Thai Flavored Chicken Burger

“Chicken burgers” Thai style! These are packed with a myriad of flavors reminiscent of Thailand. The Thai might enjoy something like this in the form of a kebab or skewer on sugar cane, but since hamburgers are about my favorite Read More …

Yoccos Hot Dog Sauce

This is from “Yocco’s the Hot Dog King”…..which is the hot dog shop (now expanded) that has been around for over 75 years. Eat their sauce on dogs, burgers, sausage sandwiches (made with smoked sausage)….and there is burger in it, Read More …

Orange Brunch Muffins

A drizzle of white chocolate on top gives these muffins just the right amount of sweetness to make them a true breakfast treat. Serve them for a quick morning bite, or pass them around as an appetizer for a hearty Read More …

Cinnamon Ice Cream

Ice cream in Spain is rarely served as a desert at home. Rather, it is a decadent treat found at sidewalk cafes and in restaurants. Likewise, ice cream stands are common sight around Spain in the summer, especially throughout beach Read More …

Fried Quail With Stolichny Salad

Yar’s head chef, Maxim Tarusin, shares a recipe for quail, which he says can be found at gourmet grocery stores around Moscow or via the Internet shop Russky Dvor. Per serving: 1/2 quail torso 3g soy sauce 3g chile sauce Read More …

Beef and Asparagus Saddlebags

Rustle up this easy appetizer for a small group or a crowd. Thin slices of roast beef wrap around asparagus spears and a savory cream cheese filling, tied with a chive string. Serves 6-8 8 ounces package cream cheese, softened Read More …

Aceitunas a la Sevillana

These tasty olives, served as part of Spain’s famous tapas appetizer platters, make a great dish to pass around at a party, or as an antipasto. One 7-ounce jar green Spanish olives (preferably large), lightly crushed 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Read More …

Bruschetta with Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, and Kalamata Olives

Although bruschetta can be found on chic restaurant menus around the country, the classic is humble: a slice of grilled, roasted, or broiled Italian bread, rubbed with garlic and topped with diced fresh tomatoes and a bit of olive oil. Read More …

Asparagus Spring Rolls

Add a creative twist to your meals by serving these fresh and fun appetizers of lasagna noodles wrapped around smoked salmon and asparagus spears. 8 ounces Reduced Fat Cream Cheese (Neufchatel) 2 tablespoons Snipped Chives 2 tablespoons Milk 2 tablespoons Read More …

Wolfgang Puck’s Pumpkin Pie

Wolfgang Puck is a German-born chef who has made his mark in California. He has such goldmines as Spago’s in LA and Stars in the City plus a few more salted away around the globe. This is Wolfgang Puck’s very Read More …

Zesty Slow-Cooker Italian Pot Roast

Are you looking for an easy recipe that you can make in around 10 minutes and leave in a slow cooker all day? Thank look no further. This is very easy and will taste great! Chuck roast, potatoes, celery and Read More …

Zalivnoye

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, so it is time to start thinking about the all-important zakuska table. Zakuska is the Russian version of hors d’oevres, but being Russian, it’s bigger, brawnier, and way more ambitious. And no Read More …

Spiced Apple Butter Swedish Meatballs for 24

The most flavorful meatball around, blended with apple butter, onion and bread crumbs and baked in a rich, creamy allspice-and-honey favored sauce; its a true patron pleaser. 24 servings 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 2 cups minced red onion 2 lb. Read More …