Quick, Easy, and Delicious Dishes
A delicious chocolate cookie from one generation to another Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I learned how to cook and bake from my mother and grandmother and something they’ve passed down to me that is so special are recipes that are written in their handwriting. One of my favorites is my grandmother’s …
A smooth and creamy clam chowder that could be true love! Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley If opening a can is the only way you enjoy soup, then you’re missing out on a lot of flavor. The creamy, decadent taste of clam chowder is one of my favorites. Perfectly spiced and simmered, …
A Chinese dish that is this well worth staying home for Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I love Chinese food, but I often feel like it is so much work to make at home. However, my Chinese chicken and green beans is not only easy to make, it just tastes better than …
A sweet and creamy dessert that is only five ingredients and easy to make Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley One of my favorite flavors is caramel. I love the buttery sweet and slightly salty flavor. Combine this with a rich and creamy cheesecake and I’m in heaven. My caramel pecan cheesecake parfaits …
Spaghetti sauce so good it’s been passed down for generations Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I often talk about my grandmother and how much her cooking influenced my life. She had so many incredible recipes and signature dishes, but I think the one that most of her grandchildren remember was her spaghetti …
Canned tuna becomes a satisfying and delicious meal Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley If you’re looking for a delicious and easy way to use canned tuna, my tuna patties are a great way to go. They are satisfying and so simple to put together, and they’re full of flavor. Plus, these patties …
A sweet and spicy chicken that is easy and full of flavor Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I love chicken and I almost always use chicken thighs. They have more flavor and are less likely to dry out when cooking. My bacon wrapped chicken is a favorite. The bacon not only adds …
A crisp and cool pasta salad that is perfect for warmer weather Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Warmer weather has me wanting to be outside, and one of my favorite dishes as a side for grilled meat or as a light lunch, is my zesty pasta salad. It’s full of crunchy veggies …
A basic recipe for a variety of sweet rolls Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Being at home during the pandemic has given me opportunity to bake- a lot. I’ve always loved creating breads, cakes, and treats, but now I seem to be baking on a daily basis- which can be a real …
A fruit and nut filled cake that will welcome spring Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Spring is here and this time of year always puts me in the mood for my loaded carrot cake. It’s full of fruity, nutty flavors and it just reminds me of crisp, sunny days. I layer this …
