I am continously amazed at how good kimchi recipes are and how easy this condiment is to use. These kimchi quesadillas are exceptional and really hit the tastebuds in a very good way. Crusty tortilla with a layer of kimchi sandwiched in between two layers of a great melting cheese, Oaxaca. A creamy sour cream … Continue reading
I’ve been making my Mom’s version of Sloppy Joes for a very long time and often kicked it up with some onions (occasionally peppers), added Guy Fieri’s onion straws and reduced some of the salt and sugar. Gochujang is a favorite condiment and provides the heat in these Sloppy Joes. There are different versions of … Continue reading
Love to use my slow-cookers as they are a portable, year round appliance. Plug them in the garage or deck if it’s warm outside and inside if the weather is cooler. Michigan has been going back and forth with the weather, one day it’s in the 80’s (unseasonal this time of year) and snow flurries … Continue reading
I was looking for a simple Asian inspired chicken recipe that stood on its own without being too complicated. I loved the idea of sides instead of say a stir-fry. This is another great recipe from Alana Kysar’s Aloha Kitchen – Recipes from Hawaii. This is what is called a plate lunch option which is … Continue reading
This is a spicy potato recipe coming from Eating Well Magazine by Louisa Shafia. There is a lot of heat provided by Sichuan chili oil and peppercorn oil, Sichuan peppercorns and some dried or fresh chili peppers. Very good potato dish but for me, without the bamboo shoots.
Enclosing food in foil or parchment paper with various ingredients such as a sauce or veggies is a good way to have a recipe turn out the way you want it too. Whether in the oven or on a grill you can be sure things stay moist and flavorful. I have used parchment paper a … Continue reading
This classic Korean dish is a pasta salad of sorts, with bold contrasting flavors and textures. This recipes comes from Milk Street The New Rules Recipes That Will Change the Way You Cook (2019) by Christopher Kimball. Three ingredients perked my interest; gochujang, kimchi and a noodle I was not familiar with – somen noodles. … Continue reading
For years I have enjoyed sesame noodles and would often pick up a container at Whole Foods, my local grocery or any deli – they all seem to carry their own version of this very flavorful noodle. Why I’ve never made it myself I can’t tell you. I decided to make my own because the … Continue reading
A while ago I posted another version of this popular Chinese dish; Stir-Fried Cauliflower with Chilies and Scallions. Christopher Kimball is the author coming from his World in a Skillet Cookbook. This recipe by Alissa of conveg.blog.com not only has spicy chilies but sweet peppers which I really enjoyed. There was no pancetta and more … Continue reading
I obviously am enjoying Christopher Kimball’s new cookbook as here is another recipe from “The World in a Skillet”. One of the reasons I am drawn to certain dishes is because of the ingredients and in this case cauliflower and of course chilies and scallions add more interest. Once again a recipe ranks high with … Continue reading