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Italian Hoagie Dip

Italian Hoagie Dip

This Italian hoagie dip is basically a deconstructed sandwich in a bowl.  It does make a good amount so you may want to take it to a large gathering and it works great as an appetizer…

Spiced Candied Almonds

Spiced Candied Almonds

These spiced candied almonds work well as a snack, on a salad, dessert, etc.  They can be a bit tricky to make as the syrup gets very sticky, but it makes a good amount to use over several…

Tzatziki Sauce

Tzatziki Sauce

This is a quick and easy tzatziki sauce that works great as a dip with pita, veggies, chips, etc…  It also is a great addition to Mediterranean dishes such as gyros or falafel.…

Cinnamon Whiskey Oatmeal Cherry Cookies

Cinnamon Whiskey Oatmeal Cherry Cookies

Time again for another holiday cookie exchange which means it is time for a new cookie.  This year we created these cinnamon whiskey oatmeal cherry cookies.  The cherries are…

Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

This chicken shawarma has a lot of flavor and works well in gyros.  If time allows try serving with homemade hummus and tzatziki. …

Chicken Saag

Chicken Saag

After looking at many Chicken Saag recipes we decided to create our own.  This is a classic Indian dish with a thick rich creamed spinach curry.  We prefer chicken but saag can …

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

This pineapple upside-down cake is very moist and has a thick layer of pineapple and brown sugar topping.  It makes a great summer dessert but works well any time of the year. …

Black Forest Cake

Black Forest Cake

This black forest cake uses the Guinness cake as a base and adds in a sweet and tart mixture of cherries and cream.   …

Firecracker Pork Fusilli

Firecracker Pork Fusilli

When we lived in San Francisco, there was a restaurant in the Castro that served a firecracker pork fusilli.  This is our attempt at recreating this dish.  The pork…

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

This is a quick and simple chocolate buttercream frosting.  It is extremely versatile and can be used on cakes, cupcakes, or any type of dessert. …

Overstuffed Chop Chicken Salad Sandwich

Overstuffed Chop Chicken Salad Sandwich

When we lived in Brooklyn, there was a bodega on the corner that made chicken salad sandwiches with deli meat.  You would choose your deli meat, cheese, and toppings which…

Bourbon Ginger Molasses Cookies

Bourbon Ginger Molasses Cookies

These cookies were born out of an invite to a cookie exchange party.  After looking at many different recipes for ginger cookies, we decided to create our own version. …