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Best Crab Cakes Recipe Using Canned Crab Meat

September 7, 2023 By Joe 7 Comments

plate of crab cakes

Making traditional New England-style crab cakes couldn’t be easier. In this blog post, we’ll show you the best crab cake recipe using canned crab meat. Who doesn’t like a golden brown savory crab cake with homemade tartar sauce on the side?  This post may contain affiliate links, please see our privacy policy for details. Maryland style crab…

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Easy Chicken Salad Recipe With Grapes And Walnuts

August 22, 2023 By Joe 1 Comment

Rotisserie chicken salad recipe with grapes and walnuts in a bowl.

Chicken salad with grapes and walnuts is a classic recipe for a hot summer day. Grapes are in season and supermarket rotisserie chicken is always available. Let’s make an easy, savory chicken salad. Chicken Salad Recipe With Grapes Chicken salad is a quick meal to make for home or a potluck or picnic. I believe…

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Filed Under: Chicken, meats, Salads

Seared Tuna Steak Recipe (How to Sear Ahi Tuna)

August 9, 2023 By Joe 14 Comments

Ahi tuna steak being sliced on a cutting board.

When it comes to delicious food, few dishes captivate my taste buds like a perfectly seared tuna steak. Today, I’m sharing my go-to tuna steak recipe, a dish that never fails to impress and satisfy. Frying an exceptional seared tuna steak right in your kitchen is pretty darn easy.  Benefits of Seared Tuna Steak Rich…

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Best Easy Oven Baked Meatballs Recipe

August 9, 2023 By Joe 6 Comments

Meatballs with spaghetti and marinara sauce in a bowl.

Oven baked meatballs are splatter-free and much easier than pan-frying them. And you can do a large batch at one time. Follow along and I’ll show you how to make oven baked meatballs. Who doesn’t like tender and juicy meatballs? They’re great in spaghetti sauce or as a one-bite appetizer.  The convenience of baking meatballs offers a…

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Filed Under: Beef, meats, Pork

Easy Classic Fresh Homemade Basil Pesto Recipe

August 4, 2023 By Joe 2 Comments

Pesto in a bowl with tomatoes and dry pasta.

Homemade basil pesto is so easy to make and tastes delicious on pasta or paired with grilled meats. It is a versatile sauce that’s made from a handful of simple ingredients.   If you are growing fresh basil in your garden, then you are like me, too much basil and need to use it!  …

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Filed Under: Sauces, Side dishes, Vegetarian

Easy Mango Salsa Recipe with Fresh Sweet Mangoes

July 3, 2023 By Joe 1 Comment

A bowl of mango salsa that is ready to eat.

Here is an easy spicy mango salsa recipe that elevates the flavor of any dish it is served with. Fresh mangoes add sweetness to this savory mango salsa. This easy-to-make salsa is bursting with the vibrant flavors of ripe mangos, red onion, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro. It’s the perfect accompaniment to dishes like…

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Filed Under: Condiments, Side dishes, Vegetarian

Homemade Marinara Sauce

May 20, 2023 By Joe 1 Comment

Spaghetti with marinara sauce on a plate.

Marinara sauce in America is a red tomato sauce.  Something you would get from Olive Garden.  In Italy, traditionally, marinara would be tomatoes, onion, spices, and seafood.  This acidic mixture the Italians were serving was a staple that would last for a while without refrigeration. My homemade marinara sauce was developed when I got tired…

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Stuffed Cucumber Bites Appetizers With Cream Cheese

May 20, 2023 By Joe 50 Comments

Cucumber appetizers with grape tomato halves and chive garnish.

Stuffed cucumber bites appetizers are a satisfying and easy treat that everyone loves. It’s easy to mix up a batch for any kind of party. Anytime you have a party, think about an easy, tasty hors d’oeuvre that can be made quickly and will feed your many guests.  This is tasty and so easy, you…

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Vegetarian

Homemade Russian Dressing – Easy To Make Recipe

April 28, 2023 By Joe 4 Comments

Overhead view of Russian dressing, corned beef, swiss cheese, and rye bread.

Looking for a creamy and savory dressing? Unleash the flavor with this homemade Russian dressing recipe. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, and an appetizer dip. How To Make Russian Dressing Russian dressing has a fascinating history that dates back to the early 1900’s. Initially known as “Russian Salad Dressing,” the name’s origins are unclear. I’ve read…

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How To Cook Corned Beef In The Oven

April 10, 2023 By Joe Leave a Comment

Cooked and sliced corned beef with side vegetables.

Corned beef is a St. Patrick’s Day tradition around my house. There is no going out to a restaurant to eat corned beef brisket. The Irish in me wants to do it myself and cherish the leftover corned beef. I’ll show you my method of how to cook corned beef in the oven.  This blog…

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Filed Under: Beef, meats

Traditional Irish Colcannon Recipe

March 9, 2023 By Joe 10 Comments

Serving dish containing the colcannon recipe's worth of potatoes.

Traditional Irish colcannon is a dish made with mashed potatoes, leeks, and kale. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for a cold winter evening. If you’re looking for a recipe to warm your soul, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s how to make Irish colcannon using potatoes, leeks, and kale. This recipe post may contain…

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Green Beans Mushrooms and Bacon Recipe

March 3, 2023 By Joe 2 Comments

Green beans bacon and mushrooms on a plate.

Make way for green beans with mushrooms and bacon! This is such a fun way to take ordinary green beans to the next level of flavor. Why Mix Green Beans, Mushrooms, and Bacon Green beans with mushrooms and bacon are a delicious and savory side dish that’s perfect for any meal. The combination of tender…

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Simple Spicy Oriental Rice Recipe

January 4, 2023 By Joe 4 Comments

Oriental rice in a bowl with chop sticks.

Rice is a side dish that goes with so many savory entrees. And when you are having an Asian-inspired meal, this oriental rice recipe is just the thing to make. It’s an easy recipe with spicy Asian rice flavors and takes under 30 minutes to prepare. This spicy Asian rice recipe would be perfect with…

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Filed Under: Sauces, Side dishes

Seared Sockeye Salmon Piccata Recipe

December 14, 2022 By Joe 1 Comment

Close-up view of salmon piccata.

Wild-caught Sockeye Salmon Piccata is so luscious and buttery delicious. It combines perfectly cooked sockeye salmon fillets and lemony piccata sauce. This recipe might become your favorite way to prepare salmon. There are different salmon varieties to choose from. Just one variety is in the Atlantic Ocean…Atlantic Salmon. 5 varieties of salmon come from the…

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Homemade Chicken Gravy Recipe From Broth

November 22, 2022 By Joe 12 Comments

A gravy boat full of chicken broth gravy.

Chicken gravy made from broth is simple and quite tasty. It only takes a few minutes to make and no pan drippings are necessary. In my last post, I showed how to make homemade chicken stock  using a rotisserie chicken. From one chicken carcass, you can make about 12 cups of quality broth or stock….

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Filed Under: Chicken, Condiments, Sauces

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Ground Beef and Cabbage Recipe

Ground beef and cabbage are a terrific combination of flavors. Add to that a couple of unique spices to really make this recipe special. And, by using lean ground beef, the calories stay low for this healthy casserole dish. I was thinking that with St. Patrick’s Day coming up, a recipe with cooked cabbage without…

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Crepes St. Jacques Recipe

Crepes St. Jacques is a copycat recipe from the old Magic Pan restaurant chain and the flavor of this is outstanding. If you enjoy seafood, this is the recipe to try.   I knew it wouldn’t take long for me to try a savory crepe dish.  After having so much fun making sweet crepes, I…

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Tender Beef Tips and Egg Noodles

Cool fall days are coming and it’s time for some comfort food. Tender beef tips and egg noodles fill the bill. Using beef stew meat and simmering it for a couple of hours makes it tender and succulent. Perfect for a fall evening. This post contains an affiliate link. See our privacy policy for details….

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