Scones (pronounced like gone) originate from the Scottish ‘bannock’, which is derived from the Gaelic for cake and made using a thin, round, flat combination of oats and wheat flour. As with all of...
Thai Red Chicken Curry
At the end of my culinary studies I did a brief externship with Melinda’s Heaven. The owner asked for an article on the curries of Asia and for an original recipe. I so loved the variances that I came up with 3. This is one of those recipes. The article can be found at https://goodeatsgreatmemories.com/2019/09/15/curry-of-the-asian-continent/
Tropical Caribbean Pork Chops
Kick back, put your sunglasses on and enjoy a taste of the islands! This recipe is what we Floridians call Floribbean flavors. It combines traditional fried pork chops with a strong island influence and hint of Asian flare. Tangy, sweet and salty with a hint of heat. It’s all there! Served here over a bed...
Chinese Vegetables
Category: Lunch, Sides, Supper, Vegetarian
Cooking Method: Saute
Do you want a recipe where you can expose your family to new things? This is your ticket! Super fresh tasting, a little crunchy, a little sauce, and a whole lot of flavor. If you want you can add this to any protein and you have everything. A little rice noodles (bean threads) a ton...
Turkish Lamb Pilaf
Pilaf in general is a wonderful dish. When you mix the lamb and the seasonings in with it, it is absolutely amazing. I did some research to see what other dried fruits that they used in this region. I found that cherries, figs, and apricots were used quite a bit in this style of cuisine. ...
Cacik (Turkish Yogurt Dip)
This dip or sauce depending on how thick you make it, is a quick and easy little something to throw together to set off any Turkish Dish you are making. I served this on top of the Turkish Lamb Pilaf dish that I made and to go along with the Naan Bread that I served...
Garlic Naan Bread
When I was making the Turkish Lamb Pilaf dish, I wanted to make it a full meal. So I wanted to make some bread that was native to the area. This bread is a really good bread recipe that is amazing with flavor. I enjoy making bread so that is another reason I decided to...
Musaka
Category: Supper, Vegan, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Eastern European, Turkish
This eggplant dish is hearty and comforting. It can easily be made as a vegan or vegetarian option. There are many variations of this dish, such as using potatoes in place of the eggplant.