A gratin is a dish topped with a golden browned crust of breadcrumbs and/or melted cheese. In France, gratins are generally made with potatoes. This Easy Make Ahead Zucchini Gratin is an amazing deviation which will have you coming back for more! When I got home from work, the proverbial question arose – “What’s for…
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Twice Baked Potato Casserole
Twice Baked Potato Casserole takes the lowly baked potato to new heights with bacon, cheddar cheese, sour cream and butter to create an amazing side dish that is creamy and cheesy. It’s perfect for the holidays and family get-togethers when you want a spectacular dish. Twice baked potato casserole can be made ahead of time…
Grated Potato Galette à la Julia Child
Julia Child’s Grated Potato Galette is a simple, but elegant dish to serve for any occasion. Think of hash browns on steroids! The Grated Potato Galettes from Julia Child’s The Way to Cook are not only absolutely delicious, but also easy to make with a minimum of ingredients. The Way to Cook is an incredible cookbook that has…
Crispy Cajun Onion Strings with Spicy Dipping Sauce
Crispy Cajun Onion Strings with Spicy Dipping Sauce are as easy to make as they are addictive to eat. The Onion Strings are amazing on their own and delicious when piled high on a juicy burger or as a crunchy topping for your favorite casserole. The Spicy Dipping Sauce is equally amazing and perfect for…
Easy Fried Potatoes and Onions
Fried Potatoes and Onions are a Southern favorite. The fried potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender in the middle and flavored with caramelized onions. They are super easy to make and are absolutely delicious for anytime meals. Ingredients for Fried Potatoes and Onions I used the following simple ingredients for these wonderful Fried Potatoes…
Tomato Vidalia Onion and Cucumber Summer Salad
Two of the best things about summer (well, almost summer!) are homegrown tomatoes that actually taste like tomatoes and Vidalia onions. This summer salad combines the tomatoes and onions with cucumbers and an awesome dressing. It’s perfect for your summer cookout! Ingredients for the Summer Salad For the actual Summer Salad, I used tomatoes from our garden, Vidalia…
Gazpacho Soup
Gazpacho soup is super easy to make with fresh summer veggies, tomato juice, vinegar, and olive oil. Serve chilled with garlic croutons for a light and delicious meal. This cold and tangy soup is a refreshing way to beat the summer heat. About Gazpacho Gazpacho a Spanish soup generally hailing from Andalusia. The word gazpacho…
Instant Pot Mexican Rice with Black Beans
Instant Pot Mexican Rice with Black Beans is an amazing one-pot meal that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s a meal in itself and is quite versatile. Dress it up with some shredded chicken, include it in a burrito, or lay enchiladas on top before they’re baked. You’re in for a real treat regardless of the…
Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fries
Zucchini Fries are an amazing alternative to potato fries when you want the crispiness and crunch but without the calories and carbs. These Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fries are dusted in flour, dipped in an egg and milk mixture and coated in a combination of Panko bread crumbs and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Then, they are…
Portabella Mushroom Burgers
Portabella Mushroom Burgers are a healthy and delicious alternative to the traditional beef burger. “Meaty” Portabella mushrooms are marinated in an awesome balsamic vinegar marinade and cooked to perfection. Served on a bun with your favorite toppings, these burgers are a perfect solution for a meatless meal. Portabella or Portobello Is it Portabella or Portobello?…
Crispy Mojo Potatoes
Mojo Potatoes are amazingly crispy and crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Mojos were made famous some years ago by Shakey’s Pizza. They are a snap to make and are perfect for a game day appetizer, a side dish or anytime when you’re craving deliciousness. Shakey’s Released Its Recipe for Mojo Potatoes…
Cucumber Dill Salad (Gurkensalat)
Cucumber Dill Salad or Gurkensalat easy to make and goes perfectly with your favorite barbecues. This light and refreshing salad pairs a sweet and sour combination of vinegar and sugar with cucumbers, onions and dill. We first had this amazing salad in Hamburg, Germany. After doing some experimentation, I was able to duplicate what we…