Tag: Lunch

Falafel

I tasted some Falafel and found that they are very tasty as a snack. The crunchy exterior and juicy interior are truly addictive. Some may not have had Falafel and probably think of it as a try vegetarian meatball, but if prepared well taste amazing. Falafel is mainly made out of chickpeas and…

Oriental Salad

Oriental Salad is something my mother-in-law has made, when they would do their fast for Easter and not eat any dairy or meat. It is a very simple dish and takes literally less than one our of your time. The acidity of the vinegar and the nice crunch of onions will make it…

Shepherds Pie

Shepherds Pie is a nice potato dish made with beef or lamb and is a very hearty dish. I really love this dish for its simplicity and easiness of preparation. I grew up eating it and I’m sure you will enjoy this dish as well. Some like to bake it without cheese on…

Potato Meatballs

Potato Meatballs as you can tell have parts meat and potatoes in it. The potatoes will add some softness to the meatballs and also help keep them together. Overall they will stay moist and won’t taste dry. This recipe is a good alternative with those who can’t eat gluten and look for a…

Potato Egg Tuna Salad

Potato Egg Tuna Salad is another variant of a potato salad. Some here might be apprehensive to add tuna into this salad, but it won’t be heavily fishy tasting. The tuna will just another subtle flavor and the olives will add a new saltiness to this dish. A big tip I would give…

Pulled Chicken Fricassee

Pulled chicken fricassee has been a staple dish in my family growing up. I now cook it for my own little family. You can safe time by using only chicken breast. A whole chicken is a flavor bomb that comes from boiling the carcass of a chicken. Boiling a whole chicken with aromatics…

Cheesy Lasagna

I’m not an Italian, but still wanted to enjoy making a cheesy lasagna for the family. My mother taught me this recipe a while ago and I have eaten this Lasagna, since I could remember. The best part of a Lasagna was the corner and eating it next day again. I have found…

Instant Pot Filled Peppers

I have visited and lived in several countries and found that filled peppers are a common dish. This version is a combination of the flavors I have found over the years. I do recommend cooking these in an Instant Pot, since it is meant to be quick and feed a family.

Bean Soup (Ciorba de fasole)

Bean soup or ciorba de facole is a staple in my mother-in-laws house. You can serve this as a vegetarian dish or add a dollop of sour cream into the soup.

Tuna Sandwich

Tuna Sandwich is something I grew up with. It was quickly made and took little effort. I mean even when I was a lazy teenager I had no issues to create this little dish. You literally just need a bowl and a fork. The older I got the more variations I created and…