Risotto with Parmesan and Green Peas

Risotto with Parmesan and Green Peas

This risotto recipe is so satisfying because there’s nothing quite like creamy, savory rice. It’s so delicious and filling, it’s almost a meal in itself! You do need to tend to the stove for 30 minutes for stirring, but it’s definitely worth the effort. I 

Brasied Beef Shank

Brasied Beef Shank

This is a variation on a classical Osso Bucco preparation, using beef instead of veal. Risotto or a Savory Bread Pudding would be wonderful accompaniments to this. I have adapted this recipe to serve 4. Veal shanks for Osso Bucco cost $18.99 per pound. Beef 

Chicken Stew with White Wine

Chicken Stew with White Wine

Rich. Savory. Succulent. These are just a few of the words that describe White Wine Chicken Stew. The chicken is braised to a wonderful juiciness and the potatoes are cooked to tender fluffiness. Oh, and there’s bacon. Obviously! It can’t be indulgent without bacon, and 

<strong>Dreamy Chicken Francese</strong>

Dreamy Chicken Francese

Sounds fancy but really it’s pretty simple.  It just means Chicken Cooked in a French Style.  Sometimes this recipe calls for the chicken to be pounded thin but this recipe did not.  And I liked the fact that the chicken was plump which provided for 

<strong>Crawfish Boulettes(Balls)</strong>

Crawfish Boulettes(Balls)

Yield: About 2 1/2 dozen Ingredients DIRECTIONS Combine the onions, bell peppers, celery, crawfish, and bread in a bowl and toss thoroughly. Finely chop this mixture in a food processor by pulsing the motor on and off several times. Do not puree.  Transfer the mixture 

<strong>Waldorf Salad With Curried Peanuts And Coconut</strong>

Waldorf Salad With Curried Peanuts And Coconut

This sweet-savory side dish shies away from the typical flavors that come with Thanksgiving dinner. Our Waldorf salad recipe has super crisp flavors—perfect for taking a break from all the heavy stuff. MAKES:5 1/2 CUPS TOTAL TIME:20 MINUTES INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS 1.Sauté peanuts and curry powder 

<strong>Glazed Corned Beef and Cabbage</strong>

Glazed Corned Beef and Cabbage

This tender meat is topped with a simple, tangy glaze that is so tasty. Leftovers make excellent Reuben sandwiches. TOTAL TIME: Prep: 3-1/2 hours Bake: 25 min. + standing. YIELD: 8  Ingredients Glaze: Directions Place corned beef and contents of seasoning packet + 1/3 cup 

Best Carrot Cake Ever

Best Carrot Cake Ever

The best carrot cake recipe that’s moist and flavorful and makes a large quantity. Frost with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting. Prep Time: 20 mins  Cook Time: 45 mins. Additional Time: 1 hrs 10 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins. Servings: 16. Yield: 2 

Rum (Or Bourbon) Balls

Rum (Or Bourbon) Balls

And they are so tasty with a little, not much, but just enough rum to make these little darings sing. So if you need to make and take something to a party, these little beauties are always a hit. Of course you can always substitute Bourbon 

<strong>Croquettes with Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese</strong>

Croquettes with Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese

And so easy to make, which is a plus when you need to make a lot of them for an event party or whatever. The combination of a savory cheesy inside with Serrano ham and with a crunch on the outside is a  fantastic combination. They