We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1019600-loaded-sweet-potatoes-with-black-beans-and-cheddar?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share Instead of cheddar cheese, we used shredded Mexican blend. This was simple and delicious. The cheese and black beans complemented the sweet potato well. (Mar. 2022)
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Pressure cooker red beans and sausage
We roughly followed this recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/220863/pressure-cooker-red-beans-and-sausage/ We used 1 lb Camellia brand red beans, which we picked over and rinsed. Our modifications: first, instead of smoked andouille, we used uncooked Italian spicy chicken links, which we cut into 1/2" diagonal slices and browned in a large nonstick pan before adding to the pressure cooker. Second,… Continue reading Pressure cooker red beans and sausage
Sesame-ginger chicken meatballs with sticky glaze
We made these meatballs: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/sesame-ginger-chicken-meatballs We baked them at 450 for about 18 mins. While they were baking, we prepared this sticky glaze: https://drivemehungry.com/sweet-and-tangy-sticky-soy-glaze/ Our modifications: first, instead of 2 Tbsp hoisin sauce, we used 1 Tbsp oyster sauce + 1 Tbsp pomegranate molasses. While boiling the sauce, we added 2 Tbsp white sugar to… Continue reading Sesame-ginger chicken meatballs with sticky glaze
Sichuan napa cabbage with cellophane noodles
We tried this recipe: https://omnivorescookbook.com/chinese-napa-cabbage-with-glass-noodles/ Our modifications: first, we first sauteed 1/2 lb minced chicken in 1 Tbsp oil until browned, then we added only 1 tsp ground Sichuan peppercorns (instead of 2 tsp whole) and kept them in the stirfry. We added the scallions and microplaned ginger, then proceeded with the recipe. After the… Continue reading Sichuan napa cabbage with cellophane noodles
Thai candied kabocha squash
Kabocha squash has become a recent obsession; it evokes the best qualities of a sweet potato and a custardy pumpkin. We tried this simple recipe for a kabocha dessert: https://praneesthaikitchen.com/2012/11/03/thai-kabocha-pumpkin-candy-recipe/ We made half a recipe (1/4 kabocha, which yielded 3 wedges, each of which we cut in half crosswise for 6 pieces.) The recipe instructions… Continue reading Thai candied kabocha squash
Korean cabbage and soybean paste soup
We tried this recipe: https://www.maangchi.com/recipe/baechu-doenjang-guk. At the end of cooking, we added 1 tsp fish sauce to taste. We served this with rice, pan-fried tofu, and seared king oyster mushrooms. (Feb. 2022)
Italian fish stew of the Marchi region (brodetto di pesce alla marchigiana)
We tried this recipe: https://apple.news/AabuGzchZTMSBAZBSggJ4kg Based on our local supermarket, we couldn't find fresh halibut or similar fish, so we used 1.5 lb cod fillet and 1 lb catfish fillet. The cod worked really well, but the catfish wasn't as compelling. We skipped the squid and added 7 jumbo shrimp (shelled). This was very tasty.… Continue reading Italian fish stew of the Marchi region (brodetto di pesce alla marchigiana)
Vegetarian chili
We tried this Cookie & Kate recipe: https://cookieandkate.com/vegetarian-chili-recipe/ Our modifications: first, based on our pantry we had only 1/4 bell pepper and one jalapeño (seeded); we supplemented with 1 cup frozen corn kernels. Second, we used no-salt canned beans and no-salt canned diced tomatoes. Third, at the end of cooking, we added 1 tsp dark,… Continue reading Vegetarian chili
Grape sorbet
We tried this healthy recipe, and it was very tasty: https://www.liveeatlearn.com/5-minute-grape-sorbet/ We froze individual grapes on a quarter tray wrapped in a one gallon freezer bag for at least 4 hours. (Feb. 2022)
Vietnamese chicken soup with bean thread noodles
We tried this recipe: https://www.hungryhuy.com/mien-ga/ Instead of MSG, we used 1/4 tsp of Better Than Bouillon beef flavor. We added fried shallots as garnish (not shown). This was a clean, refreshing soup reminiscent of one we had Nam Viet, a local Vietnamese restaurant. (Feb. 2022)
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