Avocado And Egg Toast has emerged as a beloved staple for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick snack, celebrated for its simplicity and nutritional benefits. This delightful dish features creamy, ripe avocado spread (there’s the option to use guacamole – get recipe here – Authentic Guacamole) generously on a slice of toasted artisan bread, topped […]
It’s a given that the best cheesecake is a baked cheesecake. But a no bake cheesecake is quick and easy to make. How so? Well, if you don’t have the time needed for the delicate attention of making a baked cheesecake, than a no bake is the next best thing. This no bake cheesecake recipe […]
A simple and deliciously yummy Southwestern rice dish is a one-pot dish as it is made in the Instant Pot. Made with sweet corn, black beans, green bell peppers, brown long grain rice, spices and a sweet and tangy apricot dijon sauce. Instant Pot Southwestern Rice with a Apricot Dijon Sauce 2 tbsp olive oil […]
This apricot glazed chicken thigh meal is quick to prepare in just under 30 minutes. It’s sweet (for the honey) and tangy (for the Dijon mustard). As with any chicken thigh recipe, it’s tender and juicy as well. Because it is a meal that is easy to prepare, it makes for a perfect weeknight dinner […]
Salsa is traced back to the times of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayans. The native people created their own versions of salsa using tomatoes, chilies and squash seeds. However, official discovery to the rest of the world did not occur until the Spaniards conquered Mexico in the 1500’s. This mix of ingredients became popular throughout […]
Several culinary cultures have had an influence on the Hawaiian Islands. It started with the Polynesian’s migration to the islands around 400 A.D. The Polynesian cuisine offers a wide variety of specialities, mostly based on seafood and exotic fruit. But the food culture took a dramatic turn around the mid-19th century. Culinary Influence On Hawaii […]
French toast is not a French culinary invention, but rather dates back to the first century of ancient Rome. The History of French Toast A recipe for what we currently call French toast appears in a Latin language cookbook called Apicius de re Coquinaria (a collection of Roman cookery recipes). References to French toast since […]
Vinaigrette is a French culinary invention, around 1690 to 1700’s. It is an emulsion of vinegar and oil with onions, garlic, and shallots used along with other ingredients. The Basic Vinaigrette Recipe The most basic recipe for making a salad vinaigrette is one part vinegar or other acid like lemon juice, mixed with three to […]
This golden roasted sweet potato salad with arugula, pecans, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and a wonderfully delicious Apple Maple Vinaigrette makes for a great accompaniment to just about any meal. Cooks Notes Goat cheese can be purchased plain or with added flavors. Like Basil, Rosemary and even Honey. This recipe is using goat cheese with […]
A frittata is an egg-based Italian dish similar to an Omelette or crustless quiche or scrambled eggs, with additional ingredients such as meat, cheese, or vegetables. The word frittata in Italian roughly translates to “fried.” The first known use of the word frittata was in 1877, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. After You Make This […]
