Pakistani Spicy Chickpeas

Chicken and Sausage with Bowties

Necessity is the mother of invention. This recipe was created by me because I had a 1 1/2 hour commute to/from work. I have two teenage boys who require a hearty meal to sustain them for at least 1 hour (maybe less). This recipe can be varied; use pork italian sausage if you like (cook longer), veal or pork cutlets or cubes (be careful to cook pork products thoroughly). Serve as a sandwich, skip the pasta, mix with leftover cooked rice; add small green peas or broccoli. I doubt if anything you try will go wrong. Mangia!

Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls

These Vietnamese spring rolls are a refreshing change from the usual fried variety and have become a family favorite. They are a great summertime appetizer and delicious dipped in one or both of the sauces.

Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken

Try this copycat recipe to make Panda Express orange chicken with its signature citrusy sweet and tangy flavor at home. It's all in the sauce which features orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, and red chili peppers.

Fresh Fruit Frangipane Tart

Now you can have your cake and eat pie too. Halfway between Cake Town and Pieville, there's a little spot called Frangipane Junction where almond cake and flaky buttery pastry merge to show off your favorite summer fruits in the most impressive fashion! Make this easy frangipane tart recipe and bring it to a picnic. Your friends will ask what bakery you went to. Garnish with creme fraiche and lime zest.

Tomatillo Soup

This tomatillo soup with chicken and jalapeños can be spiced up or tamed down depending on your individual taste. Keep in mind that you can substitute with canned tomatillos, drained, and chopped. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro.