Are you enjoying all the summer fruits in season this year? Or, shall I say, are you taking full advantage of all the fresh fruits and veggies in season? Blueberries have got to be one of my favorite fruits. Not just because they are so healthy but also because they are tart and sweet all at the same time. I often use frozen blueberries during the year, but fresh now that’s something else!...
Step-by-step: Crustless mushroom quiche Mushrooms filling Wipe the mushrooms with a clean kitchen towel and chop them into thin slices.Pro tip – We cut thin slices so the mushroom cooks down and does not become too bulky in the quiche. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic for one minute until the onions are translucent. Add the chopped mushroom stalks – and sauté a minute more....
Looking for more no-bake desserts? Then you’ve come to the right place! Try my recipes for No Bake Churro Krispie Bars, 3 Ingredient Old Fashioned Potato Candy, and No Bake Frozen Peanut Butter Pie. These peanut butter bars are rich too but so much easier to make than even the simplest fudge recipe. These are no-bake and come together in less than 20 minutes. The best part is the chocolate on top....
This fun fusion dessert combines flavors of the popular Indian drink made on the festive occasion of Holi, Thandai in the form of cake making it irresistible! This cake is simple to make, moist, egg-less, a treat to the eyes, and a whole new way to enjoy Thandai. You can make this dessert easily ahead of time so it’s great for Holi parties, New Year parties, baby and wedding showers, or even just a picnic in the park or at the beach....
Swiss meringue buttercream is a luxurious frosting made from whipped egg whites, sugar, and butter. Unlike American buttercream, which is made with powdered sugar and butter, Swiss meringue buttercream has a silky smooth texture and a light, airy consistency. To make Swiss meringue buttercream, egg whites and sugar are whisked together over a double boiler until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture reaches 160°F (71°C). The mixture is then whipped into stiff peaks and cooled....
Entremets, a term derived from French cuisine, represents a realm where culinary artistry meets indulgence. These intricate desserts are a symphony of flavors, textures, and visual delights, meticulously crafted to elevate the dining experience to new heights. At the heart of an entremet lies a harmonious marriage of contrasting elements – creamy mousses, velvety ganaches, delicate sponge cakes, crunchy layers, and vibrant fruit inserts, all encased in a glossy glaze....
If you aren’t familiar with this dish, Mysore Pak is a popular South Indian sweet dish, which is primarily made with besan, sugar and ghee. Though there are a few different ways this dish can be made as – mysore pak can be soft, hard or crumbly. And you can certainly substitute some of these ingredients with others. But in my (very biased) opinion, this crumbly version (with lots of layers and air pockets) is the best, as it’s neither too hard to bite into, nor too soft and mushy, it’s got just the perfect crumbly texture that will melt-in-your-mouth....
As it turns out, raw fennel definitely smells like licorice, but it doesn’t taste at all like that. We had a huge fennel bulb in our CSA Box this week and I had no idea what to do with it! I looked up some flavor combinations recommended with fennel in The Flavor Bible and found that there are a lot of uses for it. We were all impressed with the flavor in this simple side dish....
Cinnamon rolls are more than just a sweet treat; they are a warm and comforting experience. They can transport you to blissful childhood mornings or elevate any brunch gathering. These spirals are a delightful combination of soft, buttery dough and a luscious, cinnamon-infused filling, all topped off with a creamy glaze that adds sweetness. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven, still warm and gooey, or savor them with a hot cup of coffee or tea, cinnamon rolls can soothe the soul and delight the taste buds....
Quick and scrumptious dinner recipes are just our specialty. Try our Chicken and Potatoes with Dijon Cream Sauce, Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs, Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter, and Herb Butter Salmon and Asparagus. Expert Tips If your skillet isn’t big enough to cook chicken and asparagus at the same time, then first cook the chicken fully in the pan. Then, take the chicken out and place it on a plate....
Gefilte fish is a traditional Jewish dish made from ground fish, usually carp, whitefish, or pike. The fish is typically mixed with onions, eggs, matzo meal (or bread crumbs), and seasonings, then formed into oval-shaped patties or balls and poached in a broth. It is often served chilled, accompanied by horseradish. The dish has its origins in Eastern Europe, particularly among Ashkenazi Jewish communities. It is commonly associated with Jewish holidays and celebrations, especially Passover, where it is a popular item on the Seder plate....
One of my all-time favorite German comfort dishes, this German lentils recipe, known as Linsen mit Spätzle, is made the way my Mutti and Oma make it in authentic Swabian fashion. The combination of vinegar and just a touch of sugar gives it its famous sweet-sour flavor balance. Coupled with smoky bacon and flavorful veggies, it’s a favorite dish throughout Germany! If the national dish of Swabia were put up for vote, Schwäbische Linsen mit Spätzle would certainly be one of the finalists....
Broccoli is a powerhouse vegetable known for its impressive nutritional profile and versatile culinary uses. Packed with vitamins C, K, and A, as well as fiber, folate, and antioxidants, broccoli supports immune function, bone health, and digestion. Its slightly bitter yet earthy flavor makes it a great addition to a variety of dishes, but one of the best ways to enjoy its benefits is in a comforting bowl of broccoli soup....
I really love summertime activities. Not just the swimming and the camping and the trips to the lake. My favorite thing is probably the long summer niiiiii-iiiiiiights. (sang like Danny Zuko from Grease) Up on the top of my favorite things to do in summertime list is s’mores roasting, right alongside air show attending. Both of which, I’m ridiculously happy to say, happened yesterday. On the way to the gym yesterday morning we hear that the air show was that afternoon and made sudden last minute plans to attend....
Most people know ham and cheese croissants as a sandwich. They slice ready to use croissant and fill it with slices of ham and cheese. For me, that’s just a fancy sandwich. I love making ham and cheese croissants from scratch with my homemade croissants dough. About these croissants Today, I am making these from scratch using my popular homemade croissants dough, but feel free to use store-bought ready to use croissants or danish pastry dough....
Commonly served at luaus and Hawaiian restaurants, this treat caught my eye and I couldn’t resist making it along with our Huli Huli Chicken and Cilantro Lime Pineapple Rice. My kids flipped over this dessert and requested that I make it again as soon as possible. Feel free to stack a couple of the pieces. One little square is not enough!
Going for an Asian themed meal? Add Shrimp and Veggie Spring Rolls, Hot and Sour Soup, and Baked Cream Cheese Wontons. This post is in partnership with Kikkoman® USA, all opinions are my own. I am notorious for ordering appetizers as my main dish when we go out to eat. Like mother, like daughter I guess! I remember my mother always getting “the sampler” if the restaurant had it on the menu, with a request to bring it out with the rest of the entrees....
This looks like liquid gold because of the wonderful color it gets in the browning process. But this is brown butter! What is brown butter? Also known as beurre noisette, which in French meals hazelnut butter. Simply heat a stick of butter in a skillet on the stovetop on medium-high heat until its solids turn light brown. The process makes butter stronger in both flavor and texture. Brown butter enhances the flavor of baked goods and savory recipes....
This Chicken Goulash recipe is made in traditional Hungarian fashion where simple ingredients yield a tremendous depth of flavor! Hearty, delicious, and satisfying to the soul, this Hungarian chicken goulash is even better the next day after the flavors have had time to develop! Whether you live in what is currently a cool and rainy place like Washington, an area that is just beginning to thaw out from a mini ice age, or some warm and sunny region, this Hungarian Chicken Goulash is something you will all enjoy regardless of your current climate conditions....
Grinder Salad Whoa. This salad. It is SO good! As soon as I tasted the Italian Grinder Sandwich that I shared earlier this week, I knew that a salad needed to happen. The tangy slaw mixture topping the sandwiches was my favorite part, so I wanted to make the most of that flavor combination in a loaded salad. Luckily, I had plenty of extra ingredients on hand, so I was able to make this salad the very next day....
