Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Shepard’s Pie is a classic Irish dish. I have done it with a southern drawl. Sure, we have some major changes: the mashed potatoes on top have been replaced with mashed sweet potatoes. The stew is a classic southern Brunswick stew. Except that I used beef instead of chicken or rabbit. The okra is going…

Steak Parmesan

You have had chicken parm, you’ve had eggplant parm, you may have had veal parm, but have you had steak parm? I’m not talking about a cube steak with a crust but a medium rare steak with a crispy crust, marinara sauce, and three kinds of cheese. This is mad scientist stuff. We have fresh…

Meyer Lemon Dessert Lasagna

I’m feeling spring. Something light, refreshing, and sweet. It also is a quick recipe to do. It’s a great dish for a pot luck or a church social. I am not a fan of frozen whipped topping, but it works in this application. Meyer lemons are only available this time of year, so jump on…

Air Fried Fish and Chips

Another Lent dish. This is lower in fat and calories than the traditional deep fried fish. The coating is still crunchy, but this is not as heavy. I used Old Bay and garlic powder to flavor the fish. This method does take a little longer than deep fried, but the end results are worth it….

Gnocchi with Salmon and Spinach

This is a quick weeknight dinner with lots of pre-made stuff. Salmon, spinach, mushrooms, onions all in a creamy sauce. Rich, flavorful with a few surprises. I hope you like it. 1 onion, diced8 ounces baby portobello mushrooms1 bag spinach4 tablespoons olive oil10 ounces salmon cut in 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon garlic1 16-ounce…