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A staple of northern Italy, polenta is a type of corn meal that can be served in a number of ways—as a first course, baked, with stews or even as a bread substitute.
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Fettuccine Alfredo was created during the 1920s by restaurateur Alfredo di Lelio, at his Rome eatery Alfredo all'Augusteo. Since then it has become a worldwide favorite, with its rich flavor and creamy texture.
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Although quiche is considered a classic dish of French cuisine, it actually originated in Germany, in the medieval kingdom of Lothringen. The French later came to occupy this region, which they renamed Lorraine. The word quiche is from the German Kuchen, meaning cake.
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Spring rolls are traditionally served on the first day of the Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival. This Southeast Asian version incorporates ingredients like Thai basil and fish sauce for a unique regional flavor.
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Bernal Diaz del Castillo wrote the first dated account of the taco in 1520. The key to serving this delicious Mexican classic is to include lots of fresh condiments on the side, so that everyone in the family can garnish the tacos to their liking..
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This delicious tex-mex dish can me made spicier with the inclusion of the seeds from the chopped jalapeño. To satisfy the beef lovers in your group you can also grill some skirt steak as an alternative filling.
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No boiling of the pasta ahead of time! First, soak the raw pasta in oil for one hour and be sure to cover the pasta completely with sauce without stirring during the first 10 minutes of cooking.
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This dish is quick and easy to make and fresh zucchini is always available. It is tasty served plain, or make it hot and spicy with your favorite salsa. Try this dish with spaghetti sauce and serve it for breakfast, brunch or dinner.
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Be sure everything else for dinner or brunch is ready so you can serve these soufflés when they come out of the oven. Add a salad and crusty bread to complete the meal.
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The slightly sweet flavor and dark red color of sun-dried tomatoes add richness to this tart. Caramelized onions and mild Gouda cheese complement the finished dish.
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