Mexican Rice Tacos by Shandiola

Sweet savory of spices and herbs mix togther to make an Awesome family meal for Taco Friday here in my home town Norway.

Basil Pesto Spread by Salad Foodie

Summer’s remaining basil harvest can become the makings of delicious pesto to serve on crackers or crusty bread. And it does freeze well too for uses into the fall season and beyond. Easy to make and very nutritious compared to many typical spreads.

Tantalizing Baked Lemon Pesto Mushrooms Casserole by Blackswan

This sourish pesto appetizer, using a mix of mushrooms and cherry tomatoes, is so easy to prepare and is definitely for the novice cooks!

Italian Sausage Mac & Cheese by Patti Fisher

It’s amazing how many recipe requests we get for macaroni & cheese. That’s fine with us, it’s quick, easy and has unlimited variations. We used Ken’s favorite hot Italian sausage along with lots of his cold smoked cheddar and Patti insisted on fresh broccoli to keep it healthy. Being it was 101 here today we were more than happy to…

Spicy Sausage and Ziti Bake by Denise Sherin

Have some homemade garlic bread and a nice salad ready to go with this yummy dinner. Great for potluck too.

Capicola Spinach Pie by Claudia lamascolo

Spicy hot ham in a spinach pie, almost like quiche but Italian style

Pork and Pineapple Kebabs with Pineapple Rice by Nazzareno Casha

Chicken Parmesan Baked Potatoes by Claudia lamascolo

A meal all in one! Great for lunches on the go!

Pork Souvlaki with Tzatziki by John Spottiswood

It wasn't until I went to Greece that I tasted pork souvlaki (kebab). I'd had lamb souvlaki at greek restaurants and festivals in the US, but never pork, While the pork is not quite as flavorful as lamb, it is healthy and so easy to make from a pork tenderloin or loin roast. In addition to the tzataki, we also served this with…

Cheese Tortellini Salad by Nazzareno Casha

Cherry Claflouti by Windle Grissett

The French version of a cobbler, great with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.

BBQ Party: Juicy Clams & Mussels In Truffle Oil & White Wine by Blackswan

My Magic Potion: I thought it would be a great idea to try out my new Truffle Oil & indeed, it worked wonders. The succulent seafood tasted great & the soupy sauce was such a delight. Make this for your next BBQ treat using a foil or substitute…

BBQ Pork Tenderloin - Spanish Style by John Spottiswood

This dish is from south-eastern Spain where Moorish influences are still found in many dishes. The combination of middle eastern spices and pork is wonderful. These are often served on kebabs as part of a tapas dish called Pinchos Morunos. You can follow the same directions below, cutting the meat into 1 inch chunks and grilling for…

Smoked salmon ,horseradish dill cream by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Smoked salmon ,horseradish dill cream

Baby Clams á la "Bulhão Pato" by Maria Luisa

A very good and quick appetizer for those who like the taste of sea. Cook it for an informal meal as it is better eaten with your fingers. Choose a cooled dry white wine Enjoy