Oregano vs Basil – All You Need To Know
Basil and oregano… Oregano and basil. When you’re cooking Italian food, you really can’t escape these herbs. And if you’re going to be using them, you might as well know what they are all about. Let’s learn a few things about them.
Pastitsio – Authentic Greek Lasagna Recipe w/ Béchamel
Want to try something different from the usual lasagna this Sunday? Let me introduce you to its Greek cousin! Pastitsio is an ancient dish from the Balkan tradition that is widespread both on the Hellenic peninsula and in other Mediterranean regions such as Egypt and Malta. It’s made by baking tubular pasta like penne or […]
Easy Lasagna Recipe Without Ricotta or Cottage Cheese
Who doesn’t love a big, hearty lasagna? As a kid, I waited all week to taste it at my aunt’s Sunday gatherings. But did you know that, for the most part of my life, I always had lasagna without ricotta cheese? That’s right! While ricotta lasagna is absolutely delicious, it is more of an Italian-American […]
Easy Grilled Balsamic Chicken Marinade Recipe
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I love using my grill in the summer. Because I use it so often, I’ve got several different marinades in my toolkit that I love using at a moment’s notice. Whether I’m cooking for just my boyfriend and me or for several guests, I love having […]
Cooking for a crowd: How to Cook Meatballs for 50 People
If you are planning a party or event for a large group of people, you should have some meatballs on the menu. I’ll let you in on a little secret. Meatballs are one of the best things to serve for a large crowd.
How many meatballs do you need for 50 people? That depends on a few different factors. I’ll explain that to you in this article.