Oh Boy! You will love this Jalapeño Cornbread recipe. It is easy and delicious. There is plenty of room to customize it to your heat level. When we eat jalapenos we want to know it. Please do not tell me that using your mother’s nasty cast iron skillet that nobody has washed since the 1960s […]
July 24 – Clam Chowder, or Shrimp, Chicken, or Fish Chowder
This easy basic chowder recipe can be used with almost any featured ingredient. My plan was to make Shrimp Chowder. Fresh shrimp were in the house. We invited our friends Bobby and Susan to join our family for Sunday dinner. Bobby is allergic to shrimp. We switched gears and used Chicken as the protein and […]
The Best Beef Stroganoff Ever
Try this elegant meal to prepare for your family that will be hearty and delicious! This is a favorite dish that will taste even better than you remember it. There are no prepackaged mixes or red and white labeled soup cans, just natural ingredients. This is Beef Stroganoff the way it was intended to be […]
The Best Homemade Ice Cream Ever – No Eggs
Well, I set out to make home made ice cream. I retrieved the machine from the attic after placing it there to retire a couple of decades ago. It still worked. After searching for recipe(s) I stopped after the first one. The comments were overwhelmingly in favor of this technique. now I know why! Ingredients […]
Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemons & Olives
If you are looking for something different for Sunday dinner this week, give this exciting dish a try. The combination of flavors produced from the lemon, juice, olives and brine, white wine, rosemary and garlic is incredible! The flavors are complex, but preparation is very easy. Your family will LOVE it. Ingredients 1 Tablespoon – […]
Chicken Enchilada Casserole – Mexican Lasagna
Greek Pasta Salad with Mint and Feta Cheese
Popping with flavor is the only way to describe this delicious Greek Pasta Salad. It VERY EASY to prepare. If you have never actually tried one of the recipes featured at 52SundayDinners.com, treat yourself to this great single course meal that is popping with flavor. Ingredients 2 Pounds – Fresh (never frozen) Skinless Boneless Chicken […]
Beef Enchilada Casserole – Mexican Lasagna!
Check out our recipe for Chicken Enchilada Casserole here. Living in Texas, we have grown to LOVE Tex-Mex food. I love beef enchiladas. I just don’t like the work involved. Half of the time the shape of the enchiladas is irrelevant because the serving spatula is slicing through them like any other casserole. So this […]
Krispy Beef Tacos
Pineapple Glazed Ham with Brown Sugar
Many families associate roasted ham with the premier Christian holidays, Christmas and Easter. When my mother-in-law arrived for this ham dinner, she asked, “what’s the special occasion?” At our house, getting together each Sunday and enjoying the fellowship is a special occasion, each week. This is a super easy dish and your family will LOVE […]
Poached Ruby Rainbow Trout
Superbowl Football Shaped Sandwiches
Liven up your Superbowl party with football shaped sandwiches. You can stuff them with YOUR favorite fillings. We used pulled pork barbeque. You could use sloppy Joe mix or simply make sandwiches with your favorite cold cuts. We’ve used different types of white cheese for the stitching, but Havarti seemed to have the best melting properties. […]
Wonderful Oxtail Stew
Oxtail Stew is considered a delicacy in many countries such as Italy and Germany, but is also considered genuine “Soul Food” in the Southern States. It is very easy to prepare and is packed with flavor. The term Oxtail originally referred to the tail of an ox or steer. Now it simply means the tail […]
Awesome Southwestern Guacamole
Ingredients 5 Each – Large Avocados 1 Each – Large Lime, juiced 1.5 Teaspoons – Salt 1 Teaspoon – Black Pepper 2 Each – Roma Tomatoes, diced small and drained 1/3 Cup – Fresh Cilantro Leaves 1 Each – Garlic Clove, minced 1 Each – Jalapeno Pepper, chopped very fine (Optional) Preparation Place ingredients and […]
Fried Zucchini – From The Oven!
Our family LOVES Fried Zucchini. There was once a local East Texas restaurant, J.W. Finn’s, that had a variety of eclectic menu choices. Their fried zucchini was the best. It was served as an appetizer, and no matter how much you ordered, it would seem to not be enough! This baked version of the classic […]
July 23 – BBQ Dinosaur Ribs
Grandkids love the variety of meals that we test for 52SundayDinners.com. When the answer to “Papa, what’s for dinner?” question was “Dinosaur Ribs”, I was immediately met with doubt, until they saw the ribs come off of the grill. Then their eyes got big. The huge ribs are actually Beef Ribs, and if prepared properly […]
July 9 – Crock Pot Pork Chops
Prepare this super easy meal in 5 minutes before Sunday church and you will have the afternoon off. It is SO easy and delicious. Ingredients 5 Pounds – Boneless Pork Chops, sliced to approximately 1/2″ thick 1 Each – Large Onion sliced into 1/2″ rings 1/3 Cup – Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce 1/3 Cup […]
The Best Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Sauce
Salisbury Steak is a term often spoken in the school cafeteria line. I tried it a time or two, but I don’t remember it being especially good. Then there is the Salisbury Steak entree in a frozen dinner. No comment needed. Recently I attended a catered dinner and they served Salisbury Steak. It was apparently […]
Lemon Cilantro Chicken
Italian Wedding Soup
Smoked Tuna Dip
Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken
May 15 – Swiss Chard Pasta Salad
How about something light and fun for dinner this Sunday? Stir up a Tupperware(R) container of this delicious Swiss Chard Pasta Salad, a cooler full of soft drinks and head to the park, the beach or the local fishing hole and make fun your first priority. Eating can be a minor agenda item. If you […]
Amazing Chicken Cordon Bleu
Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken
Shrimp Baja Bowl
Deluxe King Ranch Chicken
Everyone loves an easy Sunday Dinner that includes bubbling cheesy goodness. This version of the traditional King Ranch Chicken has a few extras such as cilantro and black olives. Your family will love it! The basic framework for this recipe is tried and true and you can count on it producing excellent results every time. […]
Shrimp & Grits – A Savannah Favorite
Mujadara – Lentils, Rice & Onions – from Biblical Times
Mujadara, Mujaddara, Mujadarah or Megadarra are all different spellings of the same dish. It is the Arab equivalent to Beans and Rice. Although it is now served in fine Middle Eastern restaurants, it was once considered a poor man’s meal as it did not contain meat. Meat was only added for special celebrations. Written recipes […]
Hot Tamale Pie
Chicken Cacciatore – Elegant Meets Rustic
Chicken Cacciatore is the perfect combination of elegant and rustic. Cacciatore literally means “hunter style” in Italian. This dish, however, can be as elegant as you wish. It is PACKED with flavor. Preparation is easy. Ingredients 10 – Fresh Chicken Thighs with Skin and Bones 5 Tablespoons – Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3/4 Cup – […]
Rainbow Swiss Chard Salad
Veggie Pasta from Zucchini , Yellow Squash & Carrots
52 Sunday Dinners is all about experimenting with different food concepts. Try this interesting twist on traditional Italian spaghetti pasta. Simply replace standard spaghetti noodles with spiral cut zucchini, yellow squash and carrots. You may prepare it with meat balls, or Italian sausage and top with your favorite marinara sauce or even pesto sauce. This […]
Smoked Turkey Breasts
If your grocer stocks fresh Turkey Breasts, give this simple barbeque technique a try. The flavor the turkey will absorb from the hardwood smoke will add amazing flavor to the turkey which is sometimes bland. The slow cooking of the smoker will produce a tender and juicy dinner that your whole family will love. Ingredients […]
Dave’s Two Two Crock Pot Chicken
One Pot Louisiana Jambalaya
Baked Ziti with Asparagus and Broccoli
If you love Macaroni and Cheese, and who doesn’t, you’ll love this simple Baked Ziti recipe. It is packed with Italian flavors of Italian herbs and Mozzarella Cheese. This will be a Sunday Dinner your family will beg you to repeat often. Ingredients 1 Pound – Rigatoni Pasta 1/2 Pound – Fresh Broccoli, cut into […]
Skewered Lemon Chicken-Kabobs
Preparation for these delicious Skewered Lemon Chicken-Kabobs is easy, but a bit time consuming. Preparation for marinating begins the day before. The result is lean strips of chicken breasts bursting with flavor that your family will love. Ingredients 4 to 5 Pounds – Fresh (never frozen) Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast 4 Each – Lemons (one […]
Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage & Mozzarella Cheese
Easy “Fall-Off-The-Bone” BBQ Pork Ribs
Blue Cheese Cabbage Slaw
My good friend David Smith returned from a short road-trip to Plano, Texas. He had lunch at Lockhart Smokehouse. The barbeque there is award winning and famous, but it was the Blue Cheese Slaw he couldn’t stop talking about. This is not exactly like Lockhart’s slaw, which is spiked with jalapenos. Mine is milder and […]
Chicken Enchiladas – A Tex-Mex Favorite
Oh Boy! So you have tried Tex-Mex Enchiladas at all of your favorite restaurants, locally owned and franchise establishments. You never thought about making them in your own kitchen. Well give this easy recipe a try and your own kitchen will become your new favorite Tex-Mex establishment. We’ll add a little something special to give […]
Pork Chops with Parmesan Cheese and Breadcrumbs
Every few weeks someone in the the family says, “That is the best Sunday Dinner ever!” Two of my family members made that claim when I prepared this meal with my Junior Chef. These pork chops prepared with Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs were mouth watering and delicious! Ingredients 5 Pounds – Pork Chops, custom cut […]
Casual Italian Pasta – 30 Minute Prep Time
So this Sunday is more hectic than normal and you don’t want to spend it in the kitchen, even though you enjoy cooking. Plan this 30 minute meal with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry and refrigerator. Feel free to add or take away ingredients, based on what you have available, and your […]
Smoked Pork Loin
A great Sunday Dinner does not have to be complicated or elegant. The main objective of 52 Sunday Dinners is to inspire you and your family to place your feet under the same table each Sunday evening. It is to inspire fellowship and conversation. This Smoked Pork Loin will certainly meet that objective. Preparation is […]
Bacalao con Garanzos (Cod with Chickpeas)
Bone-In Ribeyes – Man Food The Whole Family Will Love
Louisiana Gumbo w/Shrimp, Sausage & Chicken
Get Ready for Mardi Gras! OK. Mardi Gras in on a Tuesday, but try this gumbo recipe the Sunday to celebrate Mardi Gras. Louisiana cuisine is famous for being spicy, flavorful and hearty. Having lived in Louisiana, I can tell you that in Southern Louisiana gathering for a good meal means meeting with family. In […]
Whitefish en Papillote (In Parchment)
This dish is an elegant Sunday Dinner that will impress the adults, and the novelty of the “secret packs” will fascinate the kids. En Papillote is simply French for “in parchment” and is a great way to present your creation. You’ll see two series of pictures here. Don’t be afraid to experiment. Ingredients 3 Pounds […]
Tabouleh Salad – Greek Taboulleh
I prepare a salad for practically every Sunday Dinner of the year. Often it is a variation of a green tossed salad. See navigation tab above. This Greek Tabouleh Salad is always well received and is appreciate with any Middle Eastern meal. It is busting with the simple flavors of olive oil, mint and […]
“Minute Corn” Carcinogen on the Cob
Our “Stupid Food” for this month is a vacuum packed pair of perfectly formed ears of Corn on the Cob. It was picked last year in Thailand, vacuum packed in plastic, shipped across the ocean, shipped to a warehouse somewhere in the US and then delivered to an unrefrigerated shelf in your local grocery store. […]
Mama Sara’s Stuffed Grape Leaves
Gigantic Buffalo Wings for Your SuperBowl Party
Smothered Beef Roast or 7 Steak
Oh Boy! You will love the rich flavor of this Beef Roast smothered in Mushroom Steak Sauce and it is very easy to prepare. Prep early for a low and slow Sunday afternoon simmer and your family will be “richly rewarded” with a meal that is densely packed with flavor and will be fall-apart-tender. You […]
Cucumber Tomato Chickpea Salad
This simple salad is a great complement to the Chicken Curry that is contained here in 52SundayDinners.com. It is easy to prepare in advance and will keep in your refrigerator for several hours. Ingredients 2 Each – Large Cucumbers, quartered and sliced 4 Each – Roma Tomatoes, quartered and sliced 1 Each – 16 oz. […]
Indian Curry Chicken and Rice
Chicken and Dumplins – Rolled Method
Family dinners should be comfortable, friendly and welcoming. Nothing says comfort, friendship or welcome better than Chicken & Dumplings. It is FUN to make, allows you the flexibility to be creative, and is a perfect opportunity to include your children or grandchildren in the process. If you search online for “Chicken & Dumplings” you will […]
Cilantro Lime Slaw
Prepare this Cilantro Lime Slaw to complement your Southwestern dish. It is a little tart, compared to most slaws, but will wake up your taste buds! Ingredients 1 Large Head – Cabbage, sliced on a mandolin at the thinnest setting. 1/6 Head – Purple Cabbage, sliced on a mandolin at the thinnest setting. 1 Bunch […]
Roasted Duck with Orange Glaze
My dad is a man of many talents. You might say he is a Renaissance Man. He intentionally taught his five children a variety of life skills, including gardening and “farming” on our 3/4 acre city lot in Greenville, Mississippi. On that small parcel, we often had chickens and ducks. There were times when we […]
Sicilian Fish Soup Over Orzo
If you are a frequent reader of 52SundayDinners.com you know that the recipes usually allow for “Left-Overs” so you can enjoy the fruit of your labor Monday or Tuesday as well. With this Sicilian recipe, “for-GED-a-bot-it.” Your family will wipe this elegant meal out! The combination of flavors generated by the fennel, the seafood and […]
Cookie Cake From Scratch – Birthday Cookie Cake
If you have regular Sunday Dinners as we propose, you are bound to have several family birthdays. There is no better way to celebrate than with a cookie cake and ice cream, plus a few presents! Ingredients 1 1/2 Cups – Nestle(r) Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels 1 3/4 Cups – All Purpose Flour 3/4 […]
Sliders – Mini Cheeseburgers – Great for Game Day
My mouth is watering as I write this post. Now, I don’t want to insult you and give you a step-by-step recipe for cooking hamburgers. I will, however, give you a few tips that might be helpful to you. Planning and Preparation Regular burgers require about 1/4 pound of ground beef, or about 4 burgers […]
Baked “Chicken Dance” Chicken Breasts
This is a variation on previous 52SundayDinner where we cooked Jumbo Buffalo Wings. The main difference is that in this recipe we add eggs and lemon juice to thicken the crust. Yes, it is a bit like Shake & Bake, but it is from scratch. Ingredients 6 Pounds – Fresh Skinless Boneless Chicken Breasts (not […]
Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
Your family will LOVE this easy Southwestern version of grilled chicken. Frankly the 10 pounds of chicken listed in this recipe was almost not enough for 7 adults and a bunch of young grandkids. They loved it and there were plenty of empty chicken leg bones at the end of the evening to prove it! […]
Shepherd’s Pie / Cottage Pie
This is a “Stick to your ribs” comfort food that is great any time of the year. My version of this uses ground beef and turkey, which technically classifies it as Cottage Pie. Shepherd’s Pie uses the same basic ingredients and preparation, but uses lamb instead of beef and turkey. The combination of flavors is […]
Stuffed Bell Peppers w/Ground Beef & Rice
Stuffed Bell Peppers were often prepared and served at home by my mother, Mama Sara. This version is slightly different. The combination of flavors will be well worth the little extra effort to produce this satisfying meal. This meal is a good opportunity to co-op with a junior chefs in your family. Ingredients: 2.25 Pounds […]
Roasted Cauliflower – Healthy & Delicious!
Herb Rubbed Pork Loin
Oh Boy! If you want to prepare this Sunday Dinner, order up some John Henry’s herb rub in advance. Order specifically his Tammy’s Herbal Rub Seasoning. You may follow this LINK to have it delivered to your door. The current price is only $6.49 for 12 ounces. John Henry personally performed a demonstration at […]
Hibachi Grill Right in Your Own Home
Our family loves to dine at traditional hibachi grills. Every large town has one or more. They were popularized in the 1960s by the food chain Benihana. Unfortunately, it is not practical to take the WHOLE family at one time to any local restaurant that doesn’t have a playground. The solution, plan one of your […]
Marinated Eye of Round Roast
Snow Crab Legs w/Fresh Corn and Potatoes
Snow Crab Legs are always a “crowd pleaser.” The preparation is straight forward and requires little reason to deviate. Say “Crab Legs this Sunday” and you will have distant relatives claiming to be driving through your town on Sunday evening. How could something this simple be so good? I don’t know, but every time Red […]
Spicy Cajun Pork Loin
Simple Coleslaw to Complement Any Casual Meal
Our family loves Coleslaw. In fact EVERY Sunday Dinner includes a tossed green salad or some type, or coleslaw. Try this simple recipe and adjust it to your taste. Ingredients 1 Head – Cabbage 3/4 Cup – Mayonnaise 1/4 Teaspoon – Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning 1/2 Teaspoon – Nature’s Seasoning Instructions Remove outer leaves […]
Texas Chili with Beans and Sweet Potatos
Awesome Spanish Paella
Paella is a dish that is as beautiful as it is delicious. There are many variations on this recipe. Try this Texas/Spanish version. Your family will love it and they’ll be impressed at your ability to cook this traditional Spanish dish. There are many unique flavors that may be new to your family’s taste buds, […]
Home Made Chicken Pot Pie
An American classic, like Momma used to make. When you hear the words CHICKEN POT PIE I hope you don’t immediately think of the mass produced, factory prepared in a tin foil pie pan and flash frozen kind. If you do, you’re in for a real treat. 52SundayDinners.com is all about fresh ingredients, preparation and […]
Brisket Slow Cooked Pot Roast Style
One of the fun things about this site, 52SundayDinners.com, is that I get to experiment and encourage you to experiment. Brisket is made to be smoked, right? Of course. It all about the rub, the wood, the smoke ring, the barbeque competition, bragging rights, etc. So forget all of that for one week. What if […]
52 Sunday Dinners is Featured in IN Magazine
I am pleased to announce that 52SundayDinners.com was featured in the January/February issue of IN Magazine. Editor Danny Mogle and specialty photographer Sarah A. Miller spent the afternoon with me and a large percentage of my family. We cooked and “visited” and shared stories. I was assisted that day by a couple of four-year-olds, Truett […]
Thanksgiving Dinner – I know, it doesn’t fall on a Sunday
This year, try something different for your Thanksgiving turkey. Deep fry it. This process has been popular for abut 20 years, and if you have not given it a try, do it this year. The precautions are VERY important. Every year several houses and apartment complexes are burned-down while frying turkeys. This notice is not […]
Greek Cabbage Salad
I LOVE salads and this Greek Cabbage Salad with Spinach and Mint is a great addition to almost any dinner. It will work especially good with beef or lamb, but don’t be afraid to have it support chicken, fish or even burgers! Preparation is very easy. There is plenty of room for experimenting with different […]
Lasagna with Fresh Zucchini and Herbs
Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich – Boston Butt
My mouth is watering as I type this recipe and look at the pictures of this Pulled Pork Barbeque Sandwich. It is made from a large Boston Butt. Other cuts of pork, such as a pork shoulder will work, also. Cooking time and preparation is lengthy, but the process is very simple. Brine Ingredients 1/2 […]
Deep, Deep, Deep Dish Pizza
Kibbie – A Middle Eastern Favorite
Growing up in a home with Italian and Syrian parents I was exposed to some terrific cultural cuisine. This recipe for Kibbie ironically was given to my wife Teresa by my Italian mother, who cooked it regularly for my Syrian dad. Purists might use lean lamb, but my family almost always used lean beef – […]
Salmon Croquettes – A Southern Favorite
I can almost hear the grease popping in Mama Sara’s cast iron skillet as the housekeeper (Josephine) prepared a batch of Salmon Croquettes. These tasty patties have not been elevated to the status of crab cakes in recent years, but Salmon Croquettes taste great, just like it’s cousin the crab cake, and are equally […]
Southern Potato Salad – Texas Special “Tater Salad”
Potato Salad has been a staple for family gatherings for generations. My mom made great potato salad. My wife’s mother and grandmothers made great potato salad. If you want your relatives to yell, “Don’t forget to bring your special potato salad!” for future family gatherings, try this simple recipe. Ingredients 7 Pounds – Russet Potatoes, […]
Broccoli Cornbread
Tender & Juicy Pork Loin Chops / Marinated in Soy Sauce
Avocado Salad with Lime, Cilantro, Black Beans and Chick Peas
Baked Potato Chips and Mixed Grill
Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto
Shish-Kabobs with Roasted Potatos
Simple is good! Shish-Kabob is simple to prepare and delicious to eat. Every time I Shish-Kabob I remember the many times my dad would have his five Syrian brothers over for dinner. The Syrian version is called “Laha-Mish-Wi” and was often made with lamb. Their shish-kabob was always cooked somewhere between rare and raw. I […]
Classic Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan is a in the regular rotation at our home. You will find two recipes for it here at 52SundayDinners.com. If you appreciate Nana Sarullos’s cooking you will appreciate THIS authentic version. Below you will find a more traditional version. It requires stove-top browning, plus baking. Ingredients 4.5 Pounds – Fresh Skinless Boneless Chicken […]
Catfish – Battered and Baked, Not Fried
If you love fried catfish like our family loves fried catfish, you could eat it quite often. Many of us grew up in the Mississippi Delta, the undisputed epicenter of the farm raised catfish culture. This healthier alternative taste just like fried catfish and has an awesome spice blend that will tickle your taste buds. […]
REAL Macaroni & Cheese
Boiled Shrimp with Potatoes and Corn
Pulled Beef – Rump Roast Sandwiches
I love EASY home cooking. I love food that TASTES GREAT. This meal is the best of both worlds. Ingredients 8 Pounds – Lean Beef (Rump Roast is preferred) 16oz Jar – Pepperoncini Peppers, Juice Included 1 Can – Campbell’s Beef Consomme Soup 2 Teaspoons – Salt 1 Tablespoon – Lee & Perrin’s Worcestershore Sauce […]
Stove Top Carrots
This healthy side dish is a favorite of our family. It is SO easy to prepare, beats frozen vegetables hands down and is filled with healthy vitamins. Carrots contain the following vitamins: B,C,D,and E. Their carotene is converted into Vitamin A by our bodies. Just as important, they taste good and the grand-kids love […]
Mini Salad Bar for Family Sunday Dinners
Hey …. What do you want on your salad? Don’t worry about it. When you prepare a garden salad for your family on Sunday night, simply clean and toss the lettuce, spinach, spring mix or your favorite leafy vegetable and put everything else in this seven (7) compartment divided storage container. It is a Rubbermaid […]