Tag: American

American Goulash

American Goulash

American Goulash is not Hungarian Goulash – the Hungarian version is more like a soup or stew, focused on serving seasoned meat with seasonal vegetables. That one is all about the seasoning; usually paprika-heavy (not that its a bad thing). Over here, we make Goulash 

Meatloaf Pie

Meatloaf Pie

The Irish have Shepherd’s Pie, the English have Cottage Pie, and Americans have this working-mom version called Meatloaf Pie. Some people like it with corn in it, but because our Salisbury Steak recipe turned out so rich and delicious, we’re going to use that recipe 

Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas

Like many “Mexi-American” dishes, the Fajita is actually Tex-Mex, not Mexican. The dish was based on a certain cut of beef, but we find chicken fajitas easier to make (as much as I hate handling raw chicken). It allows us to get a good break 

Spaghetti Salad

Spaghetti Salad

This is my Grandma’s thin spaghetti salad, a Christmas staple. I’ve removed the MSG and replaced it with a bit of salt and sugar in the seasoning mix. You can adjust it as you like, but while I ask for it every year, I don’t 

Crock Pot Beer Meatballs

Crock Pot Beer Meatballs

This is my classic pot-luck party dish, for which I’ve received many recipe requests. These meatballs end up quite soft if you don’t roll them tightly enough. The slow-cooker process allows the meat to soak up the beer, the longer you cook it. Make beer 

Best-Ever Crockpot Chili

Best-Ever Crockpot Chili

My favorite chili is Wendy’s. Always has been. My chili usually comes out a bit thicker than Wendy’s, though I suppose if you take your Wendy’s chili and cook it a bit longer, it will thicken up. Culver’s chili is comparable, but I think it 

Pan-Seared Sirloin Steak

Pan-Seared Sirloin Steak

Sirloin steak is one of the quickest and easiest cuts of meat to cook to your liking, meeting the needs of a couple of people. I like my steak medium-rare, and my husband prefers his well-done. This one calls for an overnight dry-rub that produces 

Not-So-Spicy Buffalo Wings

Not-So-Spicy Buffalo Wings

These buffalo wings are super easy to make and come out crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside, just like fried chicken should be. And the flavor is just perfect – not hot, just a little spicy hot. My husband likes 

BBQ Baked Beans

BBQ Baked Beans

These BBQ Baked Beans are an easy one-pot meal for cookouts, camping or just on a cloudy day. Almost all of the ingredients are usually in the fridge or pantry, so it makes a quick side dish that you can easily omit or replace missing