Don't miss Cooking with Mamma C's Top 10 Recipes from 2018!
I'm so busy, I wasn't going to do a 2018 highlights post.
"I'll just look to see which new recipes were the most popular," I told myself, as I gleefully gathered my notebook and dove into my blog stats.
But, who am I kidding?
By the time I'd jotted down a list of my top 10 recipes from 2018, the post was already taking shape in my mind.
And, wait until you hear which recipe was #1! More on that later.
But now, in descending order, here are Cooking with Mamma C's greatest hits of the year.
Top 10 Recipes from 2018 - Cooking with Mamma C
10. Fried Baccalà (Salted Cod Fish): I JUST posted this before Christmas. Apparently, it really hit the spot!
9. Spaghetti Bolognese: I tested this recipe over and over to get it right! It's made with half sausage, half beef and just enough tomato, the way authentic Bolognese sauce should be!
8. Tender Beef Stroganoff: Here's another one that took me forever to get just right! The reviews have been excellent, and I really want you to try this and let me know what you think!
7. Eggplant Parmigiana: Did you know Eggplant Parm originated in Naples? Just like in Naples, the eggplants here are dipped in flour and egg, but no bread crumbs. My recipe has three kinds of cheese, fresh basil and a light tomato sauce...yum!
6. Broiled Scallops with Parmesan Bread Crumbs: Our favorite seafood dish! This recipe is straight from Mom, so don't miss it!
5. Leftover Spaghetti Frittata: I'm tearing up, because this reminds me of my childhood, Nonna and so many happy picnics. Spaghetti frittata, made all on the stove as in Naples, is one of the best things in life.
4. Lemon Lush from Scratch: I took Mom's version of this beloved dessert and made it better by making each layer from scratch. It'll rock your world!
3. Deviled Egg Potato Salad: Extra creamy, thanks to a tip from Mom, this potato salad is a huge hit! One reader said he never liked potato salad, until he tried this recipe!
2. Homemade Alfredo Sauce with Garlic: It's hard not to dive head first into this Alfredo. It's got a creamy, velvety texture and huge flavor from Parmesan and Romano. Oh yes!!
And the number one, most popular new recipe on Cooking with Mamma C in 2018 was...wait for it...
1. Lemonade Moonshine: Papa C brings home a winner!! You party animals!
I mean...I work so hard on my recipes, and my hubby saunters up from the basement with a four-ingredient drink and takes all the glory. I'll never live it down, LOL!
Which Cooking with Mamma C recipe is your favorite? Which ones do you want to try?
Have a safe and fun New Year's Eve! See you next year!
Kiki Simpson says
Awww... I totally feel ya! All your hard work on recipes and moonshine wins! Well, I have to say, it will not be one I am trying... But I will be trying several of the others, so hope that helps to balance the scales!
Mamma C says
Hi Kiki - Haha! I actually like the moonshine. I hope you enjoy the recipes!
Vicky says
You had a lot of good ones this year. As an Italian girl, I must say that the eggplant parm is my favorite. When done right eggplant parm is heaven on earth and yours is done right!
Mamma C says
Hi Vicky - Thank you! We LOVE the Eggplant Parmigiana!
Juli says
All ten of these recipes sound great! I especially love the Lemon Lush from Scratch and Lemonade Moonshine! I love all things with Lemon!!!
Mamma C says
Hi Juli - I love all things lemon too! You can't go wrong! Thank you.
Amy | The Cook Report says
These all look delicious, especially that scallop recipe!
Mamma C says
Hi Amy - Thank you! The scallops are amazing.
Jacque Hastert says
All of these sound fantastic. It is hard to choose which one to make tonight.
Mamma C says
Hi Jacque - Thank you! I have to say, all of these are so good!
Sabrina says
These all look amazing! You've definitley peaked my interest with the Lemonade Moonshine so I think I'll start there.
Mamma C says
Hi Sabrina - Thank you! That moonshine is delicious.