Fresh pasta is well worth the effort, and the process is not that difficult—especially if you have a KitchenAid pasta attachment or similar equipment. Making it all by hand is equally soulful, if not more so. This dish uses a David Rocco recipe, a Canadian chef with Italian roots who has fed and entertained us…
Category: Dinner
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Pan-Seared Veal Cutlets with Za’atar
Friends introduced us to the za’atar spice during a salsa and mango chutney canning session. The enchanting aroma of this Middle Eastern spice is earthy and herbal, with a touch of citrus. When I smell it I think of a warm bread coming from the oven. Za’atar can be used to season vegetables, added to…
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Today is Thanksgiving in Canada, and I bet many family celebrations will include a bowl of Brussels sprouts. They are one of my fav fall/winter veg, in addition to flower sprouts which should be out soon at the farmer’s market. But I suspect most kids at the dinner table will *pass* on the bowl of…
Deep Fried Chicken Thighs
Decadent fried chicken made with beef tallow for richer flavour and less guilt—crispy outside, juicy and tender inside.
Grilled ‘Edelstück’ Lamb Ribs
Lamb ribs from a unique cut are grilled to a herby, smoky perfection and are just as enjoyable the next day, served cold.
Easy ham, cheese, and egg casserole
Looking for an easy dish to serve for breakfast or brunch? Heck, you can also make this casserole for dinner or on Christmas Day for Santa’s Breakfast. The beauty about this recipe is you can prep it the night before so its ready to pop in the oven the next morning. Leaving you extra time…
Oma Marion’s Oven-baked Pork Roast with Hefeklöße
Ralph has fond memories of his mom making this meal. Hefeklöße are a German version of a steamed dumpling and are ideal for mopping up gravy. Or you can pour a sweet fruit sauce over top and have them for dessert. Whenever Ralph makes them, I devour at least three or four. If you make…
Low and Slow Oven-Baked Pork Spareribs with Homemade BBQ Sauce
In winter or unfavourable grilling weather, baking ribs low and slow in the oven is equally delicious and results in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. Making a homemade BBQ sauce is easy, doesn’t have added preservatives, and allows you to tweak the sweet and savoury flavours to your liking. Pork spareribs are incredibly inexpensive in Germany and…
Schnitzel and Sauerkraut
Master a classic schnitzel and immunity-boosting sauerkraut at home. Crispy golden schnitzel with veal, pork, or chicken, paired with savory, tender sauerkraut.
Layered Ground Beef Cheesy Pie with Rice Paper
A comforting layered pie with spiced ground beef, tender potatoes, creamy sour cream, and crispy rice paper—perfect for family dinners.