June 16th is National Cannoli Day. Cannoli (singular, cannolo) are one of our favorite desserts: crunchy, soft, and sweet. But what if there were savory cannoli? Filled with truffled mashed potatoes, for example, instead of sweetened ricotta cheese? Sign us up! You can serve these savory cannoli (photo #1) as a first course with salad or as a side with the main course. The recipe was created by Executive Chef Martin Wolf of The Culinary Institute of the Carolinas at Greenville Technical College. They are definitely finger food: The crunchy shell will crack if subjected to a knife and fork. You can buy cannoli shells (tubes) at many Italian bakeries. If not, here’s a recipe to make your own. >...
The comforting bliss of home fries is a welcome addition to any weekend breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, for that matter. What are home fries? Home fries are a traditional, classic potato scramble which pan-fried in the skillet with onions, maybe bell pepper, and some seasonings and spices to create a savory side-dish at the breakfast table. In this healthy recipe for homemade home fries, I swap out white potatoes for sweet potatoes and add earthy zucchini and yellow squash for a nutrient-rich, flavorful combo. This gluten-free, vegan recipe for Sweet Potato Home Fries with Zucchini is also baked in the oven for a healthier, easier preparation style. You could also make these sweet potato home fries in the air...
The Eat Index: IE is a weekly newsletter that lands in your inbox on Wednesdays. Subscribe here. Cheese lovers are in luck this week. A new shop devoted to quesadillas has opened in Riverside, and John Plessel has the details in his Dine 909 column. David Allen has an update on Mitla Cafe, which has received a grant to freshen up its exterior. Casino reporter Charlie Vargas can tell you what to expect at this weekend’s Microbrew Craft Beer and Chili Cook Off Festival. Finally, we have a recipe for grilled asparagus. Dine 909: New restaurants open in Riverside, Ontario Quesadilla Daves and Cantina has opened at 3678 Central Ave., Suite 107, Riverside. As the name suggests, the restaurant and...
Recreate the magic of Luby’s Italian Chicken Breast with this easy copycat recipe! Enjoy tender chicken breast breaded with Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese and then fried to perfection. This dish offers a mouth-watering journey of flavors that will make any meal feel like a special occasion. It’s perfect for a family dinner, a date night, or a deliciously satisfying weeknight meal. Whether you’re a fan of Luby’s or just a chicken aficionado, this easy Italian chicken recipe is a must-try! This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Why You Should Try This Italian-Style Chicken Breast With this copycat Luby’s Italian chicken breast recipe, you can enjoy Luby’s at home without having to...
Up the flavor at your summer soirée with these barbecue basics By Tanya A. Christian Summer weather and backyard cookouts pair about as well as barbecue sauce and perfectly grilled meat. And for Juneteenth, both euphoric combinations come together for celebrations across the U.S., marking the date—June 19, 1865—many enslaved Blacks in Texas learned they were free. For more than a century, the occasion also known as Freedom Day has been observed by Black Americans who, with family, remember the day with fun and food—particularly in a red hue to symbolize the bloodshed of enslaved ancestors as well as sacrifice, power, and strength. Seen as an opportunity to uplift culture, Juneteenth gatherings often serve as a time to preserve the...
