The Coziest Colcannon Recipe Colcannon is a dish that originated in Ireland, and it is classic comfort food that’s cheap to make. Irish Chef Richard Corrigan maintains, “there’s no such thing as a recipe for Colcannon, really. It’s something that is put together with love, not measurements.” Generally speaking, that’s the way I cook, which…
Side Dishes
Here’s How To Make The Easter Bunny’s Favorite Carrots
Dilled carrots are the perfect side dish for your Easter dinner! They’re a “big dill”! Why? Because they’re delicious, beautiful, and good for you! You might even call them triple crown carrots! When I was a young mom, like all good moms everywhere, I wanted my little family to eat more vegetables. I didn’t want…
No-Hassle Hasselback Potatoes Are So Crispy And Insanely Good
Hasselback potatoes are showy, impressive, and look like you slaved over them for hours. They are crispy and buttery on the outside and creamily delicious on the inside. In a potato pageant, they’d be a 10. April Fool! They take only a few minutes to prep and the oven does most of the work! You…
How To Make German Red Cabbage For The Holidays
Red cabbage was a staple at holiday meals when I was a girl. My parents immigrated to the United States from Denmark and Iceland in 1950. They brought their traditions with them, and red cabbage was an important one. Red cabbage isn’t just a German dish. Whether the main course is duck, goose, or a…
The Best Thanksgiving Dressing In The World
Dressing or stuffing? What do you call it? When I was a kid, moms everywhere made stuffing the same way. Chopped up gizzards, liver, and turkey neck were added to a mixture of bread, onions, and celery. Then, it was all stuffed inside the Thanksgiving turkey and roasted with the bird. I thought it was…
How To Make Instant Pot Hot German Potato Salad
Hot German Potato Salad. It’s so good! I really should make it more often. My German-to-the-core husband has a motto, “I’ve never met a potato I didn’t like.” And, this is one he really likes! This salad/side dish is simply delicious, full of crispy bacon and sweet caramelized onion. It swims in a thick, tangy,…
Slow Cooked Green Beans Tender Healthy And Delicious
Slow-cooked green beans may sound a little strange today since we commonly steam vegetables just to the point of crisp-tender. But seriously, try it! Green beans made with this super-healthy, Greek-inspired recipe have tons of flavor that will all melt together in your happy mouth. There are many health benefits of a Mediterranean-style diet. It’s…
Yummy Barbecue Beans With Bacon And Brown Sugar
Barbecue beans and cookouts. They’re just a natural fit. Whether you’re grilling steaks or hotdogs, baked beans pair well. This semi-homemade barbecue bean recipe begins with my favorite classic pork and beans from Van Camps. These awesome beans have definitely stood the test of time. The Van Camps brand has been on America’s grocery shelves…
The Cheesiest Zucchini Gratin In The World
Zucchini is incredibly plentiful right now. In fact, if you leave your car unlocked, some overzealous gardener might slip a few in your back seat! Just kidding but here’s a recipe you don’t want to miss! Smile And Say Cheese To The World’s Best Zucchini Dish Even picky eaters and finicky kids will gobble it…
It’s Easy To Make Yummy Homemade Noodles
Yes, you! Homemade Noodles are comfort food anyone can make! I’ll never forget the day when our middle grandson Nick called me and asked, “GB, can we make noodles?” Could we?? Oh my gosh yes!! I was over the moon to get his invitation! He was nine or ten at the time and I dropped…