Thursday, April 6, 2023

A Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole and a Lesson in Chemistry #CooktheBooks

This casserole is assembled, cooked and served all in one skillet, making it a perfect weekday meal.  It is coated in a homemade cream sauce instead of the canned cream soup often used in casseroles.  It is a great way to use up leftover chicken.

Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

I was inspired to make this casserole after reading our Cook the Books Club selection......

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

One Pot Penne Alfredo #NationalGarlicMonth

This creamy, garlicky, delicious alfredo is made using just on pan getting dinner on the table in less than half an hour and saving on cleanup.  It is a perfect Meatless Monday or Lenten Friday Meal.

Penne Alfredo

The Festive Foodies are celebrating National Garlic Month.......

Garlic Ginger Chicken Nuggets #NationalGarlicMonth

 Store bought chicken nuggets drenched in a sweet and spicy sauce.  The Teen was in heaven.

Garlic Ginger Chicken Nuggets

The Foodie Extravaganza Gang are celebrating National Garlic Month.......

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Celebrating Spring with Salmon Wellington

This Salmon Wellington is a perfect alternative to meat this Easter.  It is also a perfect meal for a Mother's Day Brunch, needing nothing more than a salad and a glass of crisp white wine as an accompaniment.

Salmon Wellington

Monday, April 3, 2023

Apple, Walnut and Mushroom Salad and a Book Review

Mixed Baby Greens topped with sliced Green Apple, Mushrooms and Candied Walnuts dressed in a Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Apple, Walnut and Mushroom Salad

I was inspired to make this salad after reading The Bitter Taste of Murder, Book 2 in the Murder in Tuscany Trilogy by Camilla Trinchieri.

Sunday, April 2, 2023

Lamb Empanadas #SundayFunday

 Ground lamb and warm spices wrapped in pie pastry and deep fried to a crispy golden brown.  

Lamb Empanadas

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are getting ready for National Empanada Day.......

Saturday, April 1, 2023

Planning a Trip to France with our Son from Germany while Sipping a Wine from Sardegna and The Weekly Menu #ItalianFWT

Marinated Artichoke Hearts and shaved Pecorino Cheese makes the perfect topping for crisp toasts.  I paired it with a bottle of  Palmalias Vermentino from Sardenia.

Marinated Artichokes

The Italian Food Wine and Travel Club are visiting Calabria and Sardegna today.......