(This post is sponsored by the Norwegian Seafood Council. All opinions are my own.) Have you heard of baccalà? In many Italian families, Christmas Eve isn’t complete without this special cod fish. It’s a tradition so old, it dates back to the days of no refrigeration. A time when salt was used to preserve food.
Main Dishes
Instant Pot Braciole (Or Stovetop )
Instant Pot Braciole with sauce tastes like it’s been cooking all day! I’ve included stovetop directions for these Italian beef rolls too. Don’t miss the video! If I had to use my Instant Pot pressure cooker for one thing only, it’d be braciole. No contest. The braciole emerges tender and delicious. But the tomato sauce…
Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter
Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter is the most popular dish on Cooking with Mamma C and one of the best cod recipes! It’s even loved by toddlers and people who don’t like fish! Gluten free, low carb and keto. Several years ago, if anyone would’ve told me I’d be head over heels for…
Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas
Need some Thanksgiving recipe ideas? Check out these Thanksgiving appetizers, side dishes, desserts and drinks from Cooking with Mamma C! There’s turkey too! Howdy, Turkeys! Are you freaking out about your Thanksgiving menu yet? No worries! I’ve got you covered with my best Thanksgiving recipe ideas. Scroll down to find something you love.
Italian Stuffed Peppers
My Italian Stuffed Peppers feature ground beef, rice and onions with marinara, Pecorino Romano, mozzarella and basil! Forget boring and bland — these are incredible! Let’s cut to the chase. I mean the cheese. You guys, these Italian Stuffed Peppers exceeded my wildest expectations. I kept working on the recipe, taking it from “not bad”…
Broccoli-Cheddar Soup with Parmesan
Broccoli-Cheddar Soup with Parmesan is so delicious! Made with 2% milk plus half and half for a perfectly creamy soup that’s not heavy. I started making this broccoli-cheddar soup with Parmesan five years ago, when I became jealous that my daughter was frequently ordering a heavier version at Panera. I mean, what the heck?!! I…
Hungarian Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings
You must try my Hungarian Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings! I’m half Hungarian and worked to get the recipe just right! Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings holds a special place in my heart, because it reminds me of my Hungarian grandparents, as well as Nonna. (If you haven’t read my About section, you probably didn’t realize that…
Mom’s Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe
Mom’s Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe is the only one I make! It’s stuffed with citrus, onions and garlic, basted with a butter and wine sauce and topped with gravy! Thanksgiving came early to my house! Because, there’s no way I could pull off taking blog photos on a holiday. So, I got my giblets together last…
Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Pancetta
Make this refreshing Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Pancetta for the holidays! With red onions, toasted walnuts and a delicious orange vinaigrette. Meet the number-two salad in my life. It’s the understudy to the OG Best Italian Green Salad with Homemade Dressing. Which means…if company’s coming over for dinner, this spinach salad with mandarin…
Tender Beef Stroganoff
Looking for a Tender Beef Stroganoff recipe? This is it! And…it’s got the best flavor from beef stock, wine and a delicious blend of seasonings. I tested this over and over! Beef Stroganoff holds a special place in my heart. It’s one of the dishes Mom would make on Sundays when my Hungarian Grandpa was…
