One of my daughter’s favorite dishes is a good tuna salad. This is really nice kid-friendly lunch or dinner that is easy to put together. I make the […]
Appetizer / Vegan / Vegetables
Easy Crispy Chickpeas
Crispy chickpeas are a super healthy and wonderful alternative to chips. I usually can never get my husband to eat chickpeas, but when I put these easy crispy […]
Appetizer / Asian / Seafood
Sticky Rice Seafood Pancake
This sticky rice seafood pancake recipe was inspired by my husband’s aunt. It is Chinese in origin, but I am unclear as to which region or subgroup eats […]
Appetizer / Main Dish
Curry Chicken Salad
If you are like me, then time is really limited and sometimes you just want something quick and easy for lunch or dinner. This is especially true for […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Gambas al Ajillo
Spanish tapas are super delicious, but can be very expensive. Also, as a working mom with a young child, it is hard to eat out at restaurants. So […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Crab stuffed shrimp
I love making steakhouse classics at home. One of these classics is a crab stuffed shrimp dish, topped with buttery crispy breadcrumbs. This is definitely a luxurious dish, […]
Appetizer / Main Dish
Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
The classic meatballs in tomato sauce is an Italian-American go-to for most American families. The juiciness and richness of the meat find a nice contrast in a bright […]
Appetizer
Ricotta Parmesan Cream
One of the best appetizers I have had at an Italian restaurant was whipped ricotta. It had Parmigiano Regianno in it, along with some garlic. It was whipped […]
Appetizer
Cheesy Sausage Arancini
Arancini is a breaded and fried rice ball, usually stuffed with cheese and peas. It originates from Sicily. The name translates to “orange” because of its appearance. Cheesy […]
Appetizer
The Easiest Crispy Chicken Skin Chips
Do you get tired of throwing away chicken skins after making chicken noodle soup? I have just the recipe for you. These crispy chicken skin chips are super […]
Appetizer / Asian / Breakfast
The Best Soy Sauce Ramen Eggs
Do you ever feel immense sadness when you finish that delicious runny marinated soy sauce ramen egg in your bowl of ramen? Then dry your tears. The recipe […]
Appetizer / Sauces
Easy Vegan Basil Pesto
Types of Pesto With all the pesto recipes, a household classic is the Genovese style basil pesto. Nothing is better than a homemade basil pesto. And I happened to […]
Appetizer / Sauces / Vegan
Romesco Sauce
Romesco sauce is essentially a Catalan/Spanish-style pesto featuring red bell peppers rather than basil. It is garlicky, rich, sweet, and super yummy! You’ll love it as a spread […]
Appetizer / Seafood
The Best Easy Shrimp Ceviche
Authentic ceviche involves cooking raw seafood in citrus (usually lemon or lime juice) for many hours. But if you are someone who is concerned about food-bore illnesses, then […]
Appetizer / Asian / Main Dish
Chinese Salt and Pepper Wings
Sometimes you just want some chicken wings. Chinese Salt and Pepper Wings. Not the Buffalo kind. My favorite wings are from Asian restaurants, doused with loads of crispy […]
Appetizer / Side Dish
Southwestern Cheesy Corn Dip
I love a good cheesy dip. There’s also a popular Korean dish influenced by American cooking called corn cheese. It is cheesy and gooey, super melty. Very delicious. […]
Appetizer / Sandwiches
Tomato Bruschetta with Aged Balsamic Vinegar
What is Tomato Bruschetta? In Italy, tomato bruschetta is a very simple affair. It has: toasted bread rubbed with garlic, fresh tomatoes, salt, pepper, olive oil, and basil. […]
Appetizer / Asian
Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
How to mix it up with chicken If you are tired of the same old salt and pepper chicken recipe, definitely check this chicken satay with spicy peanut […]
Appetizer / Asian
Vietnamese Pork Spring Rolls
Vietnamese Pork Spring Rolls for Family Dinner Vietnamese pork spring rolls are among my favorite of Vietnamese foods and easy dinners. They are easy, healthy, filled with lots […]
