Cheese Quesadilla Ah, the quesadilla. All that gooey cheese. No wonder it’s such a popular food, especially in the South-West. With all that melted cheese, it makes for a perfect comfort food any time of the day. Quesadilla as a Fast Food The Quesadilla is a quick and easy food you can make for yourself…
Fried Tortilla Breakfast
Enchilada Rice
Enchilada Rice I love rice. I could eat rice any time of the day. Rice goes with just about any dish. This Enchilada Rice evolved one afternoon from the Spanish Rice recipe I have from my mother. Both recipes share that rice, butter, onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, and chicken stock. The Spanish Rice recipe is…
Easy Chicken Enchiladas
Chicken Enchiladas Enchiladas have always been one of my favorite go-to menu items in any Mexican restaurant. I’ve loved them ever since I can remember. Luckily, living in California, there is no shortage of Mexican restaurants that serve enchiladas. However, there is something distinctly heart-warming about having some delicious come right out of your kitchen….
Pork Chops with Country Gravy
Pork Chops with Country Gravy These juicy pork chops with country gravy will have your mouth watering. Pork chops are super versatile. You can have them for breakfast, along side eggs and breakfast potatoes. You can have them for dinner, with classic sides like peas, corn, baked or mashed potatoes. Pork chops can be found…
Old Fashioned Pancakes
Old Fashioned Pancakes I developed this old fashioned pancake recipe after my husband repeatedly requested American pancakes for a weekend breakfast. After testing out a variety of recipes, I came up with this one and have used it ever since. It’s actually just as easy as any of the box mixes, and tastes a lot…
Baked Honey Dill Salmon
Baked Honey Dill Salmon Many people say that they don’t like fish, especially salmon. As a child, I used to be one of them. When asked why they don’t like salmon the answer will almost always be that it smells fishy. I tell them that if it’s fresh and it’s cooked properly, it will not…
Quick, Easy and Cheesy Pasta Bake
Quick, Easy and Cheesy Pasta Bake Perfect for a family dinner, church potluck, party, or any gathering for that matter, this potluck is sure to please. This is a great dinner idea you can through together and place in the oven in as little as 30 minutes. The result is warm, inviting, and delicious. Fusilli…
Tutto Fresco Fresh Italian
Tutto Fresco Fresh Italian Orange, CA My husband and I love Tutto Fresco. First of all, it was one of the first restaurants we went to when we started dating. I remember how towards our meal, we opted to get dessert and ended up splitting this gigantic slice of chocolate cake. Now, that’s love. They…
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches I love breakfast sandwiches. I love them any time of the day or evening. Any chance I get, from fast food restaurants to five star hotels, I give them a try. In my (not so humble) opinion, this variation on the breakfast sandwich tops even the most famous, Egg Mc Muffin. …
Mother’s Restaurant Jambalaya
Jambalaya Derived from the Spanish Paella, Jambalaya was become synonymous with New Orleans cuisine. Basically, a rice dish with meat and vegetables, the Jambalaya has many variations. The two major variations are Cajun and Creole. The main differences between the two are: Cajun = No Tomatoes, hence the name “Brown Jambalaya” Creole = Tomatoes, hence…
Bread Pudding with Vanilla-Bourbon and Brandy Rum Caramel Sauce
Bread Pudding Bread pudding seems to be one of those desserts that people either love of hate. I personally think it has to do with the experience you have had with where you ate the dessert at for the first time. Some people have had their first experience trying bread pudding in a cafeteria-style restaurant. …