Recipes
Roasted Chestnut & Herb Dressing
Roasted Chestnut & Herb Dressing is a flavorful and hearty side dish that pairs crusty bread cubes with roasted chestnuts, aromatic herbs, and a creamy base. To prepare this dressing, crusty bread is sliced into cubes and toasted to dry them out. In a skillet, butter is used to sauté minced garlic, diced yellow onion, and diced celery until softened. Broth is added to the skillet, brought to a simmer, and then removed from heat. In a large bowl, a mixture of heavy cream and eggs is whisked, and the dried bread cubes, chestnuts, fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper are added and mixed. The broth mixture is poured over the bread mixture, and everything is combined before being transferred to a greased cast iron skillet. The dressing is baked in a 350-degree oven until golden brown and set in the center, creating a delicious side dish.
Skillet Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast
Skillet Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that features a boneless turkey breast seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs, spices, and olive oil, roasted to perfection in a cast iron skillet. To prepare this dish, the boneless turkey breast is brought to room temperature and rinsed before being patted dry. It is then rubbed with olive oil, placed in a cast iron skillet, and seasoned with a mixture of dried Italian herbs, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper. The turkey breast is roasted in a preheated oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes and then at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for an additional 30-45 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees. After roasting, the turkey breast is allowed to rest for 15 minutes before removing the trussing net and slicing.
Maple Pumpkin Pecan Crumble
Maple Pumpkin Pecan Crumble is a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of pure pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and aromatic spices with a crunchy pecan crumble topping. To prepare this dessert, a maple pumpkin filling is made by whisking together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and a blend of spices. This filling is poured into a greased oven-safe skillet. The pecan crumble topping, which consists of butter, flour, brown sugar, pecans, and spices, is prepared and chilled. The chilled crumble topping is then sprinkled over the pumpkin filling. The skillet is baked in a preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until the crumble topping becomes crisp and golden brown. The dessert is served garnished with whipped cream.
Apple Spiced Oatmeal
Eggs in Purgatory is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the richness of eggs with a spicy tomato sauce, anchored by garlic and anchovy for an extra savory kick. To make this dish, olive oil is heated in a skillet and used to sauté finely minced garlic and anchovy filets. Crushed tomatoes are added and simmered until they thicken. The sauce is then seasoned with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, dried Italian herbs, butter, and grated parmesan. Dips are created in the sauce, and eggs are cracked into them. The eggs are seasoned, covered, and cooked to your preference. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley and more parmesan, perfect for scooping up with crusty bread.
Eggs in Purgatory
Eggs in Purgatory is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the richness of eggs with a spicy tomato sauce, anchored by garlic and anchovy for an extra savory kick. To make this dish, olive oil is heated in a skillet and used to sauté finely minced garlic and anchovy filets. Crushed tomatoes are added and simmered until they thicken. The sauce is then seasoned with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, dried Italian herbs, butter, and grated parmesan. Dips are created in the sauce, and eggs are cracked into them. The eggs are seasoned, covered, and cooked to your preference. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley and more parmesan, perfect for scooping up with crusty bread.
Skillet Focaccia
Skillet Focaccia is a delightful homemade bread that combines the simplicity of ingredients with the rich flavors of olive oil, garlic salt, and optional parmesan. To make this focaccia, bread flour, kosher salt, instant dry yeast, water, and extra virgin olive oil are mixed together and allowed to rest, creating a flavorful dough. After a period of folding and chilling in the refrigerator, the dough is shaped into a round ball, placed in a well-oiled cast iron skillet, and allowed to rise again. Just before baking, the focaccia is seasoned with flaky garlic salt and parmesan (optional). It's then baked until beautifully golden brown, creating a savory and aromatic bread with a crisp crust. Perfect for enjoying as a side or snack.
Garlic Butter Meatballs
Garlic Butter Meatballs are a mouthwatering dish that features savory meatballs infused with the rich flavors of garlic and butter. To prepare these meatballs, ground turkey, beef, or chicken is combined with finely minced onion, garlic, a large egg, finely shredded parmesan, fresh parsley, and seasonings. The mixture is shaped into meatballs and browned in a skillet. In the same skillet, a luxurious garlic butter sauce is made by melting butter, sautéing more garlic, and adding stock. The seared meatballs are then simmered in the sauce until fully cooked and heated through. The dish is garnished with additional parmesan and fresh parsley, resulting in a flavorful and comforting meal
Garlic & Lemon Roasted Chicken with Potatoes
Garlic & Lemon Roasted Chicken with Potatoes is a delightful dish featuring tender boneless skinless chicken breasts and baby potatoes, roasted to perfection with a flavorful garlic and lemon butter sauce. To make this dish, start by searing the chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet to achieve a golden-brown crust. Baby potatoes are arranged alongside the chicken in the skillet. In a small bowl, combine melted butter with parsley, paprika, cumin, minced garlic, and lemon juice to create a fragrant garlic butter sauce. Brush most of the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and potatoes before roasting in a preheated oven. The result is succulent chicken with a zesty, herby flavor, and perfectly roasted potatoes. After roasting, the remaining garlic butter is brushed over the dish, and it's ready to be enjoyed, perhaps with some roasted asparagus or mixed greens on the side.
Cast Iron Grilled Chicken & Zucchini
Cast Iron Grilled Chicken & Zucchini is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender grilled chicken and sautéed zucchini with a blend of spices. To make this dish, boneless skinless chicken breasts are halved horizontally to create thin cutlets. They are then drizzled with olive oil and generously seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, seasoned salt, cumin, dried mustard, salt, and black pepper. The chicken is grilled in a cast iron skillet until golden brown and cooked through. In the same skillet, sliced zucchini is sautéed with butter, minced garlic, and optional red pepper flakes until tender. The grilled chicken is returned to the skillet to rewarm before serving. This dish is a delightful combination of spices and textures.
Salmon Croquettes with Gribiche
Ingredients Salmon Croquettes 15 ounces of salmon, fresh or canned2 large eggs1 1/2 cups of panko breadcrumbs1/4 cup of parmesan, grated1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice1 teaspoon of lemon zest1 teaspoon of onion powder1 teaspoon of garlic powder1/2 teaspoon of salt1/4 teaspoon of black pepper 2 spring onions, thinly...
Shepherd's Pie
Shepherd's Pie is a classic comfort dish featuring a savory lamb filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes. To prepare this dish, start by browning ground lamb in a skillet and then combining it with onions, garlic, herbs, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, flour, and broth. Frozen peas, carrots, and sweet corn are added to the mixture along with fresh parsley. Meanwhile, boiled and mashed potatoes are prepared with butter, garlic, and cream. The lamb filling is then topped with a thick layer of mashed potatoes and baked until bubbly and golden. This hearty and satisfying meal is perfect for any occasion.
Spiced Banana Crumble
Spiced Banana Crumble is a delicious dessert that combines ripe bananas with a rich caramel sauce and a spiced panko breadcrumb topping. To make this dessert, you start by creating a caramel sauce in a cast iron skillet with brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and spices. Sliced bananas are then layered in the skillet, drizzled with caramel, and topped with a crunchy panko breadcrumb mixture. The dish is baked until the topping is golden brown and crisp. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delightful treat.