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We have done these with black beans, white beans, and garbanzo beans. Try them with your favourite and add whatever other veggie you like to make them your own. This calls for “Steak Seasoning”, but use any combination you like. They freeze great uncooked too. Throw a...

Paris Mash is a recipe created by Joel Rubuchón.  Originally it is said the ratio was 1:1, Now it is standard to do a 2:1 potato to butter ratio.  Robuchon potatoes are cooked in lightly salted water with skins on and then drained. the potatoes are then peeled and...

Looking for a nostalgic candy treat you can make right at home? These Homemade Gumdrops are soft, chewy, and bursting with fruity flavor. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, they’re perfect for holiday gifting, kids’ parties, or anytime you want a colorful...

This charming and whimsical dessert known as Fragomammella (literally “strawberry breasts”) comes from the beloved British cooking show Two Fat Ladies. It’s as fun to serve as it is delicious — creamy ricotta mixed with Campari for a delicate pink hue, studded with...

Did you know this dish originated in Germany? According to foodreferences.com; "Although quiche is now a classic dish of French cuisine, quiche actually originated in Germany, in the medieval kingdom of Lothringen, under German rule, and which the French later renamed...

Once you learn the basics, the possibilities are endless — and that’s exactly what this Basic Quiche Recipe delivers. With a simple, foolproof egg-to-cream ratio, you can create dozens of different quiches by swapping in your favorite fillings. Whether you prefer a...

An Elegant & Flavor-Packed Dish. If you’re looking to impress guests or elevate your next special dinner, these Black Garlic Lamb Chops with Red Wine Reduction are a showstopper. The sweet, umami-rich black garlic creates a delicious crust on the lamb, while fresh...

A great pie starts with a great crust — and this classic Pâte Brisée delivers buttery, tender, and beautifully flaky results every time. This French-style shortcrust pastry is versatile, easy to work with, and forms the ideal foundation for sweet pies, quiches, tarts,...

It seems culinary terms are thrown about by every Tom, Dick and Harry now.  Aioli is seen on almost every menu. The problem, is as with everything, even cooking terms have been “dumbed down” and abused.  Any true chef worth their salt knows that there are distinct...

Creamy, Rich & Ready in Under 30 Minutes. Looking for a restaurant-quality pasta sauce that comes together fast? This Quick Vodka Sauce is rich, velvety, and full of flavor — without hours of simmering. The vodka helps brighten the tomatoes and creates a silky...

If you've never tried a traditional South African milk tart, it's about time you did! It's made with a flaky sweet pastry and has a milky, velvety custard that's light as air. It will easily become an exciting new dessert to share with friends. Baked by Alie Romano...

I never heard of these until that movie came out; Fried Green Tomatoes.  We bought an older book titled Best Recipes From The Backs Of Boxes, Bottles, Cans & Jars in a thrift shop, found the recipe and loved it.  This recipe is for any colour tomato, and in fact...