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Cassie's Comforting Chicken & Noodles

This is an incredible Crock Pot meal. Not only is it hearty, rich and delicious, but it's also so easy to prepare. Cooking the chicken low and slow for several hours makes it tender and flavorful. The...

Author: Cassie *

Pam's Tender Fried Chicken Gizzards

I grew up liking chicken gizzards so I occasionally have a yen for them. I like them tender, but fried golden brown and crispy. It is hard to get those two descriptions at the same time. If you like them...

Author: Pam Ellingson

Tagliarini

In my home town during the 1950's and 60's it seemed like every mom made this dish, it had many names and many different ways of making it. It was called Tagliarini, Talarini, Slumgoli and goulosh. This...

Author: Linda Smith

Grandma Florence Slagle's Mock Chicken Legs

Florence Slagle was my nephew David's grandmother and a lifelong friend of mine from the little village I grew up in. Florence loved to cook and created many memories surrounding her cooking and baking....

Author: Colleen Sowa

Absolute Best Ham and Cheese Sliders

These yummy sliders are a huge hit with the family and with the folks at our local church when we bring these to brunch! Feel free to play around with the fillings....sometimes we make these with sliced...

Author: Luann Crownover

Shrimp Lo Mein (Authentic)

This Shrimp Lo Mein recipe is so good, you will never need to order take-out again. It has a perfect flavor balance and makes an excellent main course meal. I use organic ingredients whenever possible,...

Author: Karen D

Louisiana's Best Crawfish Etouffee Recipe

This traditional New Orleans recipe was handed down by my mother. Made from scratch, the simplicity is what makes it delicious and a favorite in homes and restaurants. Just remember to always used Louisiana...

Author: Donna Graffagnino

Coquilles St. Jacques

Thirty Years ago my husband and i were shopping in a speciality cook store and i purchased a set of baking shells. The recipe come with the set. I have made this scallop dish many times since then and...

Author: Linda Mitchell

Swedish (Potato) Sausage

This is a tradtional Swedish sausage recipe that has been handed down from my parants, and their parants and from Sweden around the turn of the 1900 century. Since they have both passed, I have taken up...

Author: Patti Indre

Creamed Tuna on Toast

When we were kids, my mother was on a shoe string budget. By the end of the week the cupboards were getting bare and she would have to throw something together for us to eat. This was usually what she...

Author: Linda Kauppinen

Dutch Loaf ( lunceon meat )

Found this recipe in a make your own groceries book. Since we haven't a clue what is in the lunchmeat we buy, this may help especially with knowing the sodium content. This recipe makes 2 loaves, one in...

Author: gaynel mohler

Mom's Fried Potatoes and Onions

My husband, Mark, is a meat and potatoes man. He absolutely loves this fried potatoes and onions recipe! He will actually eat this as his main meal. It's wonderful comfort food!

Author: Fran Murray

Black Eyed Pea Chili for Crock Pot

This is a great comfort chili that is healthy. and it can be made with ground turkey, bacon or other meats if desired. We like it both without the meat and with the meat;your choice. This like most chili,...

Author: Pat Duran

Authentic Halupki (Cabbage Rolls)

I spent my childhood going to Polish Festivals in the "Coal Region" of PA. The food was legendary, & above all else, I looked forward to halupki -- cabbage rolls. Oh, what a treat! When I started cooking...

Author: Michelle Koletar/Mertz

Juicy Cottage Ham dinner Crockpot

I grew up eating cottage ham. It's definitely comfort food for me. Cooking it in the crockpot is super easy and it turns out juicy and delicious!! This was all that was left when I remembered to take a...

Author: Amanda Michelle

Veal Parmesan

Made this for dinner for my Wife and Mother and they love it

Author: Chef Charles Smith

Authentic Italian Cheese Ravioli

I live in a wonderful place... Italian immigrants to the west and Polish immigrants to the east. Many of my friends grandparents were born in Italy, and so I have collected many incredible recipes over...

Author: Family Favorites

Traditional Lamb Stew

Our friend Missy married a young man from Ireland. When he finished his schooling here in the states they moved to Ireland. She has sent me several recipes from her husband's family. My favorite is the...

Author: Marsha Gardner

The Pasty from the Upper Peninsula

If you have traveled along the shores of Lake Superior or Michigan in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, you can't travel far without having a native Finnish staple in the U.P., The Pasty. From the days...

Author: Michelle McCarthy

Minnesota Wild Rice Soup

This is THE BEST Wild Rice Soup recipe! I have eaten a many cups, bowls, gallons of this soup from many places in Minnesota and this is by far the best and it took a lot of work to get this. Story is I...

Author: Barbara Kavorkian

CHITLINS AND HOG MAWS

THIS IS A NEW YEARS TRADITION AT OUR HOUSE ALONG WITH BLACKEYED PEAS, YAMS ,GREENS, AND CORNBREAD!

Author: FANNIE MCCOY

Simple Hot Dog and Potato Hash

Kids will love this simple hot dog and potato hash since it's easy for you to prepare. To me, that's a win/win recipe!

Author: Shelley Simpson

Cheesy Chicken Ranch Lasagna

Certainly a different take on lasagna! Serve with garlic bread and a salad for a wonderful meal.

Author: Tamara Martin

Wild Rice Ojibwa Style

The Ojibwa were one of the tribes that interacted with French trappers and others in eastern USA and Canada. Wild rice - Manoomin - was an important part of their diets and became a favorite of European...

Author: Carolyn Haas

Veal Parmesan

An easy to make, delicious Italian dish. Serve with spaghetti and garlic bread. Chicken can be used instead of veal.

Author: Anita Hoffman

Lu Pulu

This is a Tongan dish, a favorite among Tongans and Paalangi (white folks)! It is made with Taro leaves and corned beef, but the Taro leaves are very difficult to get in most areas so we use fresh spinach...

Author: Amy Alusa

Old Fashioned Cabbage and Noodles with Kielbasa

Cabbage and noodles is one of my all time favorite comfort foods. The addition of keilbasa (or smoked sausage) makes this a meal. Warning: once you start eating it ... it's hard to stop!!

Author: Susan Bickta

Cornish Pasties

This is a good old fashion pasty that brings back fond memories of family holidays spent in Cornwall when I was growing up. In the 18th century it was a staple diet for working men, like Miners & Farm...

Author: Denise Gregory

Squash And Zucchini with Peppers and Onions

I love squash and zucchini and so does most of my members of my family . so my mom came up with this but i have put my own spin on it and its yummy goodness and she would say !

Author: Jessica Mills

Jacques Pepin's Potato Omelet

I love Jaques Pepin's recipes,this is a favorite for breakfast or a light dinner.

Author: Patsy G

Pork and Pinto Bean Stew(crockpot)

This meal was born out of desperation! I hadn't been to the grocery and just had to cobble something together from what I had on hand. What I had was a small pork roast and half a bag of pinto beans! Desperation...

Author: cindy sandberg

BB Kings BBQ Rib Recipe

I got this one, like so many others out of a book titled "Top Secret Recipes". The book suggests that you serve with coleslaw and corn on the cob.

Author: Dona Mullins

Easy Piroshki

This recipe is from the ~Official Star Trek Cooking Manual.~ I had purchased the book in 1978 for my father who was a big Trek fan (OK, I'm a Trekkie too, LOL). The recipe is attributed to Walter Koenig...

Author: Maureen Martin

Asparagus, Ham, Pasta Bake

Yum! We love fresh asparagus. I especially like it in casseroles, and this one is yummy!

Author: Cassie *

Fried Cabbage and Corned Beef

While this corned beef dish won't win a beauty contest, it will hold a special place in your heart. It has all the traditional flavors of corned beef and cabbage without all the time or effort. Canned...

Author: Janette Suber

Simple Crock Pot Ham Hock and Beans

This is a very simple ham and bean recipe. A meaty smoked Ham Hock and homemade chicken broth with give plenty of flavor to the beans. But if you want celery and carrots or anything else added in, go for...

Author: Crystal ~

Black Eyed Peas with Ham Bone or Ham Hock

This was a common dish served when we were growing up, especially on new year's. Mom would always make these black eyed peas, soft-fried potatoes, cornbread and sliced fresh vegetables. One of my favorite...

Author: Jeanne Benavidez

Corned Beef and Rice

Canned corned beef used to be inexpensive and something to have in the pantry to fall back on. This is an easy 30 minute meal to feed a family. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does!

Author: Susan Din

Chicken livers with bacon and onions

Since my son moved out last month I notice I miss cooking for him. Threw this together when he was able to stop by tonight before work.

Author: Dana Hayden, M.Ed.

Party Ham & Egg Salad Sandwiches

A fun twist on ham and eggs! I loved both these spreads. The egg salad is creamy and the ham salad has a touch of crunchiness thanks to the celery. The presentation is lovely too thanks to the two different...

Author: Joyce Harrison

Baked Liver

This recipe is from my grandma she was a wonderful cook and baker. I will always cherish her recipes.

Author: susan simons

Refried Bean Cakes

I adapted this dish from a Cooking Light recipe for black bean cakes. It packs a nice, spicy punch and can be made in about 30 minutes. Plus I've included a recipe for leftovers, that just might be better...

Author: Linda Dalton

Asado

This is another recipe that my mother-in-law many years ago. She was a fantastic cook and I learned so much from her. Of course, she never used a recipe so I just had to watch and guess the measurement...

Author: Jeanne Benavidez

Cheese & Onion Enchiladas

Cheese & Onion Enchiladas are one of my favorite Mexican meals! Yes, just cheese, cheese, cheese and onion please...it is indulgent and just so cheesy good! For those cheese lovers out there, they will...

Author: Kimberly Biegacki

Southern Style Golden Fried Fish

Living on the coast of North Carolina, we have access to some wonderful, local fresh fish. I love flounder filets, virginia mullet and all of the other fresh catches that come in. We love Calabash style...

Author: Elaine Bovender

Pasteles Guisados (Pasteles Stew)

Since trying this recipe about 5-6 years ago, it has become my family's favorite stew. The savory pork coupled with the banana dumplings and spices mimic the tamale-like pasteles to a tee. A good helping...

Author: Laura Manuel-Arrighi

Roast Rack of Lamb with Madeira Peppercorn Sauce

Love this simple dish. I usually double the sauce because everyone always seems to want more. From Bon Appetit Every-Night Cooking.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Brats & Sauerkraut

Got this recipe from my Austrian side of the family after I tried it. The aroma makes your mouth water...

Author: Jill K

OLD MICH.FINNISH PASTIES say PASTEES

This recipe is passed down from fathers family. They migrated from Finland to upper Mich. Other Finn's to Minn.& NO.Dakota as did people from all over Europe. The pastie recipe was originally brought over...

Author: Nancy J. Patrykus

Prime Rib Seasoning

This is definitely a gourmet Restaurant quality recipe! I have had this recipe for over 30 years. I have always mixed up batches and given to people over the holidays. This is too good of a recipe, I feel...

Author: Larinda Cook