Pasta with Sardines and Fennel — this variation on Sicilian-style pasta sports a tangy tomato sauce.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Grilled Cheese on Rye. A St. Patrick’s Day grilled cheese to put a twist on the classic fare, or use up leftovers.

Guinness Pretzels with Ghost Pepper Salt heat things up on St. Patrick’s Day!

Spinach Salad with Craisins, Goat Cheese, and a Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Irish Soda Bread — make this easy bread as plain or fancy as you want.

Colcannon — mashed potatoes and kale flavor this traditional Irish dish.

Curried pork is tucked inside the tender, flaky crust of these empanadas. A great make-ahead hot appetizer!

Layered Greek Dip-A quick, make-ahead appetizer with fresh mediterranean flavors.

Creamy Gruyere and Shrimp Pasta with Peas.

Hungarian Beef Paprika Stew — this authentic Pörkölt is what most people call “Goulash”.

Monterey Jack Quesadilla with Pear Salsa.

Homemade Spätzle — Central European comfort food.

Pasta with Shrimp and Fennel — a piquant tomato sauce adds full flavor.

Flatbread with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onions.

Shaved Fennel Salad — this simple, lemony starter is perfect for cold weather.

Cauliflower gratin with cheese. (in Italian, with translator)

Red Beans and Rice — this Creole dish is a Mardi Gras favorite.

Savory galette filled with roasted butternut squash, caramelized onion & fontina from Smitten Kitchen.

The Hurricane Cocktail — celebrate Mardi Gras with a classic New Orleans cocktail.

Warm Spiced Beef Curry with Rice – fork tender beef, with a rich warm spiced sauce. Delicious, warming winter meal.

Beer Cheese Dip- Perfect with Soft Pretzel Bites or vegetables!

Artichoke Dip with Cheddar Cheese — this make ahead, no-bake dip is perfect for parties.