My friend's mother from the Ukraine taught me this recipe for the classic beet soup. It's as authentic as it gets. It can be served vegetarian style by omitting the sausage.
'These cute little sausage and bacon bites are finger-licking good,' promises Cara Flora from Kokomo, Indiana. 'They have a sweet and salty taste that's fun for breakfast or as an appetizer.'
Straight from Greece! This recipe has been in my family for years - my Auntie showed me how to make it this Greek Easter - great with raw red peppers and pita chips.
A roux cooked to a deep reddish-brown is what gives gumbo it 's distinctive flavor. This gumbo incorporates andouille sausage, cubes of beef, crab and shrimp in a highly seasoned stew with okra.
A pound of fresh mushrooms along with lots of bell peppers and onions gives full-bodied flavor to this veggie-packed lasagna. Layer with noodles and a creamy blend of ricotta and mozzarella cheeses.
An all-beef hot dog on a poppy seed bun piled high with mustard, sweet pickle relish, onion, tomato, a dill pickle spear, sport peppers, and a dash of celery salt. Don't even think about ketchup!
