I’m always on the lookout for a new recipe for all you working moms whose kids are busy with after school activities and sports. Sometimes after a busy day, it is easier to eat at home than to go out … Continue reading
Umami, or savory is one of the five basic tastes. Sweet, Sour, Bitter, and Salty are the other four. Umami rich sauces such as soy sauce, fish sauce and Worcestershire sauce add savory flavor to this marinade. When acidic ingredients, … Continue reading
This is a great make ahead recipe for traveling. If Doc and I are going to the mountains or beach, I put marinade and pork tenderloins in zip top gallon plastic bags then hold them on ice in a cooler. … Continue reading
Beef Stew marydukecooks.com The flavor of this beef stew is what makes it stand out. Layers of flavor are developed in the stew by browning both meat and vegetables. The brown bits left in the bottom of the pan make … Continue reading
Have you ever gone to a really fabulous Italian restaurant and tried to recreate their spaghetti sauce? For years I would come home and make sauces that just didn’t taste the same. I finally realized the type of canned tomatoes … Continue reading
1 and 1/2 pounds chicken breasts10 and 1/2 ounces cream of celery soup10 and 1/2 ounces cream of chicken soup8 ounces sour cream1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided1 cup diced onion1 cup diced celery1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional)32 ounces … Continue reading
Norman Gray otherwise known as “The Normanator,” is a grill master. He has been in Healthcare Engineering for over 35 years, and is the world’s biggest UNC Tar Heel fan. He plays trumpet with the Johnson City Community Concert Band … Continue reading
I recently shared some leftover Eggplant Lasagna with my friend Beth Barnes. Here are her comments. “I hate eggplant. The only time I’ve ever eaten it was when I was in Greece and the texture was mushy. Your recipe for … Continue reading
This is a beautiful dish. Pure Mexican comfort food! It has so many layers of flavors and pretty colors. For a complete meal, serve with Mexican rice and cornbread. Southwestern Lasagna 1 pound ground chuck1/2 cup chopped red onion1 (4 … Continue reading
For those of you trying to eat more whole grains and vegetables, this stir fry is the ticket. You will never miss the meat because the mushrooms and soy sauce add rich, umami flavor. The mushrooms are soft and meaty. … Continue reading
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