This is Mama Miche, and today in My Magic Kitchen: YaYa’s Sweet Potato Casserole

A holiday must-have: Yaya’s Sweet Potato Casserole, baked with love and always devoured. A staple at every Thanksgiving spread my Mom hosted was her sweet potato casserole. The tradition continues in Mama Miche’s Magic Kitchen.

Trader Joe’s Viral Lobster Pasta — But Make It Legendary The internet made it famous, Twice Stolen Spice made it unforgettable. Creamy, buttery lobster pasta with bold flavor that hits just right — ready in under 20 minutes.

If there’s one dish that proves simple can be spectacular, it’s a perfectly seared tuna steak. Just a quick kiss of heat on the outside, tender and ruby in the center — that’s where the magic happens. The real secret here? My signature Twice Stolen Spice. It turns that delicate tuna into something bold and crave-worthy, with layers of flavor that linger long after the last bite. This is the kind of dish that looks fancy but comes together in minutes — fresh, fast, and unforgettable.

I love stuffing vegetables with yummy fillings—it looks lovely, and it tastes divine. This roasted acorn squash is no exception! While the squash cooks, you’ll whip up an easy, flavor-packed stuffing with Italian sausage, spinach, sweet piquillo peppers, and rich, melty cheeses. When it all comes together, your taste buds and your belly will be like, “Damn! You love me! You really love me.” 

This is Mama Miche, and today in my magic kitchen: Cheese Blintz Casserole

This cheese blintz casserole is the perfect comfort meal: simple, satisfying, and delicious. Using store-bought cheese blintzes, a custard of eggs, butter, and sour cream, it bakes into a golden, creamy dish that feels celebratory yet effortless. It’s a classic way to welcome family and friends to the table —and it never fails to disappear quickly.

This is Mama Miche, and today in my Magic Kitchen: Peachy Mango Roast Cornish Hens.

Picture this: golden Cornish hens roasting in the oven, kissed with juicy mango, ripe peaches, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of Twice Stolen Spice™. It’s sweet, fragrant, and bursting with flavor. I love welcoming in the New Year with a dish that’s as sweet as honey on your tongue. Make this and make your kitchen magic! MMMK

This is Mama Miche, and today, in my magic kitchen: Smoked Turkey Leg

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a time for gathering, reflection, and savoring foods that symbolize hope, sweetness, and strength for the year ahead. While apples dipped in honey may take center stage at the table, a hearty main dish like smoked turkey legs brings depth and celebration to the holiday meal.

Smoking the legs infuses them with a deep, aromatic flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweet and symbolic dishes of the season—think pomegranate-glazed carrots, honey-roasted vegetables, and a golden round challah.

The slow smoking process brings out their natural succulence, making them a centerpiece dish that feels celebratory, comforting, and rooted in tradition—just the way Rosh Hashanah invites us to step forward into the year ahead.