• Italian,  Pasta,  Soup

    Pasta Fagioli

    Pasta Fagioli

    Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans) is a hearty Italian soup made with ground beef, pasta, vegetables, tomatoes and beans.   This is a traditional Italian soup that combines pasta and beans, flavored with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and herbs. The dish varies by region and family, with some versions being thinner while others are thicker and more stew-like. Typically made with…

  • American,  Spreads & Toppings

    Apple Butter

    Apple Butter

    Nothing says the beginning of fall like homemade Apple Butter.   This is a sweet, smooth spread made by slow-cooking apples with sugar and cinnamon and cloves until it reaches a thick, buttery consistency.  A slow cooker is excellent for this purpose. Traditionally served on bread, biscuits or pancakes, it can also be used as a filling for desserts or…

  • Beef,  Breakfast & Brunch,  Midwestern,  Pork,  Sausage

    Goetta

    Goetta

    Goetta is a meat-and-grain sausage or mush of German inspiration that is popular in the greater Cincinnati/northern Kentucky area.   This is a German breakfast sausage that blends the textures and flavors of pork, beef, whole grain steel-cut oats, fresh onions and spices.   The History of Goetta Goetta is a traditional dish originating from the Cincinnati, Ohio region of…

  • Sandwiches & Wraps,  Southwestern

    Mississippi Roast Birria Tacos

    Mississippi Roast Birria Tacos

    Make Birria Tacos from Mississippi Roast!   Bring a new flavor to your table with this Mississippi roast birria tacos recipe. Easy to follow and absolutely delicious.   What is Birria? Birria is a traditional Mexican dish originally from the state of Jalisco. It is a savory, slow-cooked meat stew that is traditionally made with goat meat, although beef, lamb…

  • American,  Beef,  Dinner

    Mississippi Roast

    Mississippi Roast

    Mississippi Roast is SO tasty. The leftovers make wonderful roast beef sandwiches also.   You can also use this roast to make Mississippi Roast “Birria” Tacos. These are simply delicious, and it’s another good use for this particular roast. An earlier name for this dish is “To Die For Pot Roast.” Mississippi roast is a popular dish in the United…

  • Chili,  Dinner,  Lunch,  Midwestern

    Cincinnati Chili

    Cincinnati Chili

    Have your Cincinnati Chili 3, 4 or 5 ways. This is also great on hot dogs, smothered with shredded cheese. Cincinnati Chili is a unique style of chili that originated in Cincinnati, Ohio, known for its distinctive blend of spices, including cinnamon and allspice, giving it a sweet and savory flavor profile. Typically served over spaghetti and topped with shredded…