Greek Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Optional: crumbled feta cheese and olives Instructions: Prepare the Vegetables: In a … Read more

Twice Baked Potatoes: A Culinary Delight

Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes 3 tablespoons softened butter ½ cup milk or cream ½ cup grated white cheddar cheese 1 egg yolk Salt and pepper, depending on preference Instructions: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Clean the potatoes under running water and remove any dirt. Dry them with a towel. Bake the cleaned potatoes … Read more

Creamy Spinach and Bacon Chicken

Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tbsp olive oil 6 slices bacon, chopped 8 oz mushrooms, sliced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups fresh spinach 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder Preparation Season the Chicken: Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with … Read more

Spicy Seafood Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, and squid) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 2 cups fish broth (no alcohol) 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 … Read more

Captain D’s Batter Dipped Fish

Ingredients: 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or pollock) Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 cup cold sparkling water (or club soda) Vegetable oil (for frying) Lemon wedges (for serving) Tartar sauce (for serving) Directions: 1. … Read more

Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 lb lump crab meat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and pepper … Read more

Best Ever Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients 1.5 kg (approximately 3 lbs) of potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cup of heavy cream 1 cup of milk 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon of salt 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder 1/4 teaspoon of paprika 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese … Read more

My German friend taught me this dish, and my hubby has been requesting it weekly since!

Ingredients 4 slices top round beef, about 1/4 inch thick Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 4 teaspoons German mustard (substitute with Dijon or spicy mustard if needed) 4 slices bacon 1 onion, thinly sliced 4 small dill pickles, sliced lengthwise 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup beef broth Preparation Start by preparing … Read more

Best soup I’ve had all year! This recipe is so easy too, the slow cooker does the work for you!

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 4 cups beef broth 12 ounces lasagna noodles 1/2 diced onion 1 diced bell pepper 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese … Read more