Laura D. Hanso

Laura D. Hanso

Potato Fasnacht Recipe

The first time I made potato fasnachts, my kitchen smelled like a cozy bakery. As soon as I pulled the golden, sugar-dusted doughnuts out of the fryer, my kids grabbed them while they were still warm. They were soft and…

Mexican Carne Guisada

The first time I made Mexican carne guisada for my family, the smell alone had everyone hovering in the kitchen. After a long simmer, the beef was melt-in-your-mouth tender, coated in a savory, slightly spicy gravy that begged to be…

Puff Pastry Pizza

The first time I baked a puff pastry pizza, I knew it was going to become one of our go-to dinners. The crust puffed up golden and flaky, with crisp edges that gave way to gooey, cheesy topping in the…

San Giorgio Lasagna

The first time I baked a San Giorgio lasagna for my family, it was gone before I even had a chance to put leftovers away. The bubbling cheese, savory meat sauce, and tender pasta layers came together into something so…