Why the name “Laughing Prawns”? In Cantonese, the word for prawn is Ha (虾); or in Mandarin, it sounds like 哈, which means laughter. So let’s all go “Hahaha!” with this refreshing sweet & sour appetizer! Ingredients: 12 medium Prawns 2 Hard-boiled Eggs 1 Green Apple ½ Mango (not too ripe so it’s sourish) 1 […]
Crock Pot Freezer cooking is the way for a busy family to do it! Take an afternoon and you can put together 40 meals all ready to go into the crock pot! Get the Recipe: 40 Meals in 4 Hours
Part brownie, part cookie, all chocolate delight, Dark Chocolate Brownie Drop Cookies are moist, rich and definitely a decadent treat. From the original site: If you love someone, bake these cookies for that person. If you’re trying to woo someone, bake these cookies for that person. If you love chocolate, DEFINITELY bake these cookies and […]
A delicious, fantastic twist on cooking sirloin. Ingredients: 8 slices bacon, sliced into small pieces 1 small onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp chopped thyme 8 oz fresh baby spinach 4 oz cream cheese 3/4 c Italian seasoned dried breadcrumbs 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1/8 tsp salt 1/4 […]
Eggplant Muffuletta Sandwiches are a meatless version of the hearty classic you’d find in New Orleans. Whatever you do, don’t leave off the zesty olive salad that makes this sandwich special (and messy)! From the original site: Be sure to have a bunch of napkins on hand when you set out to enjoy Eggplant Muffuletta […]
Why not cook this flavourful Fortune Fish with Bak Kwa this CNY, with taste oozing from the sweetness of the Bak Kwa & the fragrance of Flower Mushrooms? Get the Recipe: Chinese New Year Fortune Fish with Bak Kwa
I love the way the Hasselback Potatoes look they’re a great way of presenting potatoes in a meal. I found a really easy way to slice them to ensure that they don’t fall apart or get ruined in preparation, it’s a handy tip. Get the Recipe: Hasselback Potatoes
One of my most cherished childhood memories is making candy apple with my mom. Now I make them with my daughter. One day I imagine she will make them with her kids. Such a sweet tradition to pass along! My mom used to make them without using corn syrup and thermometer. Ingredients: 2 cups of […]
Using rice paper instead of pasta sheets, this lasagna is gluten free, full of flavour and really easy to make. Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Lasagna
Mentaiko or ‘spicy cod roe’, is marinated roe of Pollock & it’s a common ingredient in Japanese cuisine. The cod roe works wonders to sharpen every distinguished flavour in an appetizer. Get the Recipe: Baked Hotate Mentaiyaki
I created this salad for a Food Blogger Los Angeles meeting called Kale-a palooza. We all brought kale dishes to our meeting. Kale is one of the healthiest, most nutrient-dense veggies on the planet. This holds up well as leftovers, too. From the original site: And so was born Kale-a-palooza Salad, a fitting main dish […]
A two breast chicken kiev with tarragon butter and gluten free breadcrumb coating. Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Chicken Kiev with Tarragon Butter
Quote: This might be a chubby thing to say, but honestly, can you think of a day that wouldn’t be a good day for donuts? I couldn’t either. As a result, I took it upon myself to update the everyday deliciousness that is donuts, and turned them into cute bite-sized treats perfect for this upcoming […]
This gluten free stir fry has sweet and sour flavours with a citrus zing . It’s a really simple but tasty recipe that is cooked in one pot and takes less than 20 minutes. Get the Recipe: Vietnamese Prawn Stir Fry
Mushroom, potato and kale soup is hearty and has an earthy, warming goodness thanks in part to three different varieties of mushrooms in the mix. From the original site: Being sick is no fun, but a bowl of hot soup can do wonders for you. You don’t have to be sick to enjoy this soup, […]
Pork mince, bacon, herb gravy and cheese and potato topping. A filling comforting meal that is perfect for a cold day. Get the Recipe: Pigsty Pie
“Baking is like washing–the results are equally temporary.” ― Patricia Briggs A moist, spicy, nutty bread to uplift the gloomiest winter breakfast. If you don’t have a loaf tin you can always bake it as a cake and cut out slabs in the sizes you want. Try to use overripe bananas, yes the ones with […]
A quick and easy meal witch a kick. Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Thai Green Curry
This recipe for Savory Broccoli, Cheddar & Chive Scones has all the right stuff for a warm and tasty side you can serve up with lunch or dinner. From the original site: Save dessert for later and serve these Savory Broccoli, Cheddar and Chives Scones with a bowl of hot soup or a green salad. […]
“Those pizzas I ate were for medicinal purposes.” ― Amy Neftzger Happy New Year! May our new year be as simple, satisfying and stress free as this breakfast pizza recipe. Ingredients: What you’ll need: Pre-baked pizza base 4 tbsp tomato puree ½ cup cheese (grated) ½ cup spinach (washed and chopped) 1 egg 1 ½ […]
The colors of Avocado Hummus are perfect for a seasonal celebration! Hummus is an easy, go-to dip, so why not pair it with the great taste and texture offered by avocados? From the original site: You can make one thing easy on yourself during the holiday season, whether you’re planning a party, or you need […]
Granita is a semi-frozen dessert & Matcha has amazing health properties. This X’mas, I’ve prepared for you a Matcha Granita Recipe, topped with the delicious Pure Liquid Chocolate NuStevia! Get the Recipe: Christmas Matcha Granita With NuStevia Chocolate Toppings
Tofu or Century Egg lovers, this is for you! Impress your guests this X’mas with this Funky Chilled Century Egg Tofu Recipe! Get the Recipe: Funky Chilled Century Egg Tofu
We are what we repeatedly do. [Barbecue], then, is not an act, but a habit. – Aristotle* Even though this recipe isn’t a barbeque let’s start with a short history lesson, the word barbecue has attracted several inaccurate origins from folk etymology. The word is derived from the French language, the story goes that French […]
Here’s a quick and easy dish for some variety in your dinner plans… It would be a great make ahead meal too, for easy weeknight dinners. Cube one loaf of sweet bread and toast in oven Brown one pound of chorizo with one cup of onions and celery, two eggs, Italian spices, salt, pepper, garlic […]