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April 12, 2015
I owe the creation of my Shrimp and Mushroom Angel Hair Pasta Alfredo Recipe to my daughter, Stella. We were talking the other day and she said she was really wanting some creamy pasta with shrimp. I was going with my sister to Birmingham for her doctor’s appointment so I thought I would go by Restaurant Depot and pick up some shrimp. Unfortunately, the only wild caught shrimp they had out was a 5 pound bag of frozen shrimp that...
August 12, 2014
Last night was a Meat-less Monday at our house. Guess what? It was so delicious, we didn’t even miss the meat. Don’t get me wrong, I love meat and don’t ever see myself becoming a vegetarian, but sometimes veggies are the way to go. I have made homemade pasta before and have been wanting to make some wide noodles. I think wide noodles go really well with a creamy vegetable sauce. Of course you have to throw in...
May 11, 2013
I really enjoyed making these Cheese Ravioli with my daughter a couple of days ago. I started making them and in the process, I thought about how I had been wanting to make a video for my blog. So I asked my daughter if she wanted to help me. She sweetly agreed and now I have my first video recipe. Thank you so much sweetheart! Mommy loves you! I had invited my friend Ange (you will remember her...
March 21, 2013
Springtime Sugar Snap Peas Asparagus Springtime is a time of freshness and renewal. When everything is regaining its vibrant green color. This recipe for Springtime Sugar Snap Peas & Asparagus captures the freshness and vibrancy of the season. It is a quick and easy dish I am sure your family will love. Springtime Sugar Snap Peas & Asparagus Save Print Springtime Sugar Snap Peas & Asparagus Author: April Ozbilgin Recipe type: Side Ingredients 1 pound Sugar Snap Peas...
March 7, 2013
Well, the weather here is chilly again and that cold wind blowing around got me in the mood for Chili. If I say so myself, this was probably some of the best I have ever made. It really hit the spot with everyone. So much so that there was not even a drop left! Try it out, I think you will really like it. Of course for all the “hot heads” (jk) out there, you can always add...
February 25, 2013
Sweet & Sour Beef & Peppers with Rice Noodles Save Print Sweet & Sour Beef & Peppers with Rice Noodles Author: April Ozbilgin Recipe type: Main Dish Ingredients ½ pound Beef Stew Meat 1 small Onion 1 Cup Sweet Bell Pepper, red, yellow and orange 2 Cups Beef Stock 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil ⅓ Cup Soy Sauce ⅓ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar 1 Teaspoon Corn Starch Dash Sesame Oil 3-4 Cloves Garlic, crushed 1...
February 4, 2013
I bought some boneless chicken thighs from the grocery store yesterday and wasn’t really sure what I was going to make. I actually did not realize they were skinless until I started to open the package. I wanted to do something with lemon and garlic but I didn’t want it to be too lemony. Well, the recipe I came up with was fantastic. The sauce was so delicious that I literally wanted to drink it by itself. The garlic...
February 1, 2013
Americans are crazy about Ranch Dip or Ranch Sauce with just about everything including Chicken Fingers, Baked Potatoes, Salads, Fries and raw veggies. I have to admit, I am not a huge fan of raw veggies on their own, but give me a little dip that tastes delicious and I really enjoy them. I like Ranch too, but not the stuff you get out of a bottle with all those preservatives. I started making this creamy feta sauce for my...
January 30, 2013
One thing I love about meatballs is you can change the spices to come up with some amazing flavor combinations. Almost every country has their own version of meatballs, and some of the most well known are Chinese, Italian, Spanish or Mexican Albóndigas, Swedish, and Turkish Köfte. It is unclear who made the first meatball but most countries claim invention of this wonderful treat. It is documented that Romans were serving meatballs around 25 AD. Most meatballs start out with...
January 25, 2013
Garlic Yogurt or Sarimsakli Yogurt Turks use Garlic Yogurt or Sarimsakli Yogurt like American’s use Ranch dressing, they put it on just about any and everything. In our house, we are the same. Not only do we use it to enhance the flavor of some already wonderful dishes, we use it as a dip for raw veggies, french fries, and oven roasted veggies. Just by adding different combinations of spices such as dill, mint, and oregano you can quickly make an...
January 25, 2013
Today my daughter tried to donate blood but was unable to do so because of low iron levels. My brain went into high gear thinking of a delicious dish she would enjoy that would help get her iron up. Since black-eyed peas are a good source of potassium and iron this recipe should do the trick. Another plus is both black-eyed peas and spinach are high in fiber. Served this black-eyed pea dish with garlic yogurt makes it even more...
January 22, 2013
Not only are carrots good for the eyes, the Vitamin A in them helps flush toxins from the body. The recipe I have for you today is a perfect meze or appetizer for when you want to drink Raki or any other grain alcohol. You can drink and not feel so bad because my Carrot Salad or Havuç Salatası is good for you and goes great with Raki! Carrot Salad or Havuç Salatası Save Print Author: April Ozbilgin...
