When I think about comfort food, I usually think... heavy, fattening, deep fried, and guilty guilty guilty!!!
Luckily, this recipe for chicken parmigiana is not only delicious comfort food but leaves you guilt-free. It's a light, fresh and easy version of the classic dish, so you won't feel bad going back for seconds!
ModernMom got the chance to chat with world-famous chef Hubert Keller. Hubert is the known for his restaurant Fleur de Lys in San Francisco and Las Vegas and his gourmet Burger Bar, in Las Vegas, St. Louis, and San Francisco. Below, he shares some fantastic recipes to try out this summer. Seriously, our mouths are watering. Try out the beer burger and let us know what you think!
Summertime has to be one of my favorite times of the year...sunshine, swimming pools and, of course, BBQ's! And what's better than BBQ-ing on a Saturday afternoon? It's probably about the only meal I prepare that I can get my kids to eat all of their chicken, steak or fish without any fuss. They gobble it down!
Ever looking for delicious Mexican recipes? We always are and were thrilled to stumble upon this one. It's to die for!
We're huge fans of South of the Border flavors and we don't need Cinco de Mayo as an excuse to whip up some yummy Mexican food. We're always game :).
Everyone has a favorite meatloaf recipe, but, for people who have had the BBQ Meatloaf entree once offered at Piccadilly Cafeteria, the unique Piccadilly twist on this American classic may be their top choice. The Piccadilly Cafeteria, a chain of 115 cafeteria-style restaurants stretching across 15 states, first opened in 1944 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Since that time, the restaurants have worked to stay true to their original mission: to provide wholesome, home-style meals at an affordable price for families. Their BBQ Meatloaf is no exception. This recipe features a basic template for you to produce a Piccadilly BBQ Meatloaf at home, complete with your own personal twists.
Imagine this: You're 12 years old and you come home from school on a gloomy, rainy day. After sloshing around in giant puddles all day, all you really want to do is curl with a blanket and sit in front of the fireplace...with your homework, of course (thanks Mom!). It seems like hours have passed by when Mom's "Dinner!" call finally reaches your ears. You walk up to the table and what do you see, sitting in a big bowl with steam rising toward the ceiling? SPAGHETTI. The perfect comfort food.
Whether you are a full-time vegetarian or simply want to cut down on meat consumption, vegetarian dinners are a healthy option for the whole family. The options extend beyond a plate of lettuce to include a variety of delicious foods. Keeping the vegetarian meals simple means less time in the kitchen and more time with your family after a busy day.
In the southern United States, a barbecue without pork isn't a real barbecue. Shredded pork, also called pulled pork, is an economical dish well-suited for entertaining. It takes little preparation and cooks for anywhere from four to eight hours, freeing up your day to get ready for your guests. For a change of pace, look to different regions and countries for inspiration the next time you make shredded pork.
I had the most delicous turkey on Thanksgiving. You HAVE to try this the next time you are cooking a turkey.
The secret ingredient is Dry Brine. You need to plan ahead two days, so keep this in mind.
Ok, you might be asking yourself, "Salmon in the Dishwasher? No way! Well, I know it may sound crazy but you can make the perfect poached salmon in just your dishwasher. I swear! Still a little skeptical? Trust me, I do it! It's an old family secret recipe. Try it- you won't believe how delicious it is!
