The Mechanic CooksI’m not really a fan of ready made food. You know, the kind that comes in a box. Keep it in the freezer till you need it. However, I always have pierogis on hand. Potato and broccoli is my favorite, but some have cheese, bacon and various other ingredients. They’re good for any meal, so…
Yeah, I didn’t know that it was a dish. I love shrimp scampi, it’s delicious, the butter, wine and garlic sauce smothered shrimp sitting on a bed of linguini. I could cook it every night. However, on this particular night, there was none in the fridge. There was, however, some chicken breast. Always looking to…
I would call tuna mac and cheese casserole a comfort food. Back in the day an easy meal for the kids, box of mac and cheese and a can of tuna, 20 mins and dinner is on the table. Well, these days, I make my own mac and cheese, but the tuna is still from…
Shrimp (or prawns in England) are an abundant food source globally, they grow in most coastal regions. And, on top of that, they are delicious and easy to cook. I do love shrimp scampi, but, as usual I’m always looking for another way to cook dinner. There are other similar recipes around but this is…
Shrimp is an easy meal, little pricier than regular dinners, but definitely something to add to the menu every now and then. And this particular preparation is absolutely delicious. Shrimp, cooked in garlic, butter and white wine, served on a bed of linguine. As the post implies, it’s called shrimp scampi, read on for more…
Italian sausage is such a versatile ingredient, in or out of the casing. It has a distinctive flavor, and can be cooked so many ways. In this case, out of the casing, to make a savory baked ziti. Cooked with onions, peppers, garlic and chopped tomatoes, mixed into penne pasta with parmesan and mozzarella, baked…
I’m a foodie, the kitchen is my playground, flavors and textures are my toys. So I’m always looking for the opportunity to change things up a bit. One evening I had spicy chicken Italian sausage in the fridge, and, wanted to come up with a different way to serve it. Well, why not make meatballs.…
When it comes to bird, I’m a fan of dark meat. It’s flavorful and cooks well. I’m also a foodie, which means I’m always looking for new ways to prepare food. On this particular day, I have chicken thighs, I have a few recipes here to cook them: curried, slow cooker, pan seared. But I…
Fish makes for a wonderful meal, it’s healthy, delicious and light. I have been focusing lately on cooking for one, the importance of balancing time in the kitchen (cooking and cleaning) versus everything else you’re doing. But, that brings up a good point. Healthy meals that are easy and quick to prepare, not just for…
There’s something about a plate of pasta covered with thick red sauce. Italians have brought us some great food, and great wine. And pasta with a sauce is iconic. I have a recipe for homemade Italian sauce, it takes a few hours to put together, and it is delicious. But, I’m thinking something a little…
