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.

Steak Subs

In our family, we call these After School Specials since when we had night classes at the local university, this is what we typically made. Ingredients: 2 six-inch sub buns (see recipe in the bread section for homemade buns) 8 thinly sliced eye of the round or to your liking. 4 ozs of beef gravy (McCormick) Salt & Pepper to taste Olive oil to brush on insides of buns 4 slices of provolone cheese cut in half 6 slices of tomato 2 cups of shredded romaine lettuce Dried Oregano f

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Steak Subs

In our family, we call these After School Specials since when we had night classes at the local university, this is what we typically made. Ingredients: 2 six-inch sub buns (see recipe in the bread section for homemade buns) 8 thinly sliced eye of the round or to your liking. 4 ozs of beef gravy (McCormick) Salt & Pepper to taste Olive oil to brush on insides of buns 4 slices of provolone cheese cut in half 6 slices of tomato 2 cups of shredded romaine lettuce Dried Oregano f

Soft Sub Rolls

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons active dry yeast 1 ½ cup warm water, divided 2 tablespoons sugar 4 cups flour 3 tablespoons butter, cold, plus a little more for topping, cold ½ tablespoon salt Directions: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine yeast, ½ cup of warm water, and sugar. Stir until well combined. Let stand for about 10 minutes or until nice and foamy. In a separate mixing bowl add the flour and set aside. Add the remaining 1 cup warm water to the

Pasta Con Pisselli

Ingredients : ½ tsp of powdered onion 1 tbsp of olive oil 2 frozen 10oz packages of sweet peas 2 10.5 oz can of crushed tomatoes 2 cups of small pasta squares or shells 4 cups of water 1/8 cup of red wine Salt & Pepper to taste Directions : Add tomatoes, onion powder, peas, olive oil, red wine and water. Bring it to a boil and cook for 2 hours. Add in the pasta and cook for 10 minute

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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.

Steak Subs

Latest Recipes

Steak Subs

Soft Sub Rolls

Pasta Con Pisselli

About Know the Chef

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