Entertaining/Holidays

Pecan & Bacon Dijon Brussels Sprouts

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays
Brussels sprouts ~ in my book, an underrated vegetable that bring you awesome goodness beyond the holiday seasons. Famously paired with the salty, cured and crispy goodness on bacon, this recipe for Pecan & Bacon Dijon Brussels sprouts sticks to the sprout ~ bacon pairing. Adding the crunchy texture or...

Paprika Baked Drumsticks

Poultry, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays
Chicken recipes are abundant and a part of weekly menus across the country. This recipe of Paprika Baked Drumsticks takes simple pantry spices like Paprika and whips up a pretty impressive weeknight meal, that's even good enough to serve to guests. The most "exotic" item in this recipe are leeks....

Slow Cooker Saffron Rice

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays
Saffron. Just the name brings out images and flavors of decadence, earthiness,  bright colors of the East, and luxury. This recipe for Saffron Rice was made in the slow cooker, but can also be easily made over the stove-top or utilize your ultimate rice cooker. The ingredients are Momma Cuisine one-two steps....

Pork & Beans

Entertaining/Holidays, Pork, Slow cooker
This time of the year, nothing is more comforting that a complete meal made in your slow cooker. Not only is cooking in a slow cooker time efficient by simply throwing the ingredients in and forgetting about it for several hours, it also yields foods that would usually take so...

{Elegant Halloween} Warm Black Rice Salad

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Vegetarian
Halloween is the time of year very special to kids as they get to dress up as their favorite characters, chow down loads of candy, spider cupcakes, brain-shaped melons and meatballs made to look like eyeballs, just to name a few. As the kids are out and about the neighborhood...

{#Video} Momma Cuisine on @WGNNews w/ @DinaBairWGN

Entertaining/Holidays, Salads
I was invited back to the MiddayNews on WGN News for the Lunchbreak Segment where I first made my appearance a few months ago, in the early summer. This time, I'm back for the a simple and elegant Fall & Halloween inspired recipe, Warm Black Rice Salad and showing anchor,...

Baked Apples with Granola

Desserts, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Kid-friendly
'Tis the season for fresh picked apples! It is said that "An apple a day keeps the doctor away", and it's a sweet and crunchy treat this time of year. Apple pie is the dessert that probably comes to mind as soon as you smell the sweet smells of baked...

Cavatappi Pumpkin Alfredo

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Pasta, 30 minutes or less, Vegetarian
Alfredo Sauce - creamy, rich, garlicky and an Italian restaurant standard in most every Italian chain restaurants  in America.This recipe for Cavatappi Pumpkin Alfredo takes the base, the traditional white creamy and garlicky sauce and adding a Fall twist, by the addition of pureed pumpkin. Pumpkin puree, most associated with...

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30 minutes or less, Desserts, Entertaining/Holidays
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Desserts, Drinks & cocktails, Entertaining/Holidays
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Poultry, 30 minutes or less
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What is Dubai Chocolate?

Desserts, Entertaining/Holidays
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Desserts
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From Pasture to Plate: Crafting Family-Friendly Beef Recipes

Beef
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The Ultimate Guide to Egg Substitutes + 2 Delicious Recipes

Baked/Roasted, 30 minutes or less
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Homemade Flavored Coffee Creamer Recipe

Drinks & cocktails
There’s nothing like a rich, creamy cup of coffee to start your day. While store-bought coffee creamers are convenient, they often contain artificial flavors and preservatives. Making your own flavored coffee creamer at home is easy, delicious, and customizable to your taste. Whether you love classic vanilla, indulgent caramel, or...

5 Irresistible Brie Cheese Recipes to Elevate Your Holiday Party

Entertaining/Holidays
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The Benefits of Soursop Juice + 3 Refreshing Mocktail Recipes

Drinks & cocktails, Kid-friendly
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Recreate Starbucks Magic at Home with These Easy Copycat Recipes

Drinks & cocktails
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Gourmet Flavored Butters: Elegant, Edible Gifts for the Holidays

Entertaining/Holidays
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