Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs typically consist of shelled and halved hard-boiled eggs that have had their boiled yolks removed and blended with ingredients such as mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, and seasonings into a smooth paste, which is then added back to the cavities of the egg whites.   This all-time favorite is usually finished with paprika on top, …

Pastelón

This plantain-based casserole is a staple in Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine. It consists of sliced or mashed plantains that are layered with minced meat. The meat used in the dish is usually the Puerto Rican version of picadillo—a hearty stew prepared with a combination of ground meat and tomato sauce, while the common additions often …

Hoagie

Hoagie has been declared the official sandwich of Philadelphia in 1992, consisting of an Italian roll that is sprinkled with oil and vinegar, then layered with onions, tomatoes, shredded lettuce, provolone cheese, and different types of meat according to the customer’s preference.   The authentic Philly hoagie is complete only after the addition of oregano, …

Cobb Salad

A shining example of American ingenuity and creativity, Cobb salad was invented in the 1930s at The Brown Derby, a famous Los Angeles restaurant whose owner, Robert Cobb, found some leftovers in the kitchen – hard-boiled eggs, salad greens, chicken breast, avocado, chopped bacon, tomatoes, and Roquefort cheese among them.   He tossed all of the ingredients with …

Twinkie

Twinkie is an American product that started its life in 1933, when a baker named James A. Dewar invented a snack cake with a banana filling for the Continental Baking Company. The company charged a nickel for a package of two Twinkies, and the affordability of the product helped in boosting its sales. In the 1940s, …

Bread Pudding

Bread pudding is an old dish that has been prepared since Medieval times in Europe and the Middle East. However, it is extremely beloved and defining in the cuisine of New Orleans. The dish consists of stale bread that is bathed in a combination of milk, sugar, eggs, nuts, and fruits, and is then baked …

13 Romantic Breakfast in Bed Ideas Perfect for Valentines Day

The BEST 13 Romantic Breakfast in Bed Ideas Perfect for Valentines Day. Everything from chocolate banana bread, to egg cups, frittatas, chia pudding, mimosas, waffles and ricotta toast! Breakfast in Bed. The idea of not getting up to get “all the things” ready for my other humans. But to just lay in bed, sleep in …

Light Creamy Strawberry Chia Pudding with only 5 Ingredients

Paleo & Gluten Free Strawberry Chia Pudding made with only 5 ingredients. Filled with fresh strawberries, naturally sweetened with coconut milk and honey. This Chia Pudding recipe is great for a light breakfast option or dessert! An Easy & Delicious Chia Pudding Recipe We are officially in the season of all things red and pink …