Category: Main Dishes

Tikka Masala Naan Pizza

Tikka Masala Naan Pizza

Tikka Masala Pizza

So, when I make dishes that are not familiar to me, I Google them so I know of what I speak …….

I found Tikka Masala to be an interesting story, why you ask??? It was created by accident……sorta how I cook!

The story goes that a Bangladeshi chef served a dish of traditional Chicken Tikka only to be asked by a British diner, “Where’s the gravy?” The miffed chef tossed in can of creamy tomato soup and spices and responded, “You want gravy? I’ll give you gravy!” The results were spectacular and the Indian/British Chicken Tikka Masala dish was born. Continue reading “Tikka Masala Naan Pizza”

Oriental Shrimp Salad

Oriental Shrimp Salad

Oriental Shrimp Salad 1

The time has come for a return to salads! Don’t worry I still have lots of carb laden and sugar heavy recipes in reserve, but sometimes the body says enough is enough.

Tim and I were talking about salads and what we might put on one. We both love “Cuties” ………you know, the little Clementines….easy to peel, in the box or bag with the smiley little orange face…..so cuties had to be in the salad. Continue reading “Oriental Shrimp Salad”

Rueben Burritos with Guinness Gravy

Rueben Burritos with Guinness Gravy

Rueben Burrito

St Patrick’s Day is traditionally a corned beef and beer day! I must turn to the unconventional……..kinda.

Speaking of untraditional, in our community there is a bar/ restaurant called “Kelly’s”
The Kelly family has owned it as long as I can remember. The untraditional part…….they serve Mexican food…awesome Mexican food!

I remember years ago when they first started serving food, they only served on weekends……the line to get in was always long! These days they serve everyday and still have the best Mexican food. If you are ever in Sterling, Illinois, stop by the Irish bar that serves Mexican food, Kelly’s, you will be glad you did. Continue reading “Rueben Burritos with Guinness Gravy”