Risotto is a dish that is intrinsically Italian. But unlike pasta or pizza, risotto is that one Italian dish that is either met with trepidation by people who cook and or is improperly done if the fear of cooking it is eventually overcome. Risotto is rice dish that is made … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2012
Easy Vegetable Korma
Vegetable korma is a delicious vegetable curry recipe that you will love. You may use other veggies such as broccoli, cauliflower and mushrooms if desired. Feel free to add some chili for some spice. You may serve it with roti or rice. Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 … [Read more...]
Ribollita
Ribollita or Tuscan bread soup is an aromatic comfort food which is quite filling enough to be a meal in itself. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly days. Here we used dried cannellini beans, but feel free to use canned ones to reduce the cooking time. Serves … [Read more...]
Chicken Curry
Here is a delectable chicken curry recipe with a Filipino twist. Here we used fish sauce to flavor it, but feel free to use salt if you want. Frying the vegetables makes them crispy on the outside, yet soft in the inside. I prefer this, but if you do not have time, you can simply … [Read more...]
Lemon and Blue Cheese Pasta
Lemon and blue cheese pasta is a yummy recipe that you can make in fifteen minutes. If you are not fond of blue cheese, use any type of cheese you like and it will taste just as good. Serves 4 Ingredients: 100g soft blue cheese, plus extra 40g unsalted … [Read more...]
The Extensive World of Wine
Choosing the best wine to go with a meal is not always an easy task for there are many different varieties and styles to choose from. We all know the basics of red, white and rosé but there is far more to it than that. For example, Wikipedia’s exhaustive glossary of wine terms … [Read more...]
Customize Your Twitter Account with InstaBG
Most of us who have food blogs link our sites to social networking sites such as Twitter to showcase our content and photos to our followers and also attract new readers. For most, it routinely tweets new entries. InstaBG is a “free web based tool†which allows you to … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Latkes
Sweet potato latkes is a delicious appetizer that you can serve as finger food during potlucks or parties. You can make them ahead of time and just reheat them before serving. Make sure to drain the excess oil using paper towels to keep the latkes crispy because too much oil … [Read more...]
Shiitake Mushroom and Egg Roll
Shiitake mushroom and egg roll is a yummy dish that you can prepare with your kids. You can ask them to do simple tasks such as beating the eggs or carefully rolling the egg rolls. Feel free to be creative when it comes to the filling. It is best to use a rectangular or square … [Read more...]
Paprika Pork with Pineapple Salad
Quick meal ideas always rock because we don’t always have the time to cook, but we definitely want delicious food. Paprika pork with pineapple salad is one of those dishes that you can prepare in under thirty minutes. Mix and match other meats or fruits if … [Read more...]
Green Minestrone
Green minestrone uses basic green vegetables to make up a delicious and healthy soup to warm up a chilly day. Use other veggies like spinach or add green bell peppers if desired. Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 brown onion, finely … [Read more...]
Fried Cheese Ravioli
Fried cheese ravioli is a delicious starter which is quite similar to mozzarella sticks or other cheese stuffed appetizers. Since it is made of pasta it can be quite heavy. For my appetite, it is a meal in itself. You may replace the tomato dip with marinara sauce if desired. … [Read more...]
Crab and Corn Soup
Crab and corn soup is a yummy soup recipe which you can make in minutes. Use canned sweet corn kernels if desired. Crab sticks can also be used instead of crab meat. Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 corncobs, husks and silk removed 6 cups chicken stock 2 teaspoon … [Read more...]
Creamy Polenta
Creamy polenta is a light and fluffy comfort food which can be eaten as is or served as a bed for other dishes. Â You may also use soup stock instead of water to give it a twist. For this recipe the polenta is not cooked in direct heat, but you may do so if you are using a … [Read more...]
Stir-fried Chicken and Udon Noodles
Stir-fried chicken and udon noodle stir-fry is a delicious meal you can prepare in minutes. You may also replace the carrots and broccoli with other vegetables if desired. If you are serving the dish to guests serve the chili on the side instead of adding it onto the dish, so … [Read more...]
Prawns in Black Bean Sauce
Prawns in black bean sauce is a tasty dish with a robust flavor. The chili and ginger give this recipe an added zing. You may eat it as is or with rice. Make sure not to overcook the prawns so that they won’t become tough. Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 … [Read more...]
Sun-dried Tomato Pasta
Sun-dried tomato pasta is a yummy meatless dish that you can enjoy for lunch or dinner. Â Toss in some grilled chicken or other vegetables if desired. You may also add chili flakes if you want a spicier dish. Serves 2-3 Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil 1 1/2 … [Read more...]
Asian Short Ribs
Asian short ribs is a tasty meat dish that is great for sharing. You may add some sesame seeds or sesame oil to add more flavor. It is best eaten with rice. Serves 6 Ingredients: 2 kg beef short ribs, cut into 2 inch pieces 1 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons … [Read more...]
Easy Chicken Parmigiana
Easy chicken parmigiana is a delicious dish that people of all ages will enjoy. The soft and tasty chicken smothered in sauce and topped with yummy mozzarella cheese is surely worth all the calories. Enjoy it with other sides or even pasta if you wish. Serves … [Read more...]
Grapes and Dill Salad
Grapes and dill salad is a versatile salad dish that you can serve for fancy dinners. It also makes a great to go lunch. For this recipe we used baked chicken, but you may also use roasted chicken for a stronger flavor. Serves 6 Ingredients: 1lb. boneless … [Read more...]