Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

There are few dishes more comforting than this delicious boeuf bourguignon, a hearty French stew perfect when served with mashed potatoes! While this recipe takes inspiration from classic French cooking, it is actually fairly easy to make and can be done in advance. You essentially 

Manti (Uzbek Dumplings)

Manti (Uzbek Dumplings)

Manti are Uzbek dumplings made of thin wrappers filled with a deliciously seasoned mix of lamb and beef. These are comfort food for me and I hope you try these and love these as much as I do! Manti are actually pretty easy to make, 

Charcuterie Board: How To

Charcuterie Board: How To

Charcuterie boards are beautiful centerpieces for any dinner party — and they’re absolutely delicious. While it may seem like a challenge to know which cheeses/salami/spreads complement each other, this post will help break down what to look for and how to assemble your own board. 

Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy

Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy

This recipe for pork tenderloin with mushroom gravy is super rustic and delicious, perfect for dinner with some couscous or mashed potatoes and a salad. It’s actually a simple recipe, essentially made by searing the pork with some herbs and seasonings, then making the gravy 

Russian Meat Pies

Russian Meat Pies

These Russian meat pies, also called samsi, are made of crispy puff pastry and filled with deliciously seasoned meat and onions. They’re so simple and can be made in advance and baked whenever you want! They’re classically Uzbekistani cuisine, and my family makes them all 

Dad’s Grilled Pork Chops

Dad’s Grilled Pork Chops

My dad is an expert on the grill, and one of my favorite recipes that he makes is pork chops. These pork chops are marinated for as long as possible in a mix of spices, herbs, vinegar, and oil, then charcoal-grilled to perfection! It’s definitely 

Dad’s Charcoal Grilled Filet Mignon

Dad’s Charcoal Grilled Filet Mignon

Every once in a while, when possible, I’d definitely recommend investing in a good piece of meat. This isn’t to say there aren’t amazing things you could do with cheaper cuts of meat, but there’s something special with a perfectly grilled, smoky, medium rare-medium piece