One of Sicily’s most iconic pasta dishes, Pasta alla Norma is a testament to the region’s rich culinary heritage and how combining a few simple ingredients can result in a masterpiece. And so it was declared by a famous Italian writer the first time he tried it, likening its greatness to the famous Bellini opera Norma. Quality tomatoes, fresh basil and garlic, eggplant, and grated Italian cheese come together in this traditional Pasta alla Norma recipe that will absolutely wow your dinner guests with its flavor and down-home charm!...

What is a galette? The first galette I ever made was peach and I loved it from the first bite. A galette is lighter than a pie, not at all heavy with fruit or overly sweet with sugar. I love this method of baking fruit. The beauty of a galette is that it doesn’t need to be perfect at all. It’s a simple crust topped with fresh fruit. Fold the sides in to contain the fruit and its juices as it bakes....

These muffins are moist and sweet and absolutely perfect for a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or even for dessert. Peanut Butter Banana Muffins After numerous attempts to find a perfectly moist peanut butter muffin in the past, I finally found the secret ingredient in my friend Jenny’s Healthier Banana Peanut Butter Muffins. These muffins are adapted from her recipe and thanks to the addition of a banana, they turn out wonderfully every single time we make them....

As a girl who simply adores vintage cookbooks, everything about this swap makes me happy. The recipes this year are being taken from The Second Ford Treasury of Favorite Recipes from Famous Eating Places. I can hardly wait to see what is in store for us as Christianna chooses recipes for each month’s swap. The assignment this month was to remake the very epitome of a classic cookie, the Toll House Cookie....

A super simple but incredibly powerful seasoned salt to add intense depth, flavor and a burst of umami to your dishes! A wonderful all-purpose seasoning, keep a bowl of this Porcini Salt at your table and watch as your guest’s eyes widen when they taste it! For other fabulous seasoned salt blends to keep at the table try our Seasoned Salt and Lemon Pepper Seasoning! One of my very favorite seasonings, it’s also the simplest to make with only TWO INGREDIENTS!...

This post is in partnership with Karo® Syrup. All opinions are my own. GASP. It’s true. In my heart of hearts, I’m really a pie bar kind of gal, and I think it comes down to those layers we talked about earlier. I feel like there is more room for manipulation in a bar, and more importantly, better ratios of crust, to filling, to topping. Because when it comes down to it, I enjoy the crust and the topping equally as much as the filling and a “traditional” pie tends to have a whole lot of filling, and not a whole lot of crust and topping in comparison....

If you love all things Thanksgiving, then you’ll also want to make my dishes for Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, Parker House Dinner Rolls, and Sauteed Brussels Sprouts. This post is sponsored by Reynolds Wrap. All opinions are my own.Well friends, here we are in those mid-holiday weeks. While at first, the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas may seem like an eternity, it goes quicker than you can say “Black Friday doorbusters....

I wanted mashed sweet potatoes, but I had about 3 minutes to get them on the table by the time they had cooled enough to peel and mash. I made them again today because I liked them so much. Simply mash the sweet potatoes; then add a scoop of sour cream and a pinch of salt. If you are feeling fancy, feel free to drizzle them with olive oil and sprinkle with pepper as well....

Veal shanks are a cut of meat taken from the shin of a calf. This cut is prized for its rich, gelatinous texture and flavorful marrow. When cooked slowly, veal shanks become tender and develop a deep, savory flavor. They are often used in dishes like osso buco, where they are braised until the meat is almost falling off the bone. Veal shanks are commonly available at butcher shops and can be a delicious addition to your cooking repertoire....

No more dense, whole grain bricks posing as biscuits. This Spelt Buttermilk Biscuits recipe produces whole grain biscuits that are fluffy with a great texture and delicious flavor! If you bake a lot with whole wheat flour but haven’t tried spelt, you really should. And if you don’t bake much with whole wheat because you don’t care for the texture or flavor, even more of a reason to try spelt....

I stumbled onto this recipe a while back on Jenn‘s site and I knew immediately that my husband would love this kicked up version of coleslaw. He and my oldest son are crazy about Sriracha sauce. I served this with some simple grilled chicken and potato fries for an easy Saturday night dinner. I really wanted to make this good and spicy for them and as a result, I added way more Sriracha than I can tolerate....

Strawberry. Pretzel. Salad. It’s not really a salad and it sure isn’t my mama’s typical Sunday dinner jello either. Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe I first tasted this bit of heaven at my Aunt Judy’s house several years ago. It really was quite the experience. I remember my cousin Lisa saying something along the lines of “you just have to taste it” and “I’ll choose this over dessert every time.” And sure enough, she was right....

A Super easy fruit Salsa Recipe that makes a delicious appetizer or snack. This is a twist to the regular Salsa. It is super colorful and pretty, the perfect balance of sweet and spicy savory, which comes together in less than 10 minutes. This sweet and tangy fruit Salsa is great served with tortilla chips, Pita chips or even on toasted bread. As with most salsas, this one gets even better if you let it chill for 4 to 5 hours....

Why This Recipe Works Here’s How You Make it For the simplest beef stir fry, follow these directions. Simple ingredients – Just need some steak, sesame oil, veggies, packaged ramen noodles and homemade teriyaki sauce (also made with simple ingredients) or just buy some pre-made teriyaki if you prefer. Versatile – I go into it more below, but you can swap out meat, veggies, freshly made teriyaki or bottled teriyaki in this beef stir fry....

It just hit me last night that we are on the downhill side of official grilling season and I’ve been wallowing in pity all day because grilling season is my FAVORITE. I grill all year round but it’s just not the same in the depths of winter in snow boots ya know. But I’m riding this wave til the very end you guys, I’ve got a handful of grilling recipes left on my must-make-before-September list and I hope you aren’t sick of them yet because I’m not willing to wait until next may to share....

An authentic Frikadellen recipe, these beloved seasoned German meat patties are also popular in Denmark where they’re known as Frikadeller. They are extremely popular for both mealtimes and picnics because they’re equally delicious either hot or cold! They’ve been a household staple for centuries and their popularity has spread across multiple European countries and beyond! For another famous German meatball recipe try our Königsberger Klopse! German Hamburgers Frikadellen, as they’re called in Germany (aka Fleischküchle, Fleischpflanzerl and Buletten), or Frikadeller, as they’re called in Denmark, are seasoned meat patties that are equally good hot or cold and have been popular for both mealtimes and picnics for centuries....

This beef tips recipe harmoniously melds the earthy flavors of rosemary, thyme, and oregano with the rich depth of beef. Thus creating a comforting and luxurious dish. A note of warmth from a cinnamon stick and a robust base made with red wine elevate the dish to a gourmet level. Browning the meat and then slow-cooking it in a savory broth ensures that every bite is tender and flavorful. And serving this dish over a bed of your favorite grains or potatoes offers a hearty meal that satisfies the palate and the soul....

Bada pav is a vegetarian fast food dish and is also called Mumbai’s very own burger. It originated as cheap street food in Mumbai but is now offered in stalls and restaurants throughout India. This is those type of dish which is loved by one and all. So what is Vada Pav? Vada means deep-fried potato pattiesPav means burger buns. It is a spicy potato filling sandwiched between buns and layers of spicy garlic, green chutney, and sweet chutney!...

Taco Meat Recipes The Best Ever Taco Meat has been a staple on my meal plan for years now, but sometimes I like to mix it up a bit. My friend Aggie inspired these Black Bean and Spinach Tacos and let me tell you, it was an awesome surprise just how much the whole family enjoyed it – spinach and all. It was only natural that I try this vegetable-filled taco meat recipe next....

My kids were a little suspicious when they saw the piles of vegetables waiting on the counter near the stove. However, after they tasted their dinner, they all agreed that it was very tasty! Vegetable Pasta is the kind of meal that happens in our house when I’m staring down a refrigerator full of produce and I’m running out of time to use it all. There aren’t many things in the kitchen that annoy me more than wasting food, so I try to do everything I can to avoid letting produce go to waste....