Author: Cook Plate Fork

Rum & Ginger Cupcakes With A Creamy Rum Frosting

Rum cake is traditionally made in a Bundt pan, and it is a denser cake than regular cake, such as a carrot cake, chocolate cake or even banana bread. Dense cakes and cupcakes are often rich and decadent. Their flavor profile can be rather heavy but deliciously yummy. Especially with fresh ginger bits and spiced […]

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana

When a Danish chef travels to Tuscany to sell his father’s business, he meets a local woman who inspires him to rethink his approach to life and love. That’s a description of the recent 2022 movie ‘Toscana.’ Zuppa Toscana is exactly that, a very hearty, rustic, savory and creamy Italian soup, that is loaded with […]

Roasted Chicken Sausage With Sweet Peppers & Onions

This roasted sheet pan dish is easy to make, and it’s versatile enough for family dinners, buffets or tailgating. Italian chicken sausage stuffed with peppers and Asiago cheese. Not to forget the strips of roasted sweet peppers and sweet onions. It’s all mixed together and roasted with olive oil, minced garlic and savory Italian herbs. […]

4 Ingredients You Can’t Do Without In Cooking & Baking

In the heart of every kitchen, a few ingredients form the backbone of countless recipes. Whether you’re crafting a savory dish or a sweet dessert, understanding the role of these staples can elevate your culinary creations. Here, we delve into four indispensable ingredients that you can’t do without in cooking and baking: salt, vinegar, citric […]

Cooking & Baking With Honey

Honey can be challenging to cook with for several reasons. So many people may not cook with it because they don’t know how.

Cooking A Savory Stir-Fry

At its core, stir-frying is about balancing speed and heat. The method involves rapidly cooking small, equally sized pieces of food in a minimal amount of oil, over high heat.

Sweet Potato Rice Pilaf With Cranberries & Pecans

Rice pilaf sounds like a complicated rice dish, but in truth it’s really not that hard to make. This rice pilaf is delectably wonderful as a side dish with just about any main dish, such as roasted chicken or turkey. What Is Rice Pilaf If you have made a Mexican rice dish, rice pilaf is […]

The Spiralizer – Turning Vegetables Into Healthy Creative Satisfying Meals

The spiralizer is a culinary gadget that has quickly become a must have in the kitchen. The spiralizer is a tool that allows a kitchen cook to turn vegetables into noodles. Counter Top Vegetable Spiralizer Lisa Richards, author of The Candida Diet, writes, “Quitting Refined Carbs? The Spiralizer Is Your New Best Friend.” With the […]

Roasted Sausage With Apples and Butternut Squash

What makes this recipe extra delicious is the caraway seeds. The seeds are aromatic and have a strong flavor that is accompanied by mild earthy and nutty notes. The seeds are one of the dominant spices featured in several savory dishes of traditional European cuisine. German cooking employees the caraway seed to flavor everything from […]

A Citrus Wonder: Exploring the Multifaceted Uses of Lemons in Everyday Life

There are many uses for a lemon, with the most common being used in culinary cooking and baking desserts. The diversity of applications for lemons far exceeds the general knowledge of most people. But once you know the applications, you will no doubt stock up on lemons. The Many Uses Of A Lemon Lemons are […]