Updated March 26, 2019 I love entertaining all year round, but summer parties are probably my favorite. I love dining outside and summer parties always seem more relaxed. One of my go to summer appetizers are these Grilled Polenta Rounds with Black Bean and Avocado Salsa. They are easy to make and a great start to any meal. This appetizer is super easy because I use store bought polenta. You know, the stuff in the tube....

Ingredients Pork tenderloin/pork fillet is a fantastic economical source of protein and is so delicious when grilled until golden brown and juicy on the inside. Because it’s a relatively bland cut of meat, it’s perfect served with a punchy sauce to add flavor. My lemon caper sauce recipe is my go-to when I need to serve a sauce alongside meat but don’t want anything too rich or creamy. Inspired by chimichurri, the sauce is packed with fresh herbs, capers and lots of lemon juice making it the perfect addition to grilled meat....

Updated March 26, 2019 Happy Labor Day weekend! Do you have any fun plans? This is the weekend for one last summer hurrah! We are getting out our grill and making our favorite Garlic Butter Grilled Vegetable Pizza. I love making this pizza because it is loaded with veggies and I am sure you have lots of garden veggies to use up right now. Instead of using traditional red pizza sauce, we top the pizza with garlic butter....

If you ever walk into a Chinese bakery, you’ll be greeted by an irresistible aroma of freshly baked breads and pastries. Among the wide variety of options, one popular favorite is the ham and cheese bun — a soft, fluffy bun filled with savory ham and gooey cheese. It’s a snack that perfectly balances sweet and salty, and it’s often enjoyed as breakfast, a midday snack, or even as a light meal....

2021 Holiday Gift Guide 1. Kousaido Japanese Incense I came across Kousaido incense when I was visiting Kyoto, Japan. Since then, I’ve been purchasing their incense for 10+ years. I love the Cherry Blossom, Lavender, Jasmine and my personal favorite is the Little Stream Freesia. Their incense is tranquil and has a subtle scent that is just enough to keep my room peaceful. I light up a stick when I practice yoga, take a bath, or for evening chill time with a cup of tea....

Updated November 17, 2019 Roasted Brussels Sprouts Brussels sprouts are one of my all-time favorite vegetables. I know sometimes they get a bad rap, but that is because sometimes they aren’t cooked properly and can be a mushy mess. BUT don’t be afraid of Brussels sprouts, they are so good if you cook them right. You will LOVE roasted Brussels sprouts, they are the way to go! Roasting brings out the best flavor and the Brussels sprouts aren’t mushy, they are crispy and full of flavor!...

Hot dry noodles, or ‘re gan mian’ (热干面), is a classic Chinese summer dish that’s often eaten for breakfast in Hubei province though it’s very popular throughout China. It’s also one of the 10 most famous noodle dishes in China. The vendors are out at dawn serving up heaping portions of this historic noodle dish, quite like the way they serve Dan Dan Noodles in Sichuan. Once you order it, the vendor will assemble your bowl using thick noodles, a sesame-paste-based sauce, aromatic broth, and assorted pickles....

Updated March 05, 2020 I have been obsessed with Icebox Cupcakes ever since I made them for Caleb’s first birthday. I loved the chocolate cupcakes so much that I made a gingerbread version for Christmas. I’m back with more icebox cupcakes for St. Patrick’s Day, Chocolate Mint Icebox Cupcakes. Yay for green week! And yay for chocolate mint-always a winning combo! I love making these cupcakes because everyone oohs and aahs over them....

However, I am making a few modifications to make it simpler. Here’s a shareable recipe for a simple red radish curry prepared with fresh ingredients like mooli (radishes), onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. It’s a simple and straightforward dish that doesn’t require a lot of skill or time in the kitchen. I agree to be sent email. The whole process comes together in under 40 minutes, resulting in an incredibly flavorful curry that will satisfy your cravings....

If you love cooking in your Instant Pot, check out our Easy Instant Pot Recipes! What is Birria Ramen? Birria ramen is a combination of two iconic dishes, Birria and Ramen. Birria is a Mexican dish consisting of meat (goat meat, beef, chicken/birria de pollo) that is stewed in a rich broth (consommé) with chiles and aromatics until fall-apart tender. The stew can be served over rice or with tortillas and accompaniments like lime, onion, etc....

These here pancake muffins (puffins?) are for all the times you wanted to take your stack in the car but couldn’t. Before we get into the details behind these bites of glory, let’s chat resolutions. It’s officially the new year (hi, 2017!) and that means your inbox is more than likely cluttered with all things “cleanse” and “detox.” Ummm…don’t. Rest assured that you do not need to flip your diet upside down in order to get your health back on track this month....

Ingredients Full recipe with amounts can be found in the recipe card below. Mirin. Rice vinegar. Lime juice can be substituted. Miso paste. Brown sugar. Soy sauce. Salmon. Sesame oil. Spring onions / Scallions. Garlic. Noodles. Use any noodles you like. Ramen, stir-fry, udon, etc. will all work with this recipe. Sesame seeds. Coriander/cilantro. Fresh chillies. How to make miso salmon What to serve with miso salmon I love serving the caramelized salmon with noodles but steamed rice or greens are a great idea too....

Updated January 28, 2013 I started my day at Bouchon Bakery with Amanda, Jenny, and Lori. We ordered a little bit of everything. Several of you asked how we eat everything, well we don’t. We all take a taste and move on. Look at the damage we did to these tasty treats. I hate wasting food, but we were on a mission to visit as many bakeries as we could....

Okra Fry is a downright delicious, sumptuous, and healthy stir fry with few simple ingredients. It is typically served with steamy hot rice or Indian phulka roti, but it pairs very well with just about anything that is bland. Since I have been successful in getting my kids to eat (and crave) for Okra Fry, I think you will love this too! I agree to be sent email. How to buy the best okra Have you noticed that Okra hardens as it ages?...

Published on September 13, 2021 Learn how to make Overnight Oats, a great make-ahead breakfast that is perfect for busy mornings. The oats are healthy, satisfying, and delicious! Plus, this easy overnight oats recipe is very customizable. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but mornings are often hectic, making it hard to cook, sit down, and eat a good meal. Overnight Oats are one of my favorite breakfasts because you can make them the night before and eat them on-the-go!...

Published on June 06, 2022 You only need 5-ingredients and 10 minutes to make this Pesto Chicken Salad. It’s the perfect easy lunch, dinner, or snack. Serve it over a bed of greens, as a sandwich or wrap, or enjoy with crackers. My boys really love this Pesto Chicken Salad. They call it the green chicken salad:) It is a favorite at our house and SO easy. You only need 5-ingredients....

An introduction to Chinese pork and vegetable stew Pork and vegetable stew, or Luan Dun (乱炖) is a traditional northeastern Chinese stew known for its hearty, rustic nature. “Luan Dun” translates to “mixed stew” or “randomly stewed,” which highlights its key feature—an assortment of ingredients thrown together and slowly stewed. Luan Dun represents the harvest. The dish typically includes pork and various vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, cabbage, eggplant, tomatoes, and green beans....

Updated March 26, 2019 This post is sponsored by Frito-Lay. I love sweet and salty treats. A few of my favorites include: Salted Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies Sweet and Salty Marshmallow Popcorn Oh, and we can’t forget our epic Sweet and Salty Snack Board. Yep, I am a sucker for anything sweet and salty. Well, my sweet and salty obsession continues with Potato Chip Chocolate Chip Blondies....

Updated April 28, 2011 The cupcake batter was easy to make. I like that the recipe called for half oil and half applesauce. It kept the cupcakes super moist, especially with all of that pumpkin! I love the fall spices too, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves! I knew these were going to be good when they were baking. My kitchen never smelt so good! After the pumpkin cupcakes cooled I frosted them with maple cream cheese frosting....

Making your own crust is the first step to making a delicious pie. My recipe is easy and the end result is almost like shortbread which is the perfect partner for the rich, spiced filling. Use warming spices that compliment the sweet pumpkin. Pumpkin spice mix is fine but if you really want a special pie, blend your own. I love using cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and all spice along with vanilla....