The Weary Chef

Last week I accepted a challenge from my hubby: cook 10 Mexican spaghetti recipes for dinner in a row! It was such a fun and spicy week! I won’t lie to you; my kitchen’s still suffering because of his smart challenge (tomato sauce is everywhere, chili flakes can be still found in some corners, and my kids promised they won’t be eating spaghetti for the next months)! However, the recipes were such a success that I couldn’t help but share them with my beloved readers. I can’t wait for you to ... continue reading...

Want some sweet basil recipe ideas that are easy to make and still super elegant to serve at any gathering? These basil recipes round-up is perfect to inspire the cook in you! However don’t take my word, go and try them yourself and let us all know your thoughts on them in the comment section below. Why consuming basil is super ok for your health? First of all, having antioxidants and anti-bacterial properties, basil helps maintain skin health, boosts digestion and detoxifies the body. Moreover, ... continue reading...

Who else enjoys Italian cuisine as much as I do? Pasta and some tomato sauce are not enough! We want traditional meatballs, rosemary risotto, Italian bruschetta, and Tuscan chicken. If your mouth watered to the previous list, you’re exactly in the right place. Be transported to the beautiful country of Italy with my 10 favorite traditional Italian recipes. No matter if you already have any Italian cuisine knowledge or you are new in this area and you are just curious, this round-up is ... continue reading...

Want some new ways of cooking andouille sausage? This round-up of Andouille Sausage Recipes has a huge variety of ways to prepare your favorite smoked pork sausage. From crock pot recipes and comfort pasta to fancy red bell stuffing and cozy soups, these easy Andouille Sausage ideas are sure to please everyone! While most normal sausages are made from minced meat stuffing, andouille’s stuffing is chopped or sliced, giving it a chunkier texture. Also, the flavor of andouille sausage is sharper ... continue reading...

It everybody’s favorite side dish? Baked potato toppings! They pair wonderfully with almost every main dish and are also super versatile to top. That’s why I thought gathering 10 healthy potato topping recipes and bringing them to you would be a great idea. One more benefit of consuming baked potatoes at home is that they are good for our health. Believe it or not, baked potatoes can help manage your weight with the right topping. The fiber in baked potatoes aids with digestion, and vitamin ... continue reading...

No matter the occasion: brunch with friends, festive dinner, or late lunch with your loved ones, every meal should include at least one sausage dip! A tasty creamy dip is hard for almost everyone to resist! Besides the taste and easiness of serving, what I love about dips is the little time for preparation. Not to mention how easy they are to make ahead for any gathering. Some days ago, my family and I traveled to my parents’ house in the country. My dad is such a dips fan, so I prepared some ... continue reading...

Do you have some ground sausage in the refrigerator and don’t know how to prepare it? Do you need some creative and delicious ways to prepare a basic type of food like sausage? You’ve come to the right place! These 10 simple and delicious ground sausage recipes are here to impress you and test your limits when it comes to improvising. Even though excess in anything leads to unfortunate situations, consuming ground sausage is not as unhealthy as you might think at first sight. Sausages, in ... continue reading...

Hi, babes! It's time for a new round-up of recipe ideas! This one gathers 10 Torta Cubana recipe ideas that are mainly healthy and still super tasty. These delicious Mexican sandwiches can be amazingly versatile, so prepare for a surprising list! The torta Cubana is a Mexican sandwich filled with different types of meats, cheeses, and sauces. This full-of-flavors sandwich gets its name from Calle Republica de Cuba, the street where it was invented in Mexico City, Mexico. However, like many ... continue reading...

Another round-up of 10 easy-to-make, still delicious recipes for my loved readers! Let's find out everything there is to know about Polish Kielbasa sausage and how we can include it in our day-by-day dishes. Don't worry; you'll see I included some of the quickest and easiest recipes! Kielbasa is any type of meat sausage from Poland and a staple of Polish cuisine. In American English, the word typically refers to a coarse, U-shaped smoked sausage of any kind of meat, which closely resembles ... continue reading...