Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Cordon Bleu

This delicious dish originates in the French region of Switzerland. The name means “Blue Cord” as in a blue ribbon dish. There is also some German influence here (as Switzerland also has a German region) as it is breaded like a schnitzel. While the original 

Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers are a good old fashioned comfort food recipe like mom used to make. But they are also a dish that has been made for centuries all around the world. In doing some research I found that we make stuffed peppers differently from many 

Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie

This Irish classic is a rich and delicious meal all in one dish. Technically, Shepherd’s Pie is made with ground lamb, so if you’re using ground beef (like I do) that’s a Cottage Pie. Even though the ingredient list and the instructions are long, don’t 

Paella

Paella

Often viewed as the national dish of Spain, it is originally from Valencia and takes it’s name from the wide pan it is cooked in. It was originally a lunch time meal for farmers and laborers that they could make anywhere they could build a 

Corned Beef

Corned Beef

Whether it’s for a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dinner, or to make a Reuben Sandwich, fresh Corned Beef that you make yourself is a delicious way to go. Corned Beef brine is a combination of salts (including curing salt), sugar, vinegar, and savory seasonings.When I 

Baked Ham with Gravy

Baked Ham with Gravy

This is a simple way to prepare a juicy and delicious ham. You can serve this with mashed potatoes and the vegetable of your choice.You can prepare a ham anytime, it doesn’t need to be Christmas or Easter. When we prepare a large ham for 

Western Cheese Steak Sandwich

Western Cheese Steak Sandwich

This is a Western take on the Philadelphia classic. The preperation takes some time but it is well worth the work! I like to use flat iron steaks for this recipe, but skirt steak and flank steak would also work well and really any good 

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna Noodle Casserole

There are easier versions of this recipe (not that this version is difficult) but you won’t find a better tasting versions. This brings the classic comfort food to the next level with several layers of flavor.

Beef in a Blanket

Beef in a Blanket

These are similar to Pigs in a Blanket, but made with Roast Beef. I like to use beef shortribs for this because of their very beefy flavor, but I think a chuck roast would also work well. These are substantial enough for a meal, but 

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish Meatballs

Meatballs with a creamy, beefy, delicious gravy served over egg noodles. What’s not to like?