In Chinese cooking, congee (粥, pronounced jook in Cantonese or zhou1 in Mandarin) usually involves boiling jasmine rice with a lot of water over low heat. You’ll often see people cook the rice along with ingredients that impart umami flavor, such as dried seafood or pork bones. You can serve congee at any time of the day. When I was young, Mama Lin often cooked congee for breakfast on the weekend, and we’d eat leftovers for lunch or dinner....
I’ll have to admit that bread pudding is not something that I grew up with, but something I fell in love with as an adult. While bread pudding is not the prettiest looking it sure makes up for in flavor what it lacks in looks. Especially this one, packed full of bright bursting berries and sweet rich little butterscotch chips. I love making bread puddings because they are so easy to put together, and what’s not to love about bread in a custard like sauce loaded with berries, or caramel sauces and topped with whipped cream and more sauces....
We love lasagna around here and have gotten creative over the years with Lasagna Soup and even Chicken Lasagna, but we’ve heard again and again from our readers that this is the best lasagna recipe they’ve ever made. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Best Lasagna Recipe Lasagna is the perfect meal, and of all of the recipes I’ve tried over the years, this is the perfect lasagna....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Hooray! Christmas is almost here! I hope you are taking some time to relax and make new Christmas memories with those you love. If you wanted something easy, fun and perdy to make for Christmas – try this Birds Milk Jello recipe. It’s Vera’s famous ptichiye moloko recipe (bird’s milk); a layer of creamy mouse topped with raspberry jello (don’t worry, I’m wrapping up my bird’s milk spree)....
Super Easy Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad Recipe Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure like no other as we dive headfirst into the tantalizing world of the Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad! Brace yourself for a taste explosion that will make your senses do a happy dance and leave you wondering if you accidentally stumbled upon the recipe of the century. This salad is not just a mere side dish—it’s a superstar on its own, stealing the spotlight with its incredible flavors, simplicity, and a touch of culinary wizardry....
Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe Have you ever dreamed it would be possible to combine the soft, rich, sumptuous flavor of cheesecake into the hand held treat that is a cookie? Well, dream no longer dear readers, because Jo is here to tell you that anything is possible with the right combination of ingredients. Bright blueberries, rich cream cheese, with just a bit of tang – this is your new favorite dessert....
Most people think of Cauliflower as an ingredient that needs to be cooked into Cauliflower Soup or Roasted Cauliflower, but raw cauliflower is a real treat. It has the perfect taste and crunchy texture for salad. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. We love fresh broccoli salads like our Broccoli Apple Salad and Broccoli Grape Salad. If you are a fan of crisp fresh broccoli and cauliflower, you will make this creamy salad again and again....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Sometimes the best meals are the simplest. This new red potatoes recipe has just 6 ingredients and you likely already have everything in your kitchen. It’s a quick side dish that will win your family over. Did I mention I live in Idaho? And did you know potatoes come from Idaho? (well, maybe not all of them, but we sure are famous for potatoes!...
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. P.S. This recipe is so easy to make – all you need is a bowl and a whisk. Watch the video tutorial and you’ll be on your way to making the best Carrot Cake Cupcakes. Carrot Cake Cupcakes Video If you enjoyed this video for Carrot Cake Cupcakes please subscribe to our Youtube Channel (P.S. Click the BELL icon so you can be the first to know when we post a new video)....
This sauce is naturally Vegan and Paleo-friendly, but make sure to choose a pasta that also fits your dietary needs by looking at the label. Zucchini noodles make a great grain-free option! Benefits of Cauliflower Cauliflower is the ultimate “chameleon” of vegetables, if you ask me. It can easily transform into Cauliflower Fried Rice, Cauliflower Pizza Crust, or a creamy sauce, like this one. Cauliflower also hides well in a Low-Sugar Smoothie, if you’re trying to use a little less fruit....
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries This is probably one of the best ways you’ll ever eat cheesecake, hands down. I love making these for friends, or even making a batch for myself and keeping them in the freezer. These make a phenomenal frozen treat, especially during this hot summer months. Can You Make Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Ahead of Time? Yes, you can hollow out the strawberries a day or two ahead of time & you can also prepare the filling....
This Clafoutis puffs up beautifully as it bakes and every bite has a juicy cherry in it. If you are a fan of cherries, this recipe will make you very happy. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Easy Cherry Clafoutis We were so inspired by French baking after our trip to Paris this spring. I was smitten with their sweet treats, from Crepes to Eclairs, and all of their amazing pastries and bread....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Cherry crumbles are wonderful – they are like cherry pies without the fuss. EASY. And the crumbly crisp almond topping is a perfect match to those juicy plump cherries. Even though I’ve enjoyed cherry crumble several times this week, I still wish I had leftovers. It’s just THAT good! P.S. Kids love it too. My husband and son went cherry picking this week and brought home 35lbs of gorgeous sweet cherries so we’re baking up all kinds of delicious cherry desserts....
This drink reminds me of the kind I used to get at a Sonic Drive-In, only this version is made with simple ingredients that you can easily find at the store. If you’re reading this when it’s not fresh cherry season, you can also use frozen cherries, which are often a more affordable option. Plus, when you buy pitted frozen cherries, you can skip some of the prep work of pitting the cherries!...
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Creamy, dreamy, oozing deliciousness with cheese pulls a mile long – these are the things that dance through my head in the last few hours of a long work day. The day I cooked up this casserole I knew I needed something quick and easy, a recipe that can be thrown into a pot and left to do its thing while I do mine. I have to admit I use ranch seasoning as a secret flavor bomb, and this recipe is the best way to test it out if you’ve never played around with this ingredient before....
A friend recently told me that he eats out on most nights because it’s more expensive to cook at home. I couldn’t believe it. Instinctively, I thought his statement couldn’t be true. Cooking fresh, healthy meals at home shouldn’t be more expensive than eating out, right? For the record, I eat at home 90% of the time, and I live in California where fresh foods are readily available. I admit, I might not be the best person to judge whether eating in or out is more affordable....
What Is Chicken Lo Mein Chicken Lo Mein is a classic Chinese noodle dish featuring tender strands of noodles stir-fried with juicy chicken pieces and a colorful assortment of vegetables. Infused with a savory sauce that blends ingredients like soy sauce, hoisin, and oyster sauce, it offers a harmonious mix of flavors and textures. Best of all, it’s ready in just 30 minutes! Brown Sugar: Adds a hint of sweetness to balance the savory elements....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. The madeira cream sauce has incredible flavor. You will want to dip your bread into the pan before the night is over and get every last drop of it. This Chicken Madeira recipe tastes fancy and will impress your family, dinner guests or your special someone for a date night in! This is one of our favorite copycat recipes. Everyone in our family loved this Chicken Madeira, even the baby!...
Be sure to try my Chicken Corn Chowder and Broccoli Potato Soup recipes next! Chicken Potato Soup I am pretty sure this is the most flavor-packed soup there is. This is definitely the best way to take chicken and potatoes and turn them into something that your family will devour. And while leftovers freeze well, I think it’s unlikely that you’ll end up having any! Not only does the crispy bacon add a lot of flavor and a nice little crunch, but the drippings are reserved and used to cook the vegetables, which adds so much amazing flavor to the broth....
Be sure to pair this with my crusty, airy, No Knead Bread! Chicken Vegetable Soup This recipe, without a doubt, is my favorite freezer food of all time. I make it in huge batches and fill up my freezer for easy (and healthy!) lunches during the week. It makes such a great base that you can serve as-is, but there is plenty of broth to accommodate the addition of rice, tortellini, pasta, potatoes, and more!...
