I once heard someone say, ‘everyone wishes they were Italian.’ Of course that person was from Italy, but I think there may be some truth to that – I wish I had some Italian in my hodgepodge ethnic background. Perhaps that’s why I chose to study abroad in Italy; I fell in love with the history, food, and culture – I have returned to the country every chance I’ve had.
…
Turkey Pot Pie Popover - an updated version of a classic. This is a great use of those turkey or chicken leftovers! Chicken pot pie on a cool night was the epitome of comfort food when I was a kid. A rich and creamy chicken filling with adorable little bites of peas and carrots, and wrapped ...
Looking to transform that leftover turkey sandwich? Try a Turkey Bao - made with turkey, hoisin sauce, sriracha, cucumber, scallions, and cilantro in a freshly steamed bun. Do you have tons of leftover turkey after Thanksgiving? Are you wondering what to do with all of said turkey? You've got ...
This Thanksgiving are you looking to mix things up in the most delicious way possible? Then you've got to try this Pumpkin Bread Pudding! Do you love pumpkin bread? For me, no autumn is complete without the aroma of it baking in the oven. Well things may have changed slightly. I may need to update ...
Unless you're not a turkey fan, the irrefutable centerpiece on the Thanksgiving table is always the turkey. While it's supposed to be the pièce de résistance, I've unfortunately had far more dry turkeys than succulent ones. Even the juiciest of turkeys still have their undeniable dry spots. The ...
This moist and tender Pork Sausage Dressing is a stand-out dish on any Thanksgiving table!No Thanksgiving dinner is complete without the dressing. Though, before we jump in, let's clarify the terms 'stuffing' and 'dressing'. Growing up we always called it stuffing, no matter how it was prepared. But ...
Super creamy, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, with brilliant ribbons of basil pesto make for an extraordinary side dish. Careful... they just might steal the show! I think one of the best aromas to come from the kitchen is roasting garlic. Who out there agrees with me? Roasting garlic creates a soft ...
Chef Patrick O'Connell describes it as, 'liquid autumn'. Rich, mildly sweet, and silky smooth - this Apple Rutabaga Soup is one of the tastiest soups I've ever had! When I was living in DC, I had the fortunate pleasure of dinning at The Inn at Little Washington. The interior design of the Inn is ...
Halloween. It's just as much fun for adults as it is for children, and for all the same reasons - for one night, you can be someone or something else. So what's the best costume you've ever seen? ...
It's that time of year… when the long awaited and highly coveted Pumpkin Spice Latte is offered to the masses. Somehow, it's more than just a drink. It signals the approaching season of crisp mornings and cozy sweaters. I've been so excited for the cooler weather to come, that I switched out my ...
Fun, incredibly easy, and delicious - kids and adults love these Candy Corn Jello Cups! ...
Create crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken at home. It's SO easy! Sweet and Sour Chicken has been a longtime childhood favorite. Though that statement comes with a caveat. All Sweet and Sour Chicken is not created equal and depending on the restaurant, the quality can vary greatly. ...
Spicy, creamy, and crazy good - Kung Pao Spaghetti alla Vodka, a Sichuan-style pasta with vodka sauce. It's a dish that will have you going back for extra helpings! This past weekend Mr. HNN and I were supposed to take the dogs 6 hours up the coast and go camping for a few days in the Redwood ...
