Brussels Sprouts Salad with Blueberries & Almonds
My husband and I are obsessed with this Brussels Sprouts Salad with Blueberries & Almonds. It is so delicious, healthy, and a great way to incorporate these cruciferous vegetables into your diet, which are packed with nutrients like vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. The combination of sweet blueberries, crunchy almonds, and savory Brussels sprouts is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Even my father who hates vegetables of any kind, said it was delicious.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Pasta e Fagioli
Pasta e Fagioli is a classic Italian soup made with pasta, beans, and vegetables. It is a hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different variations of Pasta e Fagioli, and in fact, I have three other Pasta e Fagioli recipes on this blog! This one has a creamy texture from puréeing a can of white Beans.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Pistachio & Goat Cheese Apricot Bites
These Pistachio & Goat Cheese Apricot Bites are the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. They're simple, elegant, and an easy hors d'oeuvre for any party.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yields: Makes 36 bites
Hungarian Mushroom Soup
I happen to love mushrooms and made this Hungarian Mushroom Soup. It’s so delicious and comforting. The mushrooms are sautéed in butter until softened, then simmered in broth with onions, paprika, and other spices until thickened and finished with sour cream. It takes no time to prepare and I served it with crusty bread.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
New Orleans Coleslaw
New Orleans coleslaw is a unique and flavorful take on classic slaw. It's characterized by its creamy, sweet, dressing, and toasted pecans, which give it a signature flavor and crunch. There are so many versions of this slaw, this one has mayo, buttermilk, maple syrup, and vinegar, which coats the shredded vegetables.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Lighthouse Inn Potatoes
Lighthouse Inn Potatoes originated at an iconic hotel and restaurant located in New London, Connecticut, which closed in 2008. Executive Chef Leon “Wally” Walden, who worked there for nearly 50 years, created Lighthouse Inn Potatoes. It is similar to scalloped potatoes, but instead of sliced potatoes he used chunks of potatoes that are cooked in light cream and butter and a bit of baking soda, which neutralizes the potatoes’ tannins and create a velvety sauce. The potatoes are topped with buttery parmesan panko breadcrumbs and baked until the bubbling and golden brown.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 12 Servings
Rice Cooker Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)
I saw this adorable kid @easypeasyjordan make this Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl) all in a rice cooker. It's so easy, hence his name Easy Peasy Jordon, I had to make it. Well, I have to tell you it totally works. I have tweaked his recipe slightly, but you can very easily tailor this to suit your taste. Have your kids give it a go.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Yields: 3 - 4 Servings
Stuffed Cabbage Soup
You know those days when you get home from work and you wonder what on earth to make for dinner? While rummaging through the fridge and pantry, I had everything to make this Stuffed Cabbage Soup. Stuffed cabbage often has a touch of cinnamon. I actually cut the cinnamon in half. You could also use ground chicken or turkey instead of the ground beef. This soup is really good, my husband LOVED it. It also freezes well. Cabbage has an impressive nutrient, which is rich in vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin K. Some research suggests that it may have health benefits that include supporting digestion and heart health, among others. Eat more cabbage!
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 50 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Hot Cuban Dip
Last week, I made Hot Reuben Dip and this week, it's Hot Cuban Dip. It captures all the flavors of the iconic Cuban sandwich in a dip. It's made with a creamy base of cream cheese and mayonnaise, studded with chunks of ham, Swiss cheese, and tangy pickles, and baked until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep: 15 mins
Mojito Cake
This Mojito cake is one of my absolute favorite cakes. It's refreshingly light and captures the essence of the classic Cuban cocktail. It combines an angel food cake base with crushed pineapple, lime juice, and rum. The topping features a creamy blend of softened cream cheese, frozen limeade concentrate, powdered sugar, rum extract, and cool whip (yes, cool whip!). It's then adorned with coconut, lime zest, and fresh mint.
I recently catered a Cuban themed dinner party, which is one of my favorite menus and this was the cake I served, which got rave reviews.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 8 - 10 Servings
