I’m going to be completely honest with you — I’ve always thought ganache was one of those fancy pastry-chef things that required culinary school, a double boiler, and probably a French accent. Turns out? It’s two ingredients… well, four if you count the butter and a little secret weapon I sneak in there… one glass…
Recipes by Cooking Method
Not every kitchen is the same. Some of you are working with a single hot plate. Some don't have an oven. Some just bought an air fryer and want to actually use it. This is the practical filter — find recipes that work with the equipment you actually have.
Holy Guacamole!
Avocados are a funny thing. They’re kind of like Cilantro in the way that people respond to them. People are either a huge fan or they really can’t stand them. Admittedly, I was in the latter camp on both accounts. As you can see from my last recipe, Cinco de Mayo Street Tacos, and this…
TACO TUESDAY:
Cinco de Mayo Street Tacos
Don’t get me wrong, the traditional tacos I had growing up hold a special place in my heart…especially when they’re done well. To this day, I still remember the traditional tacos my first girlfriend’s mom used to make. They were fantastic…those were traditional tacos done right! To this day, I don’t know exactly what she…
Captain America Pancakes
Hey! It’s Tax Day here in the USA!!! Yay! But who wants to talk about that? Not me…I’d rather talk food and Superheroes and make Captain America Pancakes! How bout you? Less than a week from today (April 23rd to be exact), Avengers: Infinity War, the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is…
Fried Pickles
Everything in life should be as good as Fried Pickles. Perfectly crispy. Perfectly crunchy. A little bit tart and a little bit sweet. Fried Pickles have it all…guaranteed to change the way you think of the dill pickle. Everything in life should be as good as Fried Pickles. Perfectly crispy. Perfectly crunchy. A little…
Homemade Cajun Seasoning
I’ll be honest — I kept Cajun seasoning that I got from Applebee’s when I worked there in a recycled gray plastic spice jar for longer than I care to admit. It was so good, and eventually that gray plastic spice jar was empty. Then, one day, I did a little research about what typically…
The Best Roasted Potatoes Ever!
(Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary, Garlic and Pine Nuts)
When I create recipes for Tiny Kitchen Big Taste, many of them go through a lot of testing. This was one of them. You might be thinking, “They’re roasted potatoes…what’s to test?” Well, I’m glad you asked. Actually, you didn’t…I just suggested you did so that I could tell you about all the different ways…
Heavenly Deviled Eggs
Few things remind me more of this time of year than deviled eggs. Why? Well, Easter always falls around this time of year (this year, it’s THIS Sunday)…and when you’re a kid, that means you decorate egg after egg after egg. Our basic recipe was 1/2 cup boiling water, 1 teaspoon white vinegar and food coloring…
Sausage Peppers and Onions
Whether serving this Italian favorite on a plate or making a sandwich, this Sausage, Peppers and Onions recipe can get a great meal on the table in no time flat! Super economical and filling too! Whether serving this Italian favorite on a plate or making a sandwich, this Sausage, Peppers and Onions recipe can get…
How to Make Hummus
I love easy recipes that taste great. Hummus is one of those. And it’s funny, think about it, when is the last time you thought to make hummus at home? What? Never? Hey, I totally get it…that was me! Hummus just seemed to be one of those items that’s easier to pick up at the…
Italian Chopped Salad
I love Italian Chopped Salads! There is something about them that is so substantial and satisfying. Just makes me happy!! Several years ago, a friend of mine and I would frequently head to this old school Italian joint, Antonio’s Pizzeria, in our neighborhood to get an Italian Chopped Salad. Actually, we would always order the Italian…
Chicken and Artichokes
My Mom’s Chicken and Artichokes ranks right near the top of my most favorite meals as a kid. As soon as she got out the 1980’s dark brown West Bend Electric Skillet with the cream-colored top, I knew the Fucci family was in store for most likely one of two dishes: Chop Suey or Chicken…