These pierogi are a sophisticated, ‘grown-up’ take on traditional Polish comfort food. The mellow winter squash is counterbalanced by warm undertones from spices and given a surprisingly delicious kick with the addition of fresh sage. A perfect dish for autumn.
Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Cake
This cake is great for fall, and is low fat, too! Pumpkin provides moisture and subtle flavor, which is enhanced by fall spices. This cake is ultra light. Bake in a tube pan or in layers.
Seasoned Bread Crumbs
Another great master recipe to keep on hand, this bread crumb mix can be kept on hand and used anywhere you want to bread food. It’s a great use for stale bread, or for any bread recipe that might have flopped (Hey, it happens!).
McDonald's Style Southwestern Chicken Salad
This recipe was inspired by McDonald’s incredible Southwest Chicken Salad. Crisp romaine or iceburg lettuce is topped with Cilantro Lime Chicken, black beans and corn, and (if desired) sharp cheddar cheese. This recipe is formulated to serve four people. Please adjust amounts accordingly.
Sausage, Apple, and Cranberry Stuffing
This stuffing is a nice change from the ordinary stuffing and imparts a seasonal flavor that’s hard to beat. Homemade Beef or turkey sausage adds a smoky flavor to the stuffing, and apples contrast with cranberries in a subtle nod to autumn.
Oregano-Lime Grilled Lamb
Persian limes and oregano provide a surprisingly light and pleasing contrast to the distinctive flavor of lamb. Grilling on the fire adds a smoky note and compliments the flavor of the lamb like nothing else can. Serve this with lots of garlicky mashed potatoes and a fresh green salad.
Bojangles' Style Dirty Rice
The Bojangles fast food chain of restaurants sells this popular Cajun side dish all across the South. This recipe comes awfully close to the real thing, and is a full meal if mixed with chili beans! Don’t be scared of the chicken livers — you won’t taste them, but they provide the essential smoky topnote [...]
Coconut Lime Tilapia
Cocounut and Lime are a fantastic combination and bring out the best in fish. A savoury sauce compliments the flavours of the fish and adds a bit of a spicy (not hot!) kick. Serve this with a nice rice pilaf and some fresh sugar-snap peas. This recipe makes 4-6 generous portions.
Chicken Potstickers
Potstickers are tasty dumplings, filled with meat and vegetables, that can be steamed or pan fried. The secret to a good potsticker is to roll the dough very thin. This recipe makes about 60 potstickers. Feel free to half the recipe, and make other fillings, for a variety.
Potato and Cheese Filled Appetizer Triangles – Bourekas
These popular Middle Eastern and Jewish pastries, called bourekas, are filld with a savory cheese and potato mixture and baked. They freeze and reheat extremely well. This recipe should make about 75 triangles.
Russian Tea Room-Style Beef Stroganoff
This recipe was inspired by the beef stroganoff at the famous Russian Tea Room in New York City. Tender slivers of beef are surrounded by a creamy, savory sauce subtly enhanced by tomato and mushroom and served over egg noodles or rice. The original was made with filet mignon. For budgetary purposes, we’ve given you [...]
Potato Corn Chowder
This is Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food at its best — super simple and cheap, and thick to ward off the bitter cold.

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