I knew this bubbly blue/green kale was special the moment I laid eyes on it in the Market in Tuscany. Whenever we travel, I love […]
Shannon Vavich
I've been working in the food industry since 1999 and have studied culinary arts all over the world. I currently live in Germany with my family. You can learn more about my work and life on the "about" page. Be sure to subscribe to my socials. You can also keep in touch by subscribing to my free newsletter. Thanks so much for taking the time visit my website! I appreciate it!
When in Tuscany: Testaroli
When I go to the market in a place I’ve never been before, I look for things I consider strange. If you’ve ever felt the […]
Podcast: Easy Ground Beef Nachos (with Taco Salad Option)
A great dinner that comes together very quickly, is versatile and ALWAYS a crowdpleaser! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music for new episodes of […]
Chicken, Roasted Broccoli and Cashew Hot Salad
It’s a salad – only hot. Interesting, energizing, easy and delicious: try this lunch recipe for one! A “hot salad” is a vegetable-heavy dish that’s […]
Podcast: Chicken Pesto Pasta
This is the Chicken Pesto Pasta I describe in this episode. Chicken Pesto Pasta This is a fresh, delicious and easy family favorite that comes […]
Miso-Glazed Pot Roast
Miso, a popular food item in Japan, makes the Classic American Pot Roast even better! This is a recipe I developed while we lived in […]
Classic Butter and Milk Mashed Potatoes
Delicious, creamy and easy-to-make mashed potatoes. An excellent recipe for a beginner! Get my efficiency and safety tips on my video. To reach the mashed […]
Fresh Strawberry Pie
You will need a pre-baked pie shell to make this gorgeous fresh strawberry pie. You can find my masterclass video and recipe here. This recipe […]
Easy Slowcooker Braised Beef
Easy, preservative-free, versatile, and so delicious. You absolutely cannot go wrong with my braised beef! I’ve made this almost weekly for the past fifteen years. […]
Mardi Gras King Cake
We lived in New Orleans from 2010 to 2012. I have such happy memories of living there. The locals are welcoming and kind. It’s not […]
Buttercream Sweethearts
The buttercream makes these cookies so creamy and delicious. It, along with my tinted sugar method makes so many design possibilities that fun to make. […]
Simple Steamed Artichokes
Learn my simple techniques to take the mystery out of preparing artichokes. Step One: Steaming Step Two: Coring Step Three: Eating For the story behind […]
Braised Rapini (Broccoli Rabe)
So green, so flavorful, so delicious! For the story behind my trip to the Italian market, updates on living in Germany and other stories (basically […]
Roasted Sweet Italian Peppers Over a Bed of Creamy Polenta
The zippy, velvety roasted sweet peppers are such a wonderful topping for a smooth, creamy bed of polenta. For the story behind my trip to […]
Fun & Easy Christmas Tree Cake
JUST FOR FUN. A great cake to make if you’re interested in a fun, light project that’s not too serious.
Lush, Deep Dish Chocolate Cream Pie
The best, most decadent, lush and unforgettable pie. My chocolate cream pie recipe uses ten egg yolks and three cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips to […]
The Best Pie Crust Master Class and Recipe
I’ve been making this pie crust for decades. It’s a formula and concept I learned in France, and augmented by studying vintage American cookbooks. I […]
An Easy Chrysanthemum Cake for my Daughter
This adorable little fall cake is easy enough for a beginner. Watch my video for the instructions on how to use some simple techniques to […]
Classic American Chocolate Layer Cake
A deep, dark chocolatey cake that is moist and almost custard-like, while still being light. The mayonnaise is an unlikely key ingredient that makes this […]
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
This soup starts with one whole butternut squash, along with carrots, celery, onions, potatoes and one apple. This soup makes a large quantity, but it […]
