Recipe Sifter

After trying numerous green bean casseroles I was not a fan. This casserole changed my mind. Tender-crisp green beans that were actually green. Just the right amount of creamy coating loaded with mushroom flavor. And no canned tasteless fried onions. Delish!

A soft yeast dough stuffed with a quick filling of ground beef, cabbage and cheese is reasonably simply and surprisingly addictive. This mid-western Germany classic is perfect for Oktoberfest or any time of year.

Quick, easy and tasty. This cream of brocoli soup is made of broccoli, milk, sauteed onion and milk.

Didn't have cottage cheese, so I just omitted it, and used low-fat sour cream only. I also added some sun-dried tomatoes and freshly chopped parsley leaves, mixed with whole wheat spaghetti, and it was super tasty. A quick, easy and delicious week-day supper and is reasonably good for you!

We make things "from scratch" a lot so I like things that I can make easily. We doubled the recipe and fought over the leftovers.

Pâté maison poaches chicken livers in spiced water, then blends them with sweet butter, mustard, nutmeg, garlic, Calvados, and dried currants. The classic Silver Palate spread for crusty bread and a cold martini.

This soda bread was absolutely tasty, cheddar cheese, chunk of fresh onion and garlic add huge amount of flavor into the classic soda bread, of course you can always serve it with any your favorite Irish main course, but just eating itself is absolutely enjoyable!

Golden curried rice cooked pilaf-style in butter with cumin, turmeric, ginger, and cayenne, then folded with diced ham and sweet green peas. A one-pot dinner that turns leftover ham into something special.

Enjoy the decadence of this rich classic lightened up. This simple and easy French onion soup lets you enjoy without the guilt. Use any leftover bread you might have, it's extra filling using some toasty whole-wheat grain filled bread and it gives a nutritional boost.

This Thanksgiving stuffing is packed with fresh seasonal flavors. Will stuff a 10 to 16 pound turkey which serves up to 10 people.

Rich and flavorful corn bread muffins. Loaded with cheese and bits of poblano peppers.

French onion soup from Paris brasserie Au Pied de Cochon. Slowly caramelized onions, dry wine, chicken broth, and toasted baguettes under bubbling Gruyère.

A vibrant, tangy soup featuring tomatillos, sweet corn, and a touch of spice, perfect for a comforting meal. Garnished with crunchy tortilla chips, sour cream, and fresh cilantro.

Savory vegetarian pie with caramelized onions, mixed mushrooms, and Gruyere in a rustic oat-flour crust. A lighter quiche-style main dish with an earthy, nutty depth of flavor.

Creamy wild mushroom risotto made with shiitake and white mushrooms, Arborio rice, white wine, and finished with Mascarpone and Parmesan. Pure Italian comfort for two.

Decadent casserole layered with three types of onions & three cheeses. It is once a year treat. We all deserve it.