Recipe Box, Easy Sheet Pan Supper

Whew! It has been a whirlwind holiday this year, and if you’re like me, you are surrounded by boxes, decorations to put away, and a general mess… You might be tired of the kitchen, preparing food, and generally exhausted from holiday fun… BUT you still need to eat! This sheet pan supper is an easy … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Italian Sandwich Ring with Smokey Pimiento Cheese

Originally when I was developing this recipe, I was thinking I’d make a savory version of a King cake for Mardi Gras But since Mardi Gras is way yesterday, I decided to just call it an Italian Sandwich Ring It is actually similar to a New Orleans muffaletta sandwich minus the olive relish… I’m not … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Mama Mia Sliders

Mama Mia, it’s election day!  Let’s pray the madness will be finally over one way or another! Ok, this recipe can be complicated or simple it’s up to you! The complicated part would be if you want to use homemade Bolognese Sauce… Bolognese sauce is a wonderful sauce, thickened with several kinds of meat, traditionally … Continue reading

Recipe Box, The Marinara Sauce Mystery, and Stuffed Marinara Meatball Subs with Basil Pesto

me: “I’m going out  with the girls tonight…  💅  💄  💃  🍷  There’s leftover meatballs and marinara in the fridge you can heat up for  dinner” him: “Okay, how do I fix it?” me: “Just put it in a sauce pan and heat it up as you would soup, and toast the bread” him: “Okay, … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Muffaletta “Pie”

Muffalettas are a staple of New Orleans cuisine and have made their way to menus all over the country because of their popularity.  Traditionally this sandwich is made on a large round bun with savory meats, cheeses and a healthy portion of chopped olive salad. I ordered a Muffaletta sandwich earlier this year when I … Continue reading