This curry is more like a tribute to a great curry (it is good in it’s own right). We had just gotten back from vacation, not a lot of food in the house (not even a great selection of things to make food), we had already ordered in the night before, my husband suggested hamburgerContinue reading “Coconut Curry”
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Extra Crispy Fried Chicken
My husband and I lived in Germany for a time, and one of the things he occasionally missed was KFC. So, I set out on a mission to try and re-create this ultra American treat, and it has become one of my biggest successes. This recipe takes a small amount of planning, but is ultimatelyContinue reading “Extra Crispy Fried Chicken”
Gluten Free Cookie Base (Customizable!)
When made correctly, a gluten free cookie can have the same texture, taste, and appearance as a cookie made with wheat…the secret? A diverse blend of alternative flours. There are many pre-made flour mixes on the market that are perfect, such Bobs Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour, King Arthur Gluten Free Flour,Continue reading “Gluten Free Cookie Base (Customizable!)”
Beef Wellington (Bites)
Despite it’s reputation, Beef Wellington is deceptively simple, comprised of only 3 (maybe 4, depending how you count) main ingredients wrapped in a pretty package. The ingredients themselves and preparation are the main stars of this dish, and I’ve broken down the fancy terms, explained the techniques, and tossed in some cheat codes to makeContinue reading “Beef Wellington (Bites)”
Simmered Green Beans
If your kid is like mine, or, you know, just a kid, vegetables can be a struggle. Que stage left and the arrival of my MIL, who apparently is the only one that can cook edible green beans. Gotta give my daughter credit where it’s due, these are damn delicious green beans. Prep Time: 10Continue reading “Simmered Green Beans”
Brownies 3 Ways
Have you ever tried to please a brownie lover? Nearly impossible right? Center or edge cut? Nuts or no nuts? Iced, a la mode, or plain? Whether you like cakey (mild judgement), fudgy, or practically unbaked gooey brownies, I have a recipe to suite your chocoholic taste buds Prep Time: 5 min Bake Time: 20Continue reading “Brownies 3 Ways”
Sesame Ginger Beef
My sister made a similar recipe during one of her visits and it was an instant success with my family, even earning acclaim from my 3 year old. It’s a perfect salty, slightly sweet protein with just the right amount of kick. Paired with jasmine rice and roasted broccolini, it makes the perfect Asian inspiredContinue reading “Sesame Ginger Beef”
Sweet Heat Chili
My husband grew up with a phenomenal cook of a dad, chili being one of his specialties. This recipe was born from a combination of a desire to elicit a reaction from my husband that was more than “(shrug) It’s good,” a minor, almost, diester of adding the wrong chili, #sospice, and then trying toContinue reading “Sweet Heat Chili”