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The Best Crab Cakes!

If you are looking for the Best Crab Cakes, you have come to the right place! Crab cakes are so good and versatile, that they can be used as a main course or as an appetizer. There’s nothing better than eating good quality crab as the main ingredient in one […]

Let’s Make a Potato Pavé

Let’s Make a Potato Pavé! I’m always looking for something different that sets my taste buds going. I have been seeing what looked to me to be a block of potatoes which caught my eye. Looking further into what the heck this dish was all about, I found out that […]

Let’s Make a New Orleans Feast!

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, […]

Best Recipe for Mexican Rice Ever!

This last week I made some fajitas which meant I needed to make the best Mexican Rice Ever as a side to go with it! Every Mexican Abuela has her own variation of this dish and since I don’t have one I needed to do a little research. One constant […]

Latkes are Just the Best Potato Pancakes Ever!

Latkas are just the best potato pancakes ever! It’s the holiday season and Hanukkah is here. Why not make these crispy cakes of goodness? They are simple to make, so no excuses not to. A Couple of Good Hints! Here are a couple of good hints to remember when making […]

Beef Stroganoff and Spaetzle…a Great Combination!

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 […]

A Great Version of a Traditional Pasta Carbonara!

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 […]

Polenta Elote…The Best Ever!

Elote is probably the best version of corn on the cob on the planet! When you put together mayo, sour cream, chile powder, and other herbs and spices, and cook it on the grill; that taste combination is just amazing! Since the season for corn on the cob is May […]

Cauliflower Rice, So Good! So Easy!

Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. T.G.I.S. (Thank God It’s Someday!) Back in the old days when I was first introduced to cauliflower, I can say that I was not impressed with this vegetable. In fact, it was downright awful! I could not get past the smell. Obviously, it was the […]

Butternut Squash and Pumpkin Soup

It is that time of the year when soup starts to sound really good. Whether you are looking for a main course for Lunch or a side dish for the Holidays, a bowl of hot soup can be the perfect answer! As always, thanks for Spending Time In My Kitchen!

The Best Pumpkin Bread

This is the pumpkin bread recipe I use with my Pumpkin Bread Sausage Wild Mushroom Stuffing. Don’t let that stop you from making this easy recipe anytime you are in the mood! It is great for breakfast. Toast it up and add a little honey butter. Perfect!! As always, thanks […]

Best Turkey Day Stuffing Ever!

Absolutely one of the best food days of the year! I just love Thanksgiving. Not only is it a great day to hang with the family and watch football games, but we can reflect on all the things we can be thankful for as we loosen our belts and enjoy […]

The Best Spicy Crab Dip

Let’s make the Best Spicy Crab Dip tonight. Sometimes you just want a dish that is quick and easy to make. Something you can make for the Sunday Football Game Tailgate. Or something to eat while you and that special someone watch your favorite TV shows. This is just a […]