This Cheesy Green Bean Casserole with Gruyere and Panko is exceptionally delicious. It’s made from fresh green beans, a luscious bechamel sauce with Gruyere Cheese, and topped with crunchy, buttery toasted Panko breadcrumbs. This recipe is similar to my other super delicious cheesy casseroles: Cheesy Broccoli Au Gratin and Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Gruyere and…
Thanksgiving/Holidays
Fondant Potatoes Recipe with Russet Idaho® Potatoes
Fondant Potatoes, or Pommes Fondant, is an amazing recipe using russet Idaho® potatoes which are cut into cylinders and seared to golden perfection. They’re then cooked in a rich stock with garlic, butter and herbs, to ensure a smooth creamy texture inside, with an amazing aroma. This dish has the definite “wow” factor and would…
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast – Easy Crockpot Recipe
This Slow Cooker Turkey Breast is an amazing alternative to roasting a whole bird. It’s perfectly moist, simple and delicious. With this recipe, you can have your favorite Thanksgiving meal any day of the week. And the best part about it is that most of the heavy lifting is done by the slow cooker. It…
Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon is a perfect side dish for any Holiday meals. It can be done in just 20 minutes while your turkey is out of the oven and resting. Even Skeptics will love these Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts This Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon will convert any skeptic into a…
Mushroom Pierogi “Uszka” for Borscht
In Poland Mushroom Pierogi called “Uszka” are traditionally served in Borscht on Christmas Eve. They’re made from both dry and fresh mushrooms, and a simple pierogi dough of flour, water, milk, and butter. They’re beautiful and easier to make than you’d think. This post may contain affiliate links. You can read my disclosure policy HERE. Mushroom…
Borscht (Barszcz Czerwony) – Authentic Polish Recipe
Borscht – authentic Polish soup, is also known as Barszcz Czerwony. It’s a classic dish that is traditionally served on Christmas Eve. It’s made from beets and it has a clean, almost see-through consistency; it can be served in mugs to drink, or in bowls with Polish mushroom “uszka” pierogi, or Sauerkraut and Mushroom Pierogi. This…
20+ European Christmas Cookie Recipes
It’s the Holiday season and what a better way to celebrate it then with a cookie in hand. Europeans have plenty of different ways to make delicious cookies. I hope you’ll enjoy this collection of European Christmas Cookie Recipes and make one, two, or more of them for your holiday. Now I’ve lived here in…
Pizzette with Garlic Shrimp & Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
This beautiful Pizzette with Garlic Shrimp and Roasted Red Pepper Pesto is the perfect appetizer for any Holiday gathering. They’re also easy to make and taste incredible! They’re made with store-bought pizza dough; homemade roasted red pepper pesto, with Cured Mahon-Menorca Cheese; shredded Semi-Cured Mahon-Menorca Cheese; and Spanish styled Garlic Shrimp, with a hint of smoked paprika. …
Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes
If you’re looking for some cool ideas to reuse your Thanksgiving Day leftovers then I’ve got a hand-selected collection of 20 Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes. Amongst which, you’ll find pizza, pasta, risotto and ricotta pancakes for European twists + a few recipes inspired by cuisines from around the world. Because…why not? 1. Ultimate Leftover Turkey Sandwich that…
My favorite Thanksgiving Recipes
Thanksgiving is around the corner. I cannot be more excited. This year I’m spending it with my family in the sunny state of Florida. It’s beyond beautiful there. You may already have your menu all set by now but if you are still looking for some recipes, here are my favorite Thanksgiving recipes with some…
