Spinach Farfalle Bolognese
Mom’s Spinach Farfalle Bolognese is sophisticated comfort food at its best! When I was growing up, my Dad’s two sisters lived in Denver and their families all came to our house for Christmas Eve dinner. Every year Mom always made this scrumptious Spinach Farfalle Bolognese casserole. Why? Well, because (1) it’s a crowd pleaser, (2)… Read more »
Shepard’s Pie
I created this Shepard’s Pie recipe one night when I was looking for something to do with leftover Mashed Potatoes with Parsley and Chives. It was a cold, snowy night in Denver, and comfort food seemed the perfect thing to warm us up! Robert loves this flavorful, hearty dish. I make it with a mixture… Read more »
Mom’s Corned Beef & Cabbage
Mom’s Corned Beef and Cabbage is full of flavor, due to slow-and-low braising of the brisket in a flavorful broth, combined with a delicious glaze of mustard, brown sugar and cloves. Potatoes, carrots and cabbage are cooked in the meat broth, infusing them with onion, garlic, clove and corned beef flavors. St. Patrick’s Day is… Read more »
Italian Meatloaf
Easy to prepare with pantry ingredients, Italian Meatloaf is super moist and flavorful – and the leftovers make great sandwiches the next day! Why is it that sometimes the best recipes are the result of creating a new dish only using ingredients you have on hand – and that you need to use up? The… Read more »
Well Seasoned Cajun Meatloaf Recipe
Cajun Meatloaf takes traditional meatloaf up to a whole new level with the addition of ground pork, jalapeño pepper, and numerous spices including paprika, cayenne, cumin and white pepper. Moist and juicy with just the right balance of spiciness, this easy to prepare meatloaf will be your new go-to favorite! Next level Well Seasoned Meatloaf… Read more »
Pork Tenderloin with Port, Balsamic and Cranberry Sauce
Juicy, tender Pork Tenderloin with Port, Balsamic and Cranberry Sauce is a versatile dish that’s easy enough for everyday and sophisticated enough for entertaining! Beautiful Pork Tenderloin Medallions I like to serve this Pork Tenderloin with Port, Balsamic and Cranberry Sauce at dinner parties during the holidays with wild rice as an accompaniment. The colorful… Read more »
Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy
I wasn’t sure at first whether to put this recipe on the website or not, then I made it one more time for Robert, who said I was crazy not to post it. Salisbury Steak is a classic dish that I remember eating as a kid, that is still just as delicious today. And, it’s… Read more »
Spicy Pork Chops with Chimichurri Sauce
Boned pork loin chops are dusted with a spicy rub of paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder and three different ground peppers in these Spicy Pork Chops! They are served with a tangy, colorful, garlic-y Chimichurri Sauce alongside. Chimichurri, a sauce from Argentina usually served with meat, is typically made with parsley, garlic,… Read more »
Kidwell Family Tacos
Kidwell Family Tacos are easy to prepare, and customizable to your tastes. You can use ground beef, bison, turkey – even ground elk! Or go vegetarian, and make them with chopped zucchini and carrots. Cousin Jim Kidwell and his daughter Sarah are both fabulous cooks, and their Kidwell Family Tacos are the best you will… Read more »
Eggplant Parmesan with Sausage, Mushroom and Olive Marinara Sauce
Eggplant Parmesan with Sausage, Mushroom and Olive Marinara Sauce is make ahead comfort food at it’s best! My husband Robert has been known for his delicious Eggplant Parmesan for longer than I have known him. I have been bugging him to give me the recipe so I could share it with you all, but since… Read more »
