Quick, Easy, and Delicious Dishes
A hearty and satisfying main dish with some surprising flavors Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley My tangy mushroom pork chops are so satisfying and saucy, not to mention, so easy to make. The browning of the chops gives them a lovely color and seals in the juices, making them tender and delicious. …
A versatile dessert made from leftover ricotta cheese Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley My ricotta cheese pie is good for two reasons- first, it’s a sweet and spongy dessert that can be served a number of ways- You can top it with jam or chocolate, or just dust it with a little …
A sweet and moist cake that doesn’t need frosting Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Want dessert but not the fuss? Here is a delicious little treat that is so easy to make and yet has a moist and spongy texture that is both tasty and not too rich. My cream cake uses …
Cashew Chicken that was worth traveling the country to find It is surprising when traveling around the country how different a dish can be from one coast to the other or even one city from another. Pizza in New York is completely different than in Chicago or San Diego and Iced Tea in Georgia is …
Salad is so much more than lettuce and a few tomatoes. Salad should be something that stands out and sets the tone for the rest of the meal. For me, salad often is the meal. I love the fresh flavors of veggies and vinegar, and my marinated mushrooms and spinach salad is one of my …
There is something about Americans and their sauces. Every part of the country seems to have their claim to a certain sauce. In Idaho, we have fry sauce, which you either love or hate. In the South barbeque sauce is more vinegar and in the West it is sweet and thick. And then you have …
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 …
