We tried this recipe, which ingeniously uses black beans in lieu of flour and butter. We forgot to use parchment paper, and we used 1% milk instead of almond. We used an 8x8 baking dish instead of 9x9. http://www.skinnytaste.com/amazing-flour-less-brownies/ (June 2017)
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Indian semolina upma with cashews
We tried this tiffin breakfast recipe: http://indianhealthyrecipes.com/upma-recipe-how-to-make-upma/ Our modifications: first, because the recipe serves only one, we doubled the ingredients. Second, we used cumin seeds, black mustard seeds, and whole fresh cayenne pepper (the recipe was fairly unclear). Also, “hing” is asofoetida. Third, although the ingredient list did not mention salt, the video did. We… Continue reading Indian semolina upma with cashews
Blueberry and raspberry buckle
We had a surplus of berries, so we tried this Melissa Gilbert recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017644-summer-berry-buckle. For the 4 ½ cup mixed berries, we used two 6-oz containers of each blueberries and raspberries (for a total of 24 oz). That was more than enough compared to the batter. We also did not have a 9 oz cake… Continue reading Blueberry and raspberry buckle
Crispy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies
I am a big fan of cookie recipes that include cereal. This one features Rice Krispies. http://lifemadesimplebakes.com/2014/07/crispy-crunchy-oatmeal-cookies/ (Feb. 2017)
Spicy salted caramel nuts
We tried this Ina Garten recipe: https://barefootcontessa.com/recipes/salted-caramel-nuts For some kick, we added ¼ tsp cayenne pepper along with the kosher salt. Based on our pantry, we used 2 cups each walnuts and almonds. We also overheated the caramelized sugar, so this has a slightly bittersweet flavor. The next time, we will try these instructions from… Continue reading Spicy salted caramel nuts
Simple guacamole
Recipe here: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/guacamole-recipe3.html (July 2016)
Spicy herbed brown sugar cashews
Preheat oven to 325 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a medium bowl, whisk together 1 large egg white, ½ tsp kosher salt, and 1 Tbsp water until barely frothy. Add 2 cups raw, while cashews and mix to coat. Drain the coated cashews in a colander for 10-15 mins to drain… Continue reading Spicy herbed brown sugar cashews
Mexican-style cinnamon sugar tortilla chips
We had leftover flour tortillas, so we tried out this recipe, which is a healthier version of buenelos: http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/04/healthy-cinnamon-sugar-chips/. However, instead of tossing the oiled, baked chips in cinnamon sugar, we tossed pieces a little vegetable oil, then added the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat the pieces before baking. We also sprinkled extra cinnamon sugar on… Continue reading Mexican-style cinnamon sugar tortilla chips
Oven-roasted shishito peppers
When I spotted fresh shishito peppers at H-Mart, I couldn’t resist trying them at home. We tried Michael Symon’s recipe from The Chew: https://abc.go.com/shows/the-chew/recipes/roasted-shishito-peppers-michael-symon Preheat the oven to 500. Trim the pepper stems slightly (¼ inch) to reduce the risk of them getting burnt and puncture the bottom of each pepper with a needle to… Continue reading Oven-roasted shishito peppers
Spicy caramel popcorn
Caramel corn with a dash of cayenne. Recipe from Smitten Kitchen: http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2009/12/spicy-caramel-popcorn/. My modifications: Rather than pop ½ cup kernels on the stovetop, I used two regular sized bags of Newman’s Natural microwave popcorn. I reduced salt to 1 ½ tsp (the recipe calls for 1 to 1 ½ Tbsp) and used ½ tsp cayenne.… Continue reading Spicy caramel popcorn
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