Believing in family dinners since 1991
Hi! I'm Leora. I am married to a fire captain (who is also the man of my dreams!), a mom to five grown kids, and a nana to five darling grandkids! I firmly believe in the importance of putting distractions away and sitting down together for family dinner, and doing so has been a tradition in our home ever since my husband and I got married 30 years ago. In fact, my children still come home often for family dinners, even though most are moved out of the house. My goal is to provide you with delicious recipes that you can share with your loved ones around the table. So, join my family for dinner, and pass your plates!
Thick and creamy, this tastes just like everything you love about lasagna, but in an easy soup! A delicious mixture of sausage and bacon, rich marinara, garlic, onion, spices, and creamy cheeses come together in this comforting bowl. Top with basil and serve with crusty garlic bread and you have a perfect meal, that comes …
Puppy Love Chow is the perfect sweet treat for Valentine’s Day!
Years ago, when I had my first heart surgery, someone brought us a taco soup for dinner. The kids loved it! I recreated it, and have made this soup for them ever since. Even the pickiest eaters adore this for dinner. You can sub chicken for the ground beef if you’d like, or make if …
Chicken Shawarma Wraps are an easy, delicious, “fast food” dinner. Everyday spices make a delicious marinade that infuses the chicken with Mediterranean flavor. Grill the chicken, cut it into bite size pieces, and serve with naan bread or pita bread, tzatziki sauce, red onions, thinly sliced cucumbers, shredded lettuce, hummus, etc. A quick meal that …
Olive oil cake is a classic dessert. There are many variations of olive oil cakes available, but I wanted to make one that my daughter could enjoy. The mission………make an olive oil cake, gluten-free. Gluten-free desserts can be tricky, but this cake bakes up beautifully. Almond flour provided a lovely nutty backdrop and paired well with …
Mezze means appetizer; and this platter is the perfect appetizer platter, that has something for everyone! The secret is to use store-bought ingredients, combined with a homemade tzatziki sauce. It’s an interactive appetizer that brings people together as they scoop and dip and build their own bite. Mix it up, add and subtract items that …
Cilantro and Lime……..what a perfect combination. Now turn that into a Mexican-inspired crispy chicken thigh dinner and you’ll be licking your plate clean! These marinated chicken thighs roast on top of onions, garlic cloves, and quartered limes, creating the most enticing aroma as they cook. No need to ring the dinner bell because everyone will …
Looking for a super easy, super delicious weeknight meal? I’ve got you covered! Who can resist cilantro, lime, and jalapeno together? And when a dinner only uses one dish….well, sign me up! This delicious chicken is seasoned, and seared to a golden brown. Combined with jalapeno and garlic; seasonings, lime juice, cilantro, and rice; and …
This humble dessert utilizes pantry staples to make a comforting treat! My husband absolutely loves this recipe; which is quite a compliment, since he lived in Great Britain and consumed Bread Pudding on a regular basis for years! Bread, soaked in a creamy custard mix, and tossed with whiskey soaked golden raisins. Baked and served warm …
