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The World’s Best Steak Marinade

There’s nothing better than a tender, juicy and flavorful steak. I’ve tried several recipes and finally decided I’ve found the perfect one! The original recipe called for 1/2 teaspoon salt. I omitted the salt as there is plenty in the soy sauce and Worchestershire sauce. Thanks to the Recipe Critic for sharing this recipe.

Ethnic Dishes, Side Dishes

Fried Rice

Have you ever pulled some meat out of the freezer for dinner but can’t decide what to serve with it? While that meat is thawing out, cook up a pot of white rice (you’ll need 4 cups for this recipe). I usually under cook my rice by about 2 minutes as it’s going to be […]

Appetizers & Dips, Ethnic Dishes

Guacamole

Guacamole is one of my very favorite dishes. It can be served with tortilla chips as an appetizer, or as a side dish to go along with your favorite tacos, enchiladas or other Mexican dishes. There are no exact measures of ingredients in this dish as each person has their own preferences. For example, some […]

Dinner, Ethnic Dishes, Main Dish - Beef

Picadillo

Picadillo, a dish found in central Mexico, is traditionally served on flour tortillas. This dish reminds me of tacos with potatoes. But, it’s much more versatile, as you can make a dough and use this meat mixture as an Empanada. In addition, if you should have any leftovers, you can make breakfast burritos in the […]

Cakes, Desserts, Gluten Free

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake

When entertaining, it’s important to me that everyone present partakes in a tasty dessert. Having several friends that follow gluten free diets, I was bound and determined to find a dessert that was moist, tasty and had a nice texture. After trying several recipes (some were really gross), I came across this gem. It comes […]

Breads, Cakes, Desserts, Ethnic Dishes

German Christmas Stollen

Stollen is a yeast bread sprinkled with rum soaked candied fruit, candied citrus peels, raisins and almonds. It is traditionally eaten on Christmas morning in Germany. The manner in which the loaves are folded over represents the Christ child, swaddled tightly. The generous dusting of powdered sugar represents the newly fallen snow.

Cookies and Bars, Ethnic Dishes

Cardamom Cookies

When I moved up North a few years ago, I went to a church bake sale. I was expecting to find the standard fare…pound cakes, chocolate chip cookies and such. I knew whatever they had up for grabs must’ve been good because I had to stand outside in the snow for over half an hour […]

Dinner, Ethnic Dishes

Potato Pierogies

Make a Double Batch of This Polish Staple! There’s something about putting in the effort to make a few dozen Pierogies. All the filling prep aside, the mixing, rolling, stuffing, and cutting make some folks wonder why any sane person would bother with homemade Pierogi. It might be a lot of work, but once you’ve […]