Quick, Easy, and Delicious Dishes
I love seafood and I love curry, so combining the two was a natural. My spicy shrimp curry is full of warm Indian flavor and I love the crunch of bok choy. Never had it? Well, don’t let this unusual vegetable keep you from trying this easy and tasty dish. You can find bok choy …
An easy to make cake with the flavors of a warm cinnamon roll Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Cinnamon rolls are one of my favorite things. Who doesn’t love the warm and delicious flavors of cinnamon, brown sugar, and a creamy cream cheese glaze? However, traditional cinnamon rolls can take a long …
A savory and saucy recipe to liven up your steak Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Steak is a popular dish, but can be expensive. My steak with cabernet mushroom sauce will make any grilled steak even tastier. I use flat iron or blade steaks in this recipe. They are typically cheaper, but …
A Dutch oven treat that is perfect for your next outdoor adventure Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, and that includes cooking. Avoiding a hot kitchen is not the only reason to take the kitchen outside. There are so many fun and delicious things …
In the summer months, it is always nice to have something cool and light to eat. One of my favorite summer time recipes is my cucumber sandwiches. They may seem like something you’d find only at a high scale function or a Royal Tea Party, but I love them for a tasty and simple dish …
Perfect Crispy Roasted Potatoes- using a bit of science Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Potatoes are so versatile and one of my favorite ways to serve them is roasted. I love the crispy outside and tender inside. Using a method that is based on science, the outside of the potatoes chunks are …
I think one of the reasons I enjoy cooking is it’s always an evolving, growing and learning experience. There are dishes I have cooked for thirty years that I still find ways to make better and there are others that I realize I shouldn’t change even a pinch. One of my most successful creations has …
With the weather finally starting to cooperate, my love of cooking outside will soon be in full swing. One of my favorite side dishes is my Creamy Cole Slaw. It is simple to make and so much better than store bought. This is a recipe that was passed down and has its roots in the …
deal with cooking and baking the same way Sally Field accepted her Oscar- “You like it! You really like it!” When that happens, it is almost guaranteed you will get that treat on a regular basis. I love it when people enjoy what I make. My husband loves his sweets, so I am constantly baking …
A sweet and tart version of zucchini bread Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I have been baking zucchini bread for decades and have yet to run out of different varieties and flavors that I have been able to create and enjoy. One of my favorites is my lemon poppy seed zucchini bread. …
