Welcome to Know the Chef, the food blog dedicated to homemade Italian and French recipes, as well as some of our favorite sweet treats. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the flavors of Europe and beyond.

Griddled Eggplant Sandwiches

Ingredients: 6 tbsp of honey mustard For the Eggplant & Sandwich Assembly: 1 medium eggplant thinly sliced. Cut into half-moons and grilled 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste 4 thick slices of pumpernickel bread 4 thick slices of sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup fresh of microsgreens baby arugula 1 tbsp softened butter (for griddling the bread) Instructions: Lay the eggplant slices across a double layer of paper towels. Sprinkle both side

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Griddled Eggplant Sandwiches

Ingredients: 6 tbsp of honey mustard For the Eggplant & Sandwich Assembly: 1 medium eggplant thinly sliced. Cut into half-moons and grilled 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste 4 thick slices of pumpernickel bread 4 thick slices of sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup fresh of microsgreens baby arugula 1 tbsp softened butter (for griddling the bread) Instructions: Lay the eggplant slices across a double layer of paper towels. Sprinkle both side

Homemade Pappardelle in Meat Sauce

One of my family's favourites! Meat Sauce Ingredient: 4 ozs of organic ground beef 1 28oz can of crushed tomatoes 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp of browning sauce 1/2 cup of red wine 1 tbsp each of dried parsley, dried oregano, all crushed between fingers Meat Sauce Directions: With ground beef in a large sauce, brown until not pink. Add the crushed tomatoes, followed by the wine and spices. Bring to a slight boil on medium-high heat and immediately turn to med-low. Co

Slow Cooker Root Beer Ribs

Ingredients: 1 sweet onion chopped 2 tsp of paprika 1 tsp of celery salt 4 lbs. of baby back ribs cut into 4 rib sections 1 cup of root beer ½ cup of ketchup ¼ cup of brown sugar ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp of hot sauce Directions: Simmer the ribs for one hour to remove excess fat. Cook the onions in a skillet until translucent. Mix in the paprika and celery salt. Remove from the skillet and cool slightly. Rub both sides of the ribs with the onion mixture. In a bowl

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At Know the Chef, we are passionate about cooking and sharing our love of food with friends, and family. We believe that food should be both delicious and beautiful, and strive to create recipes that are both. Join us on our journey to discover new flavors, techniques, and inspiration.

Welcome to Know the Chef, the food blog dedicated to homemade Italian and French recipes, as well as some of our favorite sweet treats. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the flavors of Europe and beyond.

Griddled Eggplant Sandwiches

Latest Recipes

Griddled Eggplant Sandwiches

Homemade Pappardelle in Meat Sauce

Slow Cooker Root Beer Ribs

About Know the Chef

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