If you're having a busy week, here's something that will make those weeknight meals a lot easier for you! The best part about this recipe, is that it's fast, fresh, and relatively easy on a budget! In this recipe, I'm going to teach you how to make fresh pasta from scratch, using simple ingredients. Let's get into it! Here's what you'll need:                      3 & 1/3 Cups Semolina Flour                      4 Large Eggs                      2 Tbsp Water                      1 Tbsp Olive Oil              ...

   If you like seafood, especially Crab meat, you will absolutely love making the perfect crab cakes! Here's one of my go to recipes for a light snack, or great appetizers. You, and your guests will enjoy this especially if you love sea fare. An All-American classic that originated in Baltimore, during the 1930's, Crab Cakes have been a staple in American Cuisine, ever since! Today, I'll teach you just how easy it is to make Crab Cakes, with this somple recipe! Let's get started! For this recipe, you'll need:                       Lump Crab Meat(you can also use fresh)              Crackers              Breadcrumbs              Old Bay Seasoning         ...

  If you love French Cooking, here's an easy recipe for you! Chef Nicko's take on a classic French dish, Chicken Cordon Bleu! Sometimes, referred to as simply, Cordon Bleu, the name alludes to a dish prepared with the highest standards of excellence, and comes from Henry III, Knights of the Order. Blue cordons, were also worn by respective cooks, and chefs in the kitchen brigade during the 1500's. Making this chicken dish, is simple, easy, and most of all, very delicious! The perfect recipe for your weeknight meals! Let's get started! For this recipe, you'll need:                              Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts                Ham (good quality) I use French Jambon                Gruyere, or ...

   Are you in search of a tasty side dish that is healthy too? Today, I'm coming to you with one of my all time favorite recipes, that has been in my family for ages. A lot of my viewers have asked me how to cook Bulgur Wheat, so today, we're talking about this very tasty grain. Armenians are famous for making Bulgur using the best ingredients, so I'm going to walk you through this recipe real quick, because, it's that easy to make. For this recipe, you'll need:                                            1 1/2 Cup Coarse Bulgur #4                                        ...

Okay, so you've been one of my subscribers for months, now, and you feel as though, I haven't really given you anything you can call extraordinary? Well, here's something I've had up my sleeve since the mid 90's! It's a dish that's close to my gut, as well as my heart! Yup, you guessed it! It's Garlic Shrimp with Parmesan Rice! No, this isn't your classic creamy Parmesan rice recipe! It's a drier version, that doesn't eat like Risotto, or anything close to that! Check it out! For this recipe, you'll need:                                                          Large Shrimp(Peeled & devained)                   ...

This is a recipe that's very simple to make, using basic ingredients, but you'll feel like you're in Rome. You know the saying:"When in Rome, do as the Romans do?" Well, with Cacio e Pepe, you'll be doing just that! This is an ancient Roman dish, that has withstood the test of time immemorial. It has made its way into modern times, as a staple in Italian cooking! From the hustle and, bustle of busy streets in Rome, to various cities across America, you'll find Cacio e Pepe anywhere, that's if you know just where to look! I'm going to break it down for you into basic components, using a more hands on, do it yourself approach, as I do in all my recipes. Here's what you'll need:                                                    ...

  Do you simply, love Chinese food? Have you ever been to a Dim Sum Restaurant? Are you curious as to how dumplings are made? Although, this dish goes by many names, here's the authentic Chinese way to make Jiaozi, or Wonton. In the past, I've always made my own dumpling wrappers, but this time, I decided to take a quick shortcut, just to show you how easy this can be! With Lunar New Year(Winter Solstice), just around the corner, you may want to practice this recipe so, you too, can receive good fortune this coming year! For this recipe, you'll need:                                            Ground Pork Shoulder                           ...

  If you like avocados, you'll absolutely love this recipe for guacamole. It'll surely be your family go to recipe, especially for parties, or a nice snack. This is one recipe I've tweaked over the ages, and can be prepared two ways. Either, as the Aztecs did traditionally, many moons ago, or the authentic Mexican way. For this you'll need:                                Avocados                                Cilantro                                White Onion             ...

  With the Summer heating up, it's time for a refreshing take on a classic recipe! If you like cold noodles, or Asian-inspired salads, you're in luck! I'm coming at you with this Korean style Soba Noodle Salad! This dish is pretty ancient, it all started with the Joesen Dynasty, and continues to be a favorite among Koreans, and Korean-Americans till' today! The recipe is really simple. The only cooking you have to do, is boil the noodles. The rest involves assembling the salad itself, so let's get started! For this recipe you'll need: 1 Pack Fresh Korean Soba Noodles (reserve two balls)                                             1/4 Sliced Napa Cabbage                   ...

   If you like pasta, and potatoes? You're in for a real treat this time! I'm about to give you, what I call: "The Ultimate Gnocchi Recipe!" If not, the best gnocchi recipe ever! It's surely, an authentic Italian recipe. By now, you all know how I do it! If it isn't authentic, I won't even think about suggesting it! Unless of course, you all request it. The good thing here, is, you won't ever have to buy another package of store bought gnocchi ever again. Once you master the recipe, you're all set! The recipe itself is shrouded in mystery! If you watch the video at the bottom of this page, you'll find out all the important details. I highly suggest you do so. Trust me on this!  Okay, so here it goes.... For this recipe, you'll need:                                        ...

  With Summer fast approaching, I'd like to introduce many of you to a delicious alternative to the "hum bum," house salad. Many of you might be used to your run of the mill salads, without much variety. Well, I'm here to tell you otherwise. If you're like me, you've probably hosted a few Barbecue parties by now. This side dish is a wonderful addition to your grilled meats of choice. You may also choose to have this as a lighter lunch entree. The recipe for Romanian style Roasted Pepper Salad, or Salata de Ardei Copti, has been in my family for decades. With its roots embedded in traditional Romanian Cooking, this simple, yet easy dish, is a "go-to," or, a favorite, of many Romanian-Americans throughout the states, and even, ones living abroad! Let's get started! For this you'll need:                                 ...

  Jambalaya is a Louisiana-origin dish of Spanish and French influence, consisting mainly of meat and vegetables mixed with rice. Traditionally, the meat always includes Sausage of some sort, often a smoked sausage such as Andouille, along with some other meat or seafood. Frequently pork, chicken, crayfish, or shrimp is used. The vegetables are usually a soffrito-like mixture known as the "holy trinity" in Cajun cooking, consisting of onion, celery, and green bell pepper, though other vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, chilies, and garlic are also used. After browning and sauteeing the meat and vegetables, rice, seasonings, and broth are added and the entire dish is cooked together until the rice is done. If you're like me, and really enjoy Cajun - Creole recipes, without having to fly to New Orleans, to have some, then, this one's for you! Throughout my life, I've been very fortunate to have sampled different versions of this classic dish. Here's m...

   Are you a barbecue fan? Do you ever attend Armenian Parties, and wonder how the kebab is made? What it's seasoned with? How long does it take to cook it on the grill? Maybe you've tried to make Shish-Kebab on your own, but found that, it didn't turn out great. Whatever the case may be, I've been fortunate enough to have lived on this stuff all my life. Now, I'll share my family recipe with you! Here's what you'll need:                         2 lbs of Beef Tenderloin                         1 Tsp Salt                         1 Tsp Cracked Black Pepper              ...