Leftovers are a thing in my house with my little family of three. Especially when it comes to mashed potatoes since I overestimate the quantity pretty much always. Mashed potatoes are a cinch to transform into super yummy Potato Pancakes. These are great for a light lunch with a salad or just a little snack. Serve with a little sour cream on the side. My son and husband both love […]
Holidays are all about tradition. Especially with the food. That’s why my Mommom Sacco’s amazing string beans are always on my table, especially at Thanksgiving. This dish requires very few ingredients. Beans, a small potato, garlic and oil and voila – magic happens. That’s really how it was with everything my Mommom cooked and baked. And that’s one of the reasons I love her recipes so much. Hope you love […]
Ice cream is easier to make than you think. Sure there are plenty of options in the grocery store or at your fave ice cream shop, but it’s so nice to have fresh homemade goodness right in your own freezer. I follow the recipe for vanilla ice cream in the Betty Crocker Cookbook. After churning, I add mini chocolate chips. My tips for a strong homemade ice cream game are […]
Old-fashioned tomato pie is totally a thing in South Jersey and Philadelphia. Pizza shops and bakeries all over the region have their own versions. This one uses fresh plum tomatoes in the sauce. So I’m definitely making this on heavy rotation when it’s peak Jersey tomato season. This dough comes together really easily. As always with using yeast, this recipe is a bit of a project, meaning you need a […]
Chicken wings are super easy to make at home. This version isn’t traditional, but I think my Jersey Girl readers will LOVE them as my husband and son did. The key to success is to be sure to let the wings hang out in the fridge for at least an hour after coating them in the baking soda and seasonings. Also, be sure to not overcrowd the pan. These two […]
