Mexican Pillows

Two cultures collide when I use Mexican flavors and wrap them up inside a Chinese wonton.  It just works! I created this recipe for a Super Bowl appetizer and they were a lot of fun to make.  The nice thing about them is you can substitute with any meat, cheese and/or vegetables you like! Ingredients:…

Stuffed Mushroom “Pizza”

If you are on a low carb diet, if you are a vegetarian, or if you like mushrooms and cheese, then you’ll like this creation!  I had 2 leftover portobello mushrooms from our sandwiches (previous recipe) and I didn’t know what to do with them.  I also had spinach in my fridge.  After googling “spinach…

Eggplant Rollatini

Fried eggplant is so delicious and when you pair it with sauce and cheese it just doesn’t get any better.   I made eggplant rollatini for the first time, for my non meat-eating friend, on New Years Eve 2012 and it wasn’t as difficult to make as I thought it would be.   Ingredients: Eggplant (3…

Who Loves Popcorn? 🍿 

In my family, we don’t have those bags of popcorn sitting in our cabinets ready to go in the microwave; we have pots, oil and kernels. You will never have better popcorn than the kind you make right on your stove at home. It’s easier to make than you think and the best part is…

Italian Latkes?

This Jew decided to make Italian inspired latkes from a recipe by Giada on Christmas Eve which coincidentally was also Hanukkah.  I brought these as an appetizer to my aunt’s house.   Giada’s recipe sounded too good to ignore! And while I have tried using zucchini and other vegetables for a healthier alternative to all…

Grandma Edie’s Stuffed Artichokes

Grandma Edie (our Jewish grandmother) made the best Italian stuffed artichokes around! We grew up making these as kids, taking turns stuffing each leaf and it’s been a fun and tasty tradition! This is one of the few recipes I just won’t vary and these artichokes are worth every minute of preparation. Photos courtesy of…

The Best Buffalo Chicken Dip

This delicious dip tastes just like wings but with out all the mess and fatty skin! It’s so easy to make and great for a party. Since I started making it, people often ask me to make it. It’s the ultimate party or game day app! Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Total…

Tacos!!!

Tacos can be made with any kind of meat, fish or vegetables. I happen to love pulled chicken in this delicious fresh sauce. I never make them the same but try these delicious Mexican treats I made the other night! I wish I had a photo to share! Ingredients Chicken breast Small corn soft tacos…