Nancy and I are lucky to live in the great wine country of Temecula. Many of the local wineries and restaurants provide truly great wine-pairing meals. Going to these events continues to inspire me to make great recipes. A recent meal at Angelo’s Italian Restaurant in Wildomar provided some inspiration […]
Looking for a new chicken dish to make on the grill instead of your typical BBQ chicken? How about trying the Best Chicken Shawarma Platter? This dish has so much flavor, the family will love it and this recipe will definitely find a high place on the family’s favorite list! […]
Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. Gnocchi or gnudi, you pick! First of all, what is the difference? One thing for sure is that Gnudi is not related to the bad dream you have every once in a while about the after-effects from the first college frat party you […]
It was time for me to come up with my version of the Best New York Style Pizza Recipe. I would describe my perfect pizza as New York Style, crispy on the bottom with a nice little chew to the dough. In my mind, there are no bad pizzas, just […]
Let’s make a New Orleans Feast! We have family coming over from New Orleans. So the plan is to make a dinner to celebrate their visit and to partake and enjoy some of the great dishes from that part of the country. The meal plan is to serve Grilled Oysters, […]
Today we are making the Best Birria-Style Smash Burger Taco. Birria tacos are everywhere these days. And I love ’em. I am a sauce guy. So anytime I can dip something in a sauce or gravy (ie. fries in gravy a la poutine or a seasoned french dip), I’m a […]
If you are looking for the best layered Lasagna Bolognese, you have come to the right place. Who needs 3 or 4 layers when you can make 10, 20, 50, or 100! One of my tests when checking out a new Italian restaurant is how tasty their lasagna dish is. […]
When I think back to the best Chicken Tikka Masala recipe I have ever had, my mind always goes back to a dish I had in a small restaurant in the outskirts of London, England. For those who have never been to England, there is a large Indian population; and […]
Your family has a tradition of Asian Takeout Night every Sunday. Your favorite Chinese Restaurant is no longer in business and you are very sad. What to do? Make your own, of course! Kung Pao Chicken has always been my favorite dish for Chinese Takeout. I know that Chinese Takeout […]
Beef stroganoff and Spaetzle are just a great combination. Stroganoff is just one of the all-time great comfort foods and one of the Frank Family’s favorite dishes. Today, I decided to make it with spaetzle. Typically, I have always served stroganoff with egg noodles. There are many recipes for spaetzle […]
What could be better than a chicken roulade stuffed with Nduja? Your first question might be, “what is Nduja?” Nduja is not a typical Italian dish that most of us are familiar with. Nduja (pronounced en-DOO-ya) is a soft, spreadable type of pork salami (paté-like) with Calabrian chiles and a […]
Why stop for takeout, when you can make better than takeout fried rice at home! I try to stay away from too many carbs. But every once in a while you have to take care of your cravings. The great thing about this dish is that it’s easy to make […]
I am heading to New Orleans today. Well…not really…just figuratively. What I am talking about is Jambalaya, an incredibly flavorful rice dish. Add Andouille sausage and chicken and you have a one-pot wonder. It is a very simple dish that your family will love. The Big Decision…Cajun or Creole Jambalaya? […]
Why heat up the house when it’s perfect grilling weather outside. Friends are coming over so let’s grill up some burgers! Specifically, let’s make some Smash Burgers topped off with an Animal-Style Sauce! What’s a Smash Burger? It is just what it sounds like. I am using a 3 oz […]
Who is looking for the best lasagna with a bechamel? That would be me! After researching many traditional recipes for lasagna, I came up with a recipe that definitely provides all the flavors that I wanted. It has always been one of my tests when checking out a new Italian […]
Are you looking for a traditional recipe for Pasta Carbonara? You have come to the right place! I think you will find that my recipe for a traditional and authentic pasta carbonara will care of all your needs. I like to visit my favorite restaurants when developing my recipes. So […]
Whose up for indulging in the best kebobs, Greek rice and tzatziki? If you have a grill, the probability is that you have made some version of chicken kabobs. I really enjoy the flavors of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. If you are trying to eat healthier, this is a […]
When I put together recipes for my blog, I always work on recipes that I really enjoy eating. Poutine is one of those dishes that is one of my favorites. What’s not to like when you combine a flavorful gravy, crispy fries, and cheese? The best poutine in the Temecula […]
Braised short ribs…coffee, maple, and bourbon…hash brown waffle. I am thinking that the title of this blog alone has to spur some interest in checking out exactly what the heck this recipe is all about. You just can’t find a more tender or more flavorful cut of meat than a […]
I don’t know if you have ever gone through the maze of an IKEA Store, but the reward of finding your way through the store is being able to enjoy one of the best versions of Swedish Meatballs at their in-house restaurant! I’m not quite sure how authentic their recipe […]