We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1012926-blueberry-ginger-jam?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share Our modifications: first, we reduced the sugar from 1 cup to a mounded ½ cup (not quite 2/3 cup) of homemade citrus-infused sugar (recipe here: https://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/173869712321/citrus-sugar-we-tried-this-recipe). Second, instead of 1 Tbsp port wine, we used ½ Tbsp bourbon mixed with ½ Tbsp pomegranate molasses. Third, we added not only the… Continue reading Blueberry ginger jam
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Banana oat pancakes
We made this recipe, but halved it: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/banana-oatmeal-pancakes/ Our modifications: First, we disagreed with the general instructions to combine all ingredients in the blender. Instead, we blended the dry ingredients first in our handheld mixer, then set them into a bowl. Using a separate mixing bowl, we mashed the banana, egg, milk, and vanilla extract… Continue reading Banana oat pancakes
Simple arugula salad with apple, pecan, and dried cherries
We tried this recipe: https://juliasalbum.com/arugula-salad-with-apples-cranberries-and-pecans/ We substituted the cranberries with dried cherries, and we plumped in hot water as suggested. (June 2021)
Banana oatmeal nut butter cookies
We tried this recipe: https://runningonrealfood.com/flourless-peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal-cookies/ Our modifications: first, we found that 3 medium bananas yielded about 1 ¼ cups. Second, we used ½ cup sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter. Third, we used rolled oats (we did not have quick oats). Finally, we added ½ tsp vanilla extract, ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, and… Continue reading Banana oatmeal nut butter cookies
Sauteed rotisserie chicken with Middle Eastern flavors
We had about 3 cups of rotisserie chicken leftover (mainly bits of breast, backmeat, 2 thighs, and a wing). Loose instructions: first, remove meat from carcass, handshredding into bite-sized pieces. Second, heat a medium nonstick frying pan on medium and spray with a little vegetable oil. Add the shredded chicken, then add 3 Tbsp slivered… Continue reading Sauteed rotisserie chicken with Middle Eastern flavors
Fruit and oat bars with Middle Eastern flavors
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1013145-white-house-fruit-and-oat-bars?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share We made substantial modifications, including Middle Eastern flavors (pomegranate molasses, dates, and pistachios): first, for the syrup, we combined 6 Tbsp canola oil; ¼ cup each light brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, and pomegranate molasses (for a total of 1 cup sweetener). Second, for the fiber, we used 2 cups… Continue reading Fruit and oat bars with Middle Eastern flavors
Homemade pop tarts
We tried this recipe: https://lemonsandzest.com/the-easiest-homemade-pop-tarts/ For the filling, we used our homemade strawberry plum jam. First, we found that ¾ Tbsp per pop tart was sufficient. Second, we used store-bought pie crust (1 box, which had 2 layers). We strongly recommend rolling out each layer of dough to no more than 1/8" thick for a… Continue reading Homemade pop tarts
Fruit jam oatmeal cookie bars
Flush with homemade strawberry-plum jam, we tried this recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/11314/delicious-raspberry-oatmeal-cookie-bars/ Our modifications: first, instead of raspberry jam, we used strawberry-plum jam, recipe here: https://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/628996606180655104/strawberry-plum-jam-while-on-vacation-with-a. Second, we baked ours at 350 for 45 mins (we found 35-40 mins insufficient). After baking, we placed under the broiler (on low) for about 2 mins. We let it cool,… Continue reading Fruit jam oatmeal cookie bars
Strawberry plum jam
While on vacation with a limited pantry, I had a sudden craving for peanut butter-jelly roll-ups. Because we did not have jam or jelly, I decided to make a micro-batch based on what we had on hand: 6 strawberries (cut into quarters), 1 plum (peel-on, pitted, and cut into ½" pieces), ½ cup white sugar,… Continue reading Strawberry plum jam
Berries with honey-lime dressing
We loosely followed this easy recipe: https://kristineskitchenblog.com/berry-fruit-salad/ For the fruit, we rinsed and drained 6 oz raspberries and 1 dry pint blueberries. For the dressing, we used the juice and zest from one large lime and 1 Tbsp honey. For increased depth of flavor, we added a dash each freshly ground black pepper and a… Continue reading Berries with honey-lime dressing
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