Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed Bell Peppers

This is hands down my favorite one pot meal. Stuffed bell peppers were something my Baba would make us for dinner, and they are definitely considered a favorite “comfort food” for our family. When I make this recipe, my kitchen smells like my Baba’s, and 

Spicy Mayo Sauce

Spicy Mayo Sauce

Simple recipe, but one not to forget. My son always likes to make a Sriracha mayo for his egg sandwiches. This one has just the right zing and kick.  Ingredients: 1 cup / 230 g. Kew Pie Mayo ½ cup / 126 g. Sriracha Chili 

Stein’s Swedish  Meatballs & Lingonberry Sauce

Stein’s Swedish Meatballs & Lingonberry Sauce

This is the Swedish Meatball recipe from Chef Zane at the Stein Eriksen Lodge –  Glitretind Restaurant. I made these meatballs at home, and then a few weeks later had them at the restaurant. If you follow the recipe and use the right ingredients, this 

Thai Peanut Sauce

Thai Peanut Sauce

I have tried so many peanut sauces and this one is just perfect. I have served it over chicken breasts, I have tossed it with noodles and have even served it with crackers as an appetizer. It reminds me so of the complimentary Trader Vic’s 

Pesto alla Genovese

Pesto alla Genovese

Pesto is really versatile and adds wonderful flavor to many things. My kids love Pesto alla Genovese on more than just pasta. They like to spread it on sandwiches, use it a dip for bread, or add it on top of caprese salad, steak or 

Bar Amá Queso

Bar Amá Queso

My husband loves the queso at Bar Ama in Downtown Los Angeles.  It is an addicting appetizer favorite, and super delish when the restaurant adds a scoop of chorizo right in the center of the bowl.Ingredients:2 Tbs. unsalted butter2 1/2 Tbs. all purpose flour2 cups 

Fresh Tomato Sauce

Fresh Tomato Sauce

This is a Vitamix recipe that is simple and made with fresh ingredients.  I used it as a pasta sauce, but the original recipe says that it can be used as a base for bruschetta.  Just spread it on toasted baguette and add toppings.   

Gorgonzola Sauce

Gorgonzola Sauce

Ingredients1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all purpose flour1 cup whipping cream1/4 cup dry white wine1/4 cup low-salt chicken north1 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese – appx. 4 oz.DirectionsMelt butter in sauce pan and add flour.  Whisk together and make a rue.  Gradually whisk in whipping cream, white