Author: Darlene

Seasoned Rice Recipe for Two

Seasoned Rice Recipe for Two

This rice is an excellent side dish. So much more flavorful than plain cooked rice. Cooks quickly and tastes amazing.

Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers Recipe for Two

Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers Recipe for Two

I adore shrimp in any form. This grilled shrimp is so flavorful and quick to make. The shrimps are juicy and delicious. Great for a quick meal.

Chicken Shawarma Pita Pocket Sandwich Recipe for Two

Chicken Shawarma Pita Pocket Sandwich Recipe for Two

This Chicken Shawarma has the Middle Eastern flavors you will fall in love with. A warm sandwich with a homemade creamy Shawarma sauce. Makes a great lunch or dinner.

Lebanese Fattoush Salad Recipe for Two

Lebanese Fattoush Salad Recipe for Two

I love salads, but sometimes they need a bit of tweaking to make them more appealing. The salad ingredients are the usual for a classic salad, except for the mint. I loved this addition. It brings a bright new flavor to the mix. Pita chips replacing croutons? I say yes! They brought another new element to the salad. The spices in the dressing were perfect. It was fresh and tangy. Hope you enjoy the new flavors and textures as much as we did.

Beef Shawarma Pita Pocket Sandwich Recipe for Two

Beef Shawarma Pita Pocket Sandwich Recipe for Two

This Middle Eastern dish is amazing with all of the various spices. Nothing exotic, probably in your spice collection. But wow, the combination is wonderful. This recipe is a very easy and quick meal. You will savor the distinct flavors and enjoy this delightful sandwich.

Darlene’s 4-inch Celebration Cake

Darlene’s 4-inch Celebration Cake

I have been making this cake for over 35 years. Of course, it was a full-sized cake back in the day. To have the flavors converted to a 4-inch cake was so exciting. I like how the vanilla and chocolate flavors balance out each other. Using whipped cream instead of frosting allows the cake to be just right in terms of sweetness. The cherries are a real treat and add the perfect touch. My kids always request this for their birthday cake.

Sweet Pepper Sausage Pasta Recipe for Two

Sweet Pepper Sausage Pasta Recipe for Two

This recipe is a quick one. You can make it for any weeknight dinner. Making our own Italian sausage gives it a fresher taste, and everything combines to taste awesome.

Stove Top Tuna Noodle Recipe for Two

Stove Top Tuna Noodle Recipe for Two

Why wait an hour for tuna noodle casserole when you can have it ready in 20 minutes? This stove-top recipe will give you the same creamy, comforting, and filling dish. There is no need to open a can of soup to make this wonderful recipe. This is an easy, classic tuna noodle dish that can be made for any weeknight meal.

Pretzel Chicken with Cheese Sauce Recipe for Two

Pretzel Chicken with Cheese Sauce Recipe for Two

There is so much to enjoy about this chicken recipe. The chicken is well seasoned. The pretzels added a lot of texture and flavor. The topping of the cheese sauce is a perfect flavor addition to the crusted chicken. Change up your chicken with this awesome recipe. Only taking 30 minutes, this is a perfect weeknight dinner.

Barbecue Pineapple Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe for Two

Barbecue Pineapple Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe for Two

This is a super-easy recipe. Only five ingredients are needed. The end product will not give that away. The meat is juicy, flavorful, and perfect for sandwiches. I have been making this pulled pork for a very long time. It has never disappointed.