This roasted broccoli and bacon orecchiette is cozy, savory, and full of flavor. Oven-roasted broccoli, crispy bacon, and sautéed onions come together in a creamy tomato garlic sauce that clings perfectly to little orecchiette pasta shells. Finished with a generous sprinkle of parmesan, it’s simple comfort food with a gourmet twist. This is an easyContinueContinue reading “Roasted Broccoli and Bacon Orecchiette”
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Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap
Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap are Korean hand-rolled rice balls filled with a bold mix of tuna, gochujang, mayo, soy sauce, sesame oil, and scallions. Topped with shredded nori and furikake, they’re creamy, spicy, and packed with umami — like a Korean twist on your favorite spicy tuna roll. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or meal prep! WeContinueContinue reading “Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap”
Loaded Hummus Dip
Loaded hummus dip features creamy hummus topped with a fresh mix of diced cucumber, tomato, and mixed olives, finished with crumbled feta, fragrant herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Served with crisp pita chips for scooping — a bright, savory dip bursting with Mediterranean flavor. This dish makes a great partyContinueContinue reading “Loaded Hummus Dip”
Hong Kong Pan Fried Pork Chops
Hong Kong pan fried pork chops is a dish made with cuts of boneless pork seared until golden with crisp edges and tender, juicy centers, then coated in a savory-sweet Hong Kong–style sauce that’s rich, glossy, and full of flavor. Simple to make and perfect served with steamed rice and bok choy for a bright,ContinueContinue reading “Hong Kong Pan Fried Pork Chops”
Wild Mushroom and Leek Black Rice Risotto with Charred Lemon
Wild mushroom and leek black rice risotto with charred lemon is a rich, earthy risotto made with a blend of creamy Arborio and nutty black rice, slowly cooked with sautéed leeks, garlic, and white wine. Wild mushrooms add deep umami flavor, while fresh lemon juice and slices of charred lemon bring a bright, aromatic contrast.ContinueContinue reading “Wild Mushroom and Leek Black Rice Risotto with Charred Lemon”
Sichuan Poached Chicken
Sichuan Poached Chicken is a dish of tender chicken poached with ginger, Shaoxing wine, and salt. It is served with a bold sauce of dark vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, garnished with fresh scallions and Sichuan chili oil. This dish is best enjoyed with steaming hot rice. This dish reminds me ofContinueContinue reading “Sichuan Poached Chicken”
Ghalieh Meygoo (Iranian Shrimp Stew)
Ghalieh Meygoo is a traditional Persian Gulf shrimp stew simmered with fresh cilantro, fenugreek, garlic, and spices, enriched with tangy tamarind for a bold, aromatic flavor. Served hot with steamed basmati rice. I had never had this dish before making this, and we loved it! It has an amazing amount of flavor. There are aContinueContinue reading “Ghalieh Meygoo (Iranian Shrimp Stew)”
Korean Steak Salad
Korean Steak Salad is a bold and flavorful salad featuring tender gochujang-marinated steak, seared to perfection. Served over a bed of crisp lettuce with shredded carrots, charred green beans, tangy kimchi, and fresh scallions, then finished with a zesty Korean-inspired vinaigrette for the perfect balance of heat, crunch, and freshness. This recipe is basically aContinueContinue reading “Korean Steak Salad”
Sun Dried Tomato Three Bean Salad
Sun Dried Tomato Three Bean Salad is a bright and hearty salad made with a trio of kidney beans, black beans, and black-eyed peas tossed with tangy sun-dried tomatoes, crisp red onion, fresh basil, and parsley. Everything is coated in a zesty Dijon and red wine vinegar dressing made with rich sun-dried tomato oil forContinueContinue reading “Sun Dried Tomato Three Bean Salad”
Buffalo Hot Dogs
Buffalo Hot Dogs are a zesty upgrade to classic dogs! Juicy hot dogs are topped with creamy buffalo mayo, crumbled blue cheese, and crisp, thinly sliced celery for that signature buffalo wing crunch. Spicy, tangy, and totally crave-worthy. Also just about the easiest lunch, dinner or party food you can make. The mayo here isContinueContinue reading “Buffalo Hot Dogs”