by Tom Pierro | May 15, 2014 | Beef, Crock Pot, Dinner
This dish is typically braised, but does just fine in a crock pot. We make it with a loose sauce that is meant to be absorbed by the noodles, but see tip below for thicker stew option. Here’s what you need for two dinner servings: 4 beef short ribs 1/2 cup baby...
by Tom Pierro | May 13, 2014 | Curry, Dinner
This is my own personal receipe for curry powder that I developed from many sources, including my favorite cookbook by Stendal and advice from a very good friend. The list has 20 different spices that i try to keep on hand, but don’t feel compelled to use them...
by Tom Pierro | May 12, 2014 | Dinner, Fish
Another simple date night special. Pick up a couple swordfish steaks and make sure you have: Olive Oil Butter Salt Pepper Few garlic cloves 1 Lemon White wine of your choice 1. Prep the fish – Swordfish should come in steaks and if still has the skin around it,...
by Tom Pierro | May 12, 2014 | Chicken, Dinner, Pasta
This is the recipe that started the whole idea for this site. Basically, a friend asked what he could make for a special dinner with a special lady. So my wife suggested Chicken Marsala and said that was the dish that turned her into Mrs. Pierro! This may not be the...
by Tom Pierro | May 12, 2014 | Seafood, Snacks, Soup
This is really more of a soup or chowder than a thick bisque. The recipe sounds more complex than it is, but it does require some time and dedication. It’s quite decadent and will be worth the effort. Here’s what you need: 2 Shallots (diced) 1 Stalk of...
