American spring main dish recipes

Chicken Cordon Bleu in a Pouch

a classic french dish revised for your camping trip.

Irish Cheddar Mac 'n Cheese

Growing up with a dad who was born and raised in Ireland and had the best Irish brogue, and a mom who was first generation Italian (maiden name…

Torte di granchio ( Crab Cakes)

Crab cakes became popular along the coastlines of mid Atlantic States, the Gulf Coasts and Italy as well. It is a simple and tasty way to serve crab…

Rigatoni with bacon and asparagus

This is great when asparagus is in season. My son loves this dish.

Cheesy Chicken Pot Pie Braid

I don't know where I found this recipe but we love it! It's fast and simple to make and very kid friendly. Goes well with a salad or soup for…

Butter Baked Cod with Lemon and Capers

This is a baked cod recipe that's just plain yummy. Nothing fancy just good. Lots of butter, but you can use…

Stewed Cabbage with Homemade Sausage

This stewed cabbage dish hits a number of flavor notes. There’s beer, fatty sausage, and herbs. This recipe…

Garlic Rosemary Grilled Leg of Australian Lamb

Crab Cakes

Serve with Pineapple/Mango/Avocado/Corn Salsa

Beef Pepper and Mushroom Barley

It seems some people are turned off by barley because they think it's only good in soup, but that is not the only way to prepare it (in fact I have…

Tex-Mex Chalupas with Quick, Easy Taco Filling

What Texans call 'chalupas' are called tostadas outside the state. This is my quick and light summertime…

Cumin Scented Lamburgers

Holly's Hill Vineyards in Placerville, California makes some of the nicest wines we have had the pleasure to drink. It is a small, family run winery…

Lemon Chicken Paillard

A family and friend favorite - light, bistro food at its best. Crisp, juicy, tender chicken served over baby mixed greens and dressed with a lemony,…

Estess Maple Smoked Salmon

THIS RECIPE IS ONE OF MY BEST BECAUSE IT LAST A LONG TIME IN REF. OR FREEZER IT HARD TO STOP EATING,WORKS BEST ON GRILL-A SMOKER

STIR FRY

MANY PEOPLE MAKE A STIR FRYS BUT WHAT DO YOU DO WIYH THE LEFTOVERS A REAL GOOD THING IS TO MAKE A SOUP. A HOT VEGETABLE SALAD, A RICE CASSEROLE,