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Quick Fix: Greek Salmon
For a simple, refreshing summer dinner, I decided to serve a Greek salad with salmon sauteed in an olive oil, lemon and garlic sauce. Fresh oregano gave a burst of flavor to the sauce.
A secret to keeping the salmon juicy and flaky is to under cook it a little leaving the inside a little translucent. The salmon will continue to cook in its own...Read more
Daylight Duet Pancakes and Syrup
Experience the harmony of the daylight with Daylight Duet Pancakes and Syrup. This classic combination of fluffy pancakes drenched in sweet syrup sings a duet as harmonious as the daylight.
Ingredients 1 cup pancake mix 3/4 cup water Butter for the pan Maple syrup for serving Fresh berries for garnishInstructions ...Read more
Swift Asian-Style Coleslaw
This Swift Asian-Style Coleslaw is a fresh and tangy side dish that is perfect for any gathering or a quick lunch.
Ingredients: 4 cups shredded cabbage 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 2 carrots, grated Asian-style vinaigretteInstructions: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, bell pepper, and carrots.
Toss with ...Read more
Joyous Jackfruit Tacos
Step into a tropical paradise with this exotic and flavorful meal. Joyous Jackfruit Tacos are a fiesta of flavors, encapsulated in a crunchy taco shell.
Ingredients Jackfruit Taco shells Barbecue sauceInstructions Cook the jackfruit with barbecue sauce until tender.
Fill the taco shells with the cooked jackfruit....Read more
Sunset Prawns Delight
In the quiet fishing villages along the Italian coast, the day's catch is transformed into the evening's feast, simple yet full of flavor. Our Sunset Prawns Delight is just such a dish, born from the union of sea, fire, and the setting sun.
Ingredients Large prawns Olive oil SaltInstructions Heat the olive oil in a pan over ...Read more
Whispering Pines Pesto Pasta
Taste the freshness of the forest with Whispering Pines Pesto Pasta. The aroma of basil and the tanginess of Parmesan cheese in the pesto sauce bring the whispers of the pines to your dinner table.
Ingredients 200g pasta 1 cup fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlicInstructions ...Read more
This no-bake pie is perfect for those dog days of summer
No-bake berry pies often turn out soupy, chewy or tasteless. Could we make a pie with great texture and flavor — and still keep it simple?
We used a flavorful graham cracker crust and thickened some pureed berries with cornstarch to create a no-bake summer berry pie recipe that was easy to make, sliced neatly, and had great flavor and texture...Read more
Heavenly Hungarian Goulash
Take a culinary trip to the heart of Europe with this robust stew. Heavenly Hungarian Goulash is a celebration of central European flavors.
Ingredients Beef Onions PaprikaInstructions Brown beef and onions, add paprika.
Simmer until the flavors meld together and the meat is tender.
This goulash is a flavorful...Read more
Quick Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
This speedy quinoa and black bean salad is a healthy and hearty Caribbean-inspired dish.
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked quinoa 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn kernels 1 red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Lime vinaigretteInstructions: In a large bowl, mix quinoa, black beans, corn, and red ...Read more
American Amatriciana
How to Buy Spaghetti Sauce
People write to me all the time and they say something like this: “You taught me how to read labels as part of dieting. I had no idea how many products have sugar in them! I now know sugar is everywhere!”
Sugar may not be everywhere, but it sure feels like it sometimes. It’s work to find brands that don�...Read more
Quick Fix: Pork and Peach Summer Salad
I used pork, fresh peach slices, red bell pepper and almonds for a variety of tastes and textures in this summer supper. It’s a treat when ripe, juicy peaches are in season. In fact, August is national peach month. The sweet peach slices provide a contrasting sweet flavor to the tangy dressing.
Some peach tips:
How to pick a ripe one: ...Read more
Enchanting English Cream Tea
Relax and unwind with a classic English tradition. Enchanting English Cream Tea is a delightful afternoon respite.
Ingredients Scones Clotted cream Strawberry jamInstructions Warm the scones.
Spread with clotted cream and a dollop of strawberry jam.
This cream tea is a journey to a cozy English tea room, ...Read more
Starry Sonata Smoothie Bowl
Experience the sonata of the stars with Starry Sonata Smoothie Bowl. The creamy smoothie topped with a variety of fresh fruit and granola sings a sonata as enchanting and invigorating as a starry night.
Ingredients 2 frozen bananas 1 cup fresh berries 1/2 cup almond milk A sprinkle of granola A few mint leaves for ...Read more
Flashy Fish Tacos
These quick and easy fish tacos are a true delight for your taste buds. A perfect mid-week meal that brings the vibrant Mexican coastline right to your plate.
Ingredients: 2 fish fillets 1 cup shredded cabbage 1/2 cup salsa 4 tortillas Lime wedges Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Season the fish fillets and pan...Read more
Moonlit Coconut Bliss Smoothie
Indulge in a tropical escapade with this Moonlit Coconut Bliss Smoothie, a divine potion that transcends time and space. As the blender whirs and twirls, it creates a dance of vibrant fruits and velvety coconut milk, resulting in a beverage that's as enigmatic as moonlight and as enchanting as a tropical sunset.
Ingredients 2 ripe ...Read more
This delicious drink has a long, far-reaching history
Many varieties of horchata are widely popular across Spain and Latin America. Our rice-and-almond-based version, flavored with Ceylon cinnamon, is a style typical to Mexico. It’s a cinch to make, and the sweet, cold, creamy drink is the perfect foil for warm weather and spicy food.
Toasting the almonds and cinnamon brought out their full ...Read more
Chic Chorizo-Stuffed Dates
Kickstart your party with a burst of flavors. Chic Chorizo-Stuffed Dates are an exciting exploration of textures and tastes.
Ingredients Dates Chorizo AlmondsInstructions Stuff each date with a piece of chorizo and an almond.
Bake until the chorizo is cooked and the dates are caramelized.
These dates are a ...Read more
Twilight's Bliss Chocolate Mousse
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of dusk with Twilight's Bliss Chocolate Mousse. The smooth, rich chocolate delight melts in your mouth, as soothing and comforting as the quiet allure of twilight.
Ingredients 200g of dark chocolate 3 large eggs 1/4 cup of sugar A pinch of saltInstructions Melt the chocolate in a ...Read more
Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini
What to do with all those tomatoes...
When you grow a garden, you know what it’s like when the tomatoes start coming in heavy and you have to figure out what to do with them. My mother used to can stewed tomatoes. It took her one long weekend, but we had enough for the whole winter.
I had an even worse problem than tomatoes one year ...Read more
Incredible Italian Pesto Pasta
Embark on a culinary trip to the Italian Riviera with this simple yet flavorful dish. Incredible Italian Pesto Pasta is a testament to the charm of Italian cooking.
Ingredients Pasta Pesto Parmesan cheeseInstructions Cook the pasta, reserve some pasta water.
Toss pasta with pesto and a bit of pasta water. Top with ...Read more