by Tom Pierro | Jan 17, 2017 | Dinner, Seafood, Snacks, Soup
Here’s a savory satisfying soup that’s sure to warm you up on a cold day. Here’s what you need: 4 cups washed, cubed red potatoes 2 tbsp chopped onion 1/4 cup fresh chopped celery or 1/4 tsp celery seed 1 tsp salt 1/2 lb shrimp (par-cooked and...
by Tom Pierro | Jan 2, 2017 | Beef, Dinner
A Christmas tradition from Whoville that the Grinch himself would be proud to carve. This recipe is for a 4 bone standing prime rib roast (10lbs) which will feed 6-8 adults as a main course, with some leftovers. Great for holidays and special occasions. When making a...
by Tom Pierro | Dec 26, 2016 | Dinner, Italian, Pasta, Salads, Seafood, Snacks
A nice and easy pasta dish for the holidays. Enjoy fresh or chilled. 1 lb pasta – bow ties, elbows, etc 1 lb large boiled (21-25) shrimp, cut in half 12 kalamata olives, cut in half 12 grape tomatoes, cut in half 12 sun dried tomatoes, sliced 8 oz fresh baby...
by Tom Pierro | Nov 22, 2016 | Dinner, Snacks, Soup, Veggies
This is the most amazing butternut squash soup! Fresh from Mom’s garden and just in time for Thanksgiving. Topped with fresh whipped cream and fried onions … 4 cups cubed butternut squash 1 cut-up onion 3 cups chicken broth (or enough to go 1″ above...
by Tom Pierro | Sep 9, 2016 | Dinner, Snacks, Veggies
Spaghetti squash in a creamy avocado-garlic-lemon sauce, topped with roasted garlic and bacon. OMG SO GOOD! Split spaghetti squash down the middle, then steam in the microwave for 10 mins, loosely covered, with some water in the bottom of the container. Scoop out the...
by Tom Pierro | Aug 24, 2016 | Chicken, Curry, Dinner, Leftovers
Ok, so this is going to sound unusual, but it’s really good and easy to make. Inspired by various leftovers and craving for a quick curry, this dish uses a secret ingredient from the Chicken Curry Sub made by a local market called Swifty’s. Don’t...
by Tom Pierro | Jul 19, 2016 | Dinner, Leftovers, Snacks, Veggies
Perfect pizza for quick dinner or snack in 5 easy steps. 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. 2. Lay pita upside down on tin foil. 3. Spoon thin layer of tomato sauce. 4. Cover with shredded cheese. 5. Bake for 10 min or until bubbly. Tip: Let the pizza cool for a few...
by Tom Pierro | May 29, 2016 | Chicken, Curry, Dinner
Inspired by that nebulous “chicken on a stick” you find at just about any fair, carnival or festival, this recipe is quick, easy and way better. It can be done with any cut of chicken, but boneless thighs are the best because they don’t dry out and...
by Tom Pierro | May 2, 2016 | Beef, Crock Pot, Dinner, Pork
This recipe is based on a chili I learned to make working in a local restaurant as a kid and Papa Louie’s Award-Winning Venison Chili. You can use any kind of ground sausage or ground meat, but this one was made with spicy venison sausage. Here’s what you...
by Tom Pierro | Apr 13, 2016 | Chicken, Dinner, Leftovers
This dish is a staple in our house and comes in many forms depending on what’s in the frig. Here’s how this one took shape … Add chopped leftover turkey and oil to frying pan or wok and heat until spitting. Add chopped tomatoes, salt and garlic...
by Tom Pierro | Jan 18, 2016 | Dinner, Pasta, Seafood
This is a Papa Louie time-tested classic recipe and beats any I have ever had. The key is to use fresh hard shell clams but canned clams can be used in a pinch if needed. Here’s what you’ll need for 4-6 people: 2 dozen true “top neck” clams (or about 50 typical farm...
by Tom Pierro | Sep 1, 2015 | Dinner, Leftovers, Pasta, Veggies
These were made from purple majesty potatoes grown this summer. Used a batch of leftover mashed potatoes that were frozen so that all the hard work wouldn’t go to waste. Ended up coming in handy! 2 cups of warm, mashed potatoes 2 cups of all purpose flour Extra...
