I don’t know what it is about this time of the year but I gravitate towards ramen like a moth to a flame when autumn comes around. Last year at pretty much the exact same time, I posted my recipe for Pork belly ramen which remains to be one of my favourite recipes I have ever done. There’s something so satisfying about slurping piping hot noodles followed by that beautiful, rich broth....

Ingredients and Substitutions For the crust: I used a buttery, shortcrust recipe which consists of flour, cold butter, egg yolk, ice water and salt. I used salted butter but unsalted butter can be used too. Use any pastry/pie dough recipe or a store-bought pie crust as substitute. Cherry tomatoes. Any ripe tomatoes can be used instead. I like using tomatoes on the vine as they look so pretty but I know it’s not the most practical choice so feel free to use any tomatoes you have/like....

Published on August 17, 2022 Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata- roasted tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, creamy burrata cheese, and a drizzle of basil pesto. This simple roasted tomato recipe can be enjoyed with pasta, grilled bead, spaghetti squash, or even chicken. I love making bruschetta, tomato salad, pico de gallo, caprese pasta salad, and more! I am currently obsessed with Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata. Roasting tomatoes brings out the BEST flavor....

We love this delicious cold pasta salad recipe during the summer months. It’s the perfect side dish for any grilled main course but it’s also a fantastic lunch or easy dinner when it’s too hot to eat anything warm. Ingredients Needed Seafood. Shrimp, lump crab meat, fresh lobster, scallops, clams and mussels will all be delicious in this salad. I’m not a huge fan of imitation crab meat but feel free to add it....

Updated October 06, 2020 Easy Egg Casserole I use eggs all of the time for baking, but they have never been one of my favorite foods to just eat. I’ve never craved eggs…until recently. I don’t know what it is, but I am loving eggs! I have been eating them a couple times a week. I usually just scramble up a couple of egg whites with spinach and call it good, but I was getting kind of bored so I made a Spinach Artichoke Egg Casserole....

I just love this steak salad recipe. It has become my go-to for fuss-free lunches when I want to impress friends but can’t be bothered to spend too much time cooking. Juicy, cooked-to-perfection steak makes this salad a substantial meal when paired with the sweet, charred tomatoes, creamy goat’s cheese and slices of ripe avocado. Serve with some crusty bread for the ultimate summer meal. How to make steak salad Marinate a large steak in olive oil, lemon juice, chopped herbs, garlic, salt and pepper for at least 30 minutes....

Have you ever been in the middle of putting dinner together only to realize that you could do with another side dish? I know I have, and the answer to a quick, simple, and flavorful side lies in this stir fried cauliflower recipe. Crunchy cauliflower is enveloped in a sweet and sour tomato sauce, making a bright and delicious addition to your meal. It’s colorful and flavorful, the perfect side dish when you want to add more veggies but are growing a little tired of salads and your usual go-to sides....

Whenever I go to a Chinese restaurant, a plate of freshly stir-fried leafy green vegetables is a must-have. Among all the veggie dishes, stir-fried pea shoots with garlic sauce is one of the most popular. While living in Austin, it was quite difficult to get fresh Asian greens. The situation improved a lot when we moved to New York. Last week we finally settled down and started to explore Chinatown....

Published on June 09, 2021 Strawberry Brussels Sprouts Salad-shaved Brussels sprouts salad with strawberries, avocado, candied pecans, feta, red onion, and a simple poppyseed dressing! The perfect salad for spring and summer! My Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is one of my all-time favorite salads. If you’ve tried it, you know it’s amazing. Well, I decided to create a twist on the classic Brussels sprouts salad and make a version that is perfect for spring and summer....

Updated March 26, 2019 Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite foods. I love them in any form-roasted, in soup, as fries, and even on my tostadas. I made a pan of roasted sweet potatoes last week for lunch and had some leftovers. I was going to stick them in the refrigerator for later, but instead I made sweet potato rosemary biscuits for dinner. Homemade biscuits are not hard to make and taste so much better than the canned version, in my opinion....

Updated March 26, 2019 Summer cooking is my favorite because it is basically NO cooking! I am all about making easy summer recipes that require no stove, no oven, and no time. I also love summer recipes because of all the fresh produce. There are so many wonderful fruits and vegetables to choose from during the summer months. It makes mealtime easy! This Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad is the perfect example of my kind of summer recipe....

Homemade vegan buffalo wings taste way better, and they are so much more fresh-tasting than the restaurant version that you will never feel like ordering them at a restaurant anymore! I agree to be sent email. The first time I tried this, the pieces did not stand a chance around my kids, to last more than a minute 🙂 After all, they helped me in preparing the cauliflower florets....

When I order chow mein in a restaurant, I have noticed though that they tend to skimp on the vegetables. That’s why I really prefer the homemade version of vegetarian chow mein because I can load it up with more vegetables. Plus, it’s so versatile I can switch it up with whatever I have on hand. And I know what I’m putting into my meal by making my own sauce with the proper balance of oils....

During the warmed months, iced coffee is my go-to everyday treat. I love making it myself because not only is it way more affordable, it’s also easy and I can control the amount of sweetness added. My favorite iced coffee is this frozen frappé made with sweetened condensed milk. What is a frappé? A frappé is pretty much an iced coffee slushy. Coffee, cream or milk and ice is blended into a frozen drink then topped with whipped cream....

Updated January 15, 2021 Andes Mint Cookies-soft and chewy chocolate cookie topped with an Andes Mint that melts into the cookie, creating a divine chocolate mint frosting! The perfect cookies for the holiday season! The Andes Mints were always my favorite. You know, the chocolate mints in the shiny green wrapper. I would beg my brother and sister to give me their mints…I would offer to trade my orange, but they would never take me up on my offer, ha!...

Ingredients and Substitutions Arugula/rocket. Shaved Parmesan cheese. Pretty much any cheese will work in this salad. I like Parmesan or Pecorino Romano but goat cheese, feta cheese, mozzarella etc. will all be delicious. For the vinaigrette: Lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, Parmesan cheese, fresh garlic cloves, salt and black pepper. Balsamic vinegar can also be used and if you prefer a sweeter dressing, add a teaspoon of honey. Optional: I like to keep this salad super simple but pine nuts, sliced almonds, pecans or walnuts, cubed avocado, dried cranberries or cherries, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs etc can all be added....

I have already seen wonderful variations of the banana cake recipe that my readers have tried. I agree to be sent email. Today’s recipe is similar in the way that you can try several variations to suit your liking. A crunchy snack like baked spring rolls is a sure-fire appetizer that will kick start a meal and also perfect as a tea-time snack or as a kids lunch box snack....

Beef Lo Mein: Like Takeout, but Better What’s your favorite Chinese takeout dish? One of mine is beef lo mein. I can’t resist the allure of discovering tender beef slices amid a sea of noodles and vegetables. Or that sauce! It’s really delicious and comforting, but I know of something even better…making your own beef lo mein at home! Yes, you can do it too! Get takeout-style beef lo mein that tastes even better than your favorite Chinese takeout place....

Beef with oyster sauce is one of my favorite dishes for its simplicity. It’s got excellent flavor, beautiful texture, and is one of those dishes you can throw together any night. It impresses guests but is perfect for a dinner for two, too. Everyone always asks me how Chinese restaurants get beef to have such a tender texture. It’s a valid question since many times, the meat is of a tougher cut (such as flank or skirt steak)....

Published on January 25, 2022 30 Soup Recipes– A collection of the very best soup recipes! These soup recipes are tried and true family favorites that you will want to make over and over again. Most soups (especially the ones on this list) are really easy to make, too. They’re as easy as a little time at the stove or tossing a couple things in the slow cooker or Instant Pot....