Simple Shepherd's Pie is a recipe that you will make over and over because it is so delicious. It can be made ahead of time, frozen and is a perfect comfort food and crowd pleaser. Originally published on January 23rd, …
Step by Step Frittata Recipe and a Lovely Italian Brunch Menu
Years ago, when I first started Christina's Cucina, I shared a step by step frittata recipe. I think maybe 7 people saw it, plus a dog. It's a shame that all of my "old" recipes are essentially buried in my site, as there …
Spanish Patatas Bravas Recipe (Spicy Spanish Potatoes) and Tips for Visiting Barcelona
My trip to Barcelona in December was my first time visiting Spain and I fell in love! (Spanish Patatas Bravas recipe follows below.) VISITBARCELONA.COM My friend Cathy (She Paused 4 Thought) was right: not only did I fall …
Tartiflette: a French Potato and Cheese Dish That Will Make You Swoon
Tartiflette is one of those dishes that you can't believe you lived without. This French dish combines crispy cubes of potato, melty cheese, onions, lardons (pancetta) and white wine for a decadent meal! Sometimes I learn …
Authentic Italian Potato Pizza (Pizza con Patate) with Yellow Idaho® Potatoes
Authentic Italian Potato Pizza is one of the most surprisingly delicious pizzas I've ever tasted. Have you ever had potato pizza? If not, don't wait any longer! I know what you're thinking...carbs on carbs, right? Well, …
Traditional Irish Boxty: the Best Ever Potato Pancakes, with a Twist (Irish Potato Pancakes)
Traditional Irish Boxty are the holy grail of pancakes for potato lovers! If you've never tasted an Irish Boxty, you are in for a treat. They really are the best ever potato pancakes, in my humble opinion! When I …
Scottish Macaroon Bars
Scottish Macaroon Bars are made from a surprising main ingredient: potatoes! Bet you wouldn't have guessed that! This treat is a quintessential Scottish sweet, especially loved by those who adore coconut. If you don't …
Gratin Dauphinois (a French Potato & Cheese Dish) and Meeting a Culinary Idol: Anne Willan
Last October, I was given the opportunity of a lifetime. I don't know how many of you can relate to what it was like for me to meet Chef Anne Willan, but imagine being able to meet one of your long time favorite …
Idaho® Potato Baked Breakfast Cups with Bacon
If the holidays stress you out, may I suggest one little recipe to de-stress your Christmas or New Year's breakfast (or any morning, for that matter)! These unique Idaho® Potato Baked Breakfast Cups with Bacon (besides …
Genius Potato, Turkey and Stuffing Layered Leftovers: Better than Thanksgiving Day’s Dinner!
Genius Potato, Turkey and Stuffing Layered Leftovers recipe is so tasty, no one would ever guess that the dish uses leftovers! Be sure to make extra everything on Thanksgiving! FREE ADVICE: You'd better make double the …