I am always looking for ways to use up the summer bounty of produce and here’s another one. Benedictine is a Kentucky staple, but little known outside of the state. Now, this culinary creation has nothing to do with the … Continue reading →
For Jared and Izabella’s wedding shower, Natalie’s sister, Valarie, made a wonderful chicken salad that came from her daughter Hilary’s recipe. There were many requests at the shower for the recipe, so here it is. This is an easy-to-make healthy … Continue reading →
I was looking for something unique to go along with hummus rather than the usual pita bread, so I modified my pizza dough recipe a bit and came up with this flatbread recipe. It’s easy to make other than it … Continue reading →
I created this recipe for New Year’s Day brunch since the Kale in the garden was still in good shape despite snow and evening temperatures in the mid teens. The oven dried tomatoes were frozen in mid September and were … Continue reading →
This is the traditional recipe for Thanksgiving turkey stuffing that Natalie has made since we’ve been cooking our own Turkey. Everyone raves about it, and for us it’s the definitive stuffing. It’s the recipe that she got from her mother. … Continue reading →
Calabacita is Spanish for squash, but in New Mexico it can mean a dish made from squash. This is a recipe from New Mexico that came via Char Welch, whose sister lives in Santa Fe. Of course I modified it … Continue reading →
This is the only salad dressing that I ever knew when I was growing up. It’s especially good on cucumber salad, but I never ate cucumbers back then. As my mother said, “I didn’t know what I was missing.” It’s … Continue reading →
This is a wonderful summer recipe when you want to grill something healthy. It is pictured here accompanied by Horseradish and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes, and Red Cabbage Coleslaw. The Quick Aioli recipe used on the tuna would definitely work on … Continue reading →
Here’s a interesting variation on mashed potatoes. Horseradish and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes May 25, 2012 by Mark Karney Ingredients Boiled Potatoes Prepared horseradish Chopped fresh Rosemary Butter or butter substitute Salt and pepper Instructions Boil the potatoes as you normally would. … Continue reading →
Making home made aioli is wonderful, but it is time consuming. Here’s a simple recipe for a quick aioli that is a delicious accompaniment for grilled fish and appetizers. Quick Aioli May 25, 2012 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1/2 cup Smart … Continue reading →
Here’s a light summer recipe that’s a colorful and delicious main dish accompaniment for summer grilled Red Cabbage Coleslaw May 25, 2012 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1/2 medium red cabbage, thinly sliced 4 green onions, thinly sliced 3 medium carrot, grated … Continue reading →
When I was growing up, despite being immersed in Hungarian cookery, no one in the family ever made Hungarian Goulash. I guess it wasn’t part of the Northern Hungarian cuisine. When Jared and Izabella went to Hungary a couple of … Continue reading →
I put this recipe together to put over meatloaf, but it would be excellent on any type of steak. It doesn’t take long to make and is lower in fat than regular gravy. Beef-Mushroom Wine Sauce February 29, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
This was one of my favorite foods as I was growing up. In my family, it was one of the few traditional Hungarian foods that we ate on a regular basis. It’s still one of Jeff’s favorites, as well as … Continue reading →
This is a quick and almost foolproof recipe with a bit of spice. It’s light and healthy and one of our favorite summer recipes, although it’s good any time of year. Thai Chicken In Napa Cabbage February 21, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
There are at least a million Chili recipes out there, and probably about a half-million Chili Cook-off contests. I took my basic recipe and enhanced it with the spices from the number one award winning recipe on the web. Chili … Continue reading →
My nephew John likes my popcorn and has requested the recipe. So here it is. When I was growing up, popcorn was our most favorite evening snack. My mother popped it in a big Wearever aluminum pan on our gas … Continue reading →
Natalie found this one in one of her Taste of Home annual which always has great recipes. This appetizer departs from the usual party fare and is a nice change. Blue Cheese & Bacon Date Wraps January 31, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
Sunday morning omelets have been a tradition with us for a long time, especially in the summer when we would rather be eating outside on our porch or deck, rather than at a restaurant. A true omelet is cooked more … Continue reading →
This is a healthy, south-of-the-border-favorite. Freshly made guacamole is a real treat. The secret is getting ripe Avocados that are not too ripe. Ripe Avocados will be darker colored and will feel slightly soft when squeezed. Over-ripe Avocados will feel … Continue reading →
This is a variation of the basic hummus recipe. We usually serve it with whole wheat pita bread triangles that have been brushed with Olive Oil and toasted in the oven. This is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious recipe. … Continue reading →
This is a variation of the basic hummus recipe. We usually serve it with whole wheat pita bread triangles that have been brushed with Olive Oil and toasted in the oven. This is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious recipe. … Continue reading →
Here’s a slightly different version of the basic hummus recipe. This version uses Cannelini Beans and is smoother and whiter than the basic recipe. Serve with pita triangles that have been brushed with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and toasted in … Continue reading →
Hummus is a staple of North Africa and the Middle East. This is my own recipe that has less fat than others as I don’t use Tahini which is high in fat. Hummus can be enhanced and modified in many … Continue reading →
Jared ate dinner at his friend Phillip’s (thus the name) house and was served this bread and we have been making it ever since. Phillip’s parents are from Italy and thus this is an authentic Italian recipe which his mom, … Continue reading →
This is a Vietnamese recipe we found in an Oriental Barbecue book. It is a fun meal because it gathers everyone around the table where you assemble your own pork wraps. Porkies (Barbecued Pork Patties) December 14, 2011 by Mark Karney … Continue reading →
Jared got this one from his friend Denise McCarthy. It is wonderful not only on Salmon, but on chicken and other meats as well. Salmon Rub (South of the Border Spice Rub) December 14, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 3 tablespoons … Continue reading →
This was, maybe, the first recipe I ever concocted. It’s old. Flank steak is often on our Christmas Eve menu and this is the marinade we use for that. I also use it for Fajitas, and I believe it would … Continue reading →
My mother would often make this side dish when we would go to Ohio to visit. It was one of Jared’s favorites — I’m glad to have found the recipe which I thought was lost. Grandma Karney’s Broccoli & Rice … Continue reading →
Natalie used to make this all of the time, we need to rediscover this recipe. Natalie’s Spinach Pie December 13, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 2 C Flour 1/2 C Cornmeal (White) 1/4 C Grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 C Butter 6-10 … Continue reading →