Quick, Easy, and Delicious Dishes
A leafy green version of an Italian favorite Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley A salad can be the perfect side dish, but it can also be pretty boring if you simply resort to lettuce and dressing. However, chopping, sprinkling, and measuring a bunch of ingredients can turn an easy and healthy side …
A cookie bar that is layered with delicious flavors and textures Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Cookies are a staple at my house. If they aren’t in the cookie jar, they are in the freezer waiting to be put in the cookie jar. I always have them on hand, or at least …
A saucy and flavorful chicken that is easy to make and clean up Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley For me, cooking is fun, but I know that for many people it’s a lot of work. And that has a lot to do with the prep that goes into cooking and the clean …
My coconut pineapple rice is so delicious and yet it is so simple to make- it’s unexpected. It is the unexpected things in life that are the most wonderful. Of course that isn’t always the case, like the time I surprised my husband in the store by sneaking up on him and swatting him on …
My spicy Asian short ribs is a dish that is so flavorful and tender. It is one of my go-to recipes when I’m having people over. Not only is it delicious, it is also easy. It is made in the slow cooker, so you prep it and then let it cook most of the day. …
I enjoy cooking healthy, but if it doesn’t taste good, what’s the point? No amount of “It’s good for you” is going to matter to a family staring at a plate of yuck. When it comes to salads, the dressing is often what makes it or breaks it. If it isn’t thick and rich, you …
This honey soy pork roast is so tender and savory. Using a pork tenderloin, you simply simmer slowly in a delicious Asian sauce.
Sweet memories live on in a family favorite treat Tales of the Dinner Belle Food isn’t only a necessity in life; it is also a source of comfort, tradition and just plain enjoyment. I love to cook for people. It is my way of expressing love. My husband complains that I sabotage his attempts at …
A recipe from the past, that is fresh for today My grandmother, Beulah is amazing. At ninety-three she is spry, giggly, and sweet, and is still one of the best cooks I know. As a child, I used to stand on a stepstool and watch as she made spaghetti, pies, casseroles, and soups. And everything …
This time of year is all about fresh food. My garden is starting to produce and I love using all those fresh vegetables. One of the early crops is the snap peas. They are tender and sweet and even though I find myself eating them while I’m standing in the garden, they are also perfect …
