I was surprised when I heard the news, at the time, my mother was in her early sixties, and insanely active and healthy. The woman participated the AIDS lifecycle event; a 6 day, 550 mile bike ride. A few days after, she was off to Egypt and Russia. I get tired biking to work, and my last big trip was Napa which is only an hour away. In fact, her main concern after being diagnosed was that the surgery would get in the way of her bike riding....

This particular recipe is only for adults thanks to a healthy dose of booze. Whipped cream and mini marshmallows are optional. What’s the Difference Between Hot Cocoa and Hot Chocolate? First, let’s clear up some confusion about hot chocolate and hot cocoa. These two names are used interchangeably, but they’re actually not the same thing. Hot cocoa is a mix of cocoa powder, sweetener, and a hot liquid. Hot chocolate is a blend of melted chocolate (this can be dark, semisweet, milk, or even white chocolate) and a hot liquid; the sweetener here is optional depending on your chocolate choice....

Make a big batch and refrigerate 4 days or freeze 3 months. Buttery Seasoned Rice I tell my friends this is the rice version of Potato Salad – you make a big batch, stash it in the fridge and bring it out night after night to serve with everything. Except unlike Potato Salad, this rice recipe can also be frozen. Whip it out of the freezer, pop it in the microwave for a couple of minutes....

Basting: We know that basting is traditionally done when roasting poultry. However, every time you open the oven door the oven’s temperature goes down by as much as 50 degrees. Depending on your oven and how consistent it is at maintaining temperatures, it could take quite a while for it to recover. We do not recommend basting your chicken for this reason. What type of beer should I use for Cajun Beer Can Chicken?...

Most people in Phnom Penh buy their food from the markets. I saw both live and freshly killed chickens, fish that were still wriggling, a very pungent fermented fish called prahok, and baskets piled high with all kinds of fresh produce like lemongrass, makrut lime leaves, baby (pea) eggplant, banana flowers, morning glory, and water spinach. It was all so colorful, chaotic, mesmerizing, loud, and messy! Luckily, I was able to get a cooking lesson from a chef in Phnom Penh who helped me learn more about all the ingredients I saw in the market and taught me some of the basics of Cambodian cooking....

Cashew Chicken Meatballs Monday Meatball Mania is back!!! Wow you guys LOVED the Swedish Meatballs I shared last month. Soft tender meatballs bathed in a creamy gravy….ugh. How did it take me so long to share that one?? For those not already on board the meatball train, here’s the background: my friend Jo from Jo Cooks and I whole heartedly agree that there needs to be more ball shaped foods in this world....

The leftovers keep well for several days in the fridge, and you can also freeze them and reheat them directly from their frozen state. I’ve been making this delicious side dish at least once a week over the past ten years. It amazes me how well it works as a substitute for white rice! It’s not just delicious, but also very similar in its mouthfeel and texture to the real thing....

BONUS: Learn the easy trick to make stabilised Chantilly cream so it stays fluffy and perfect for 2 – 3 days. Super handy so you can make whipped cream ahead! What is Chantillly cream Chantilly cream is just the “proper” French name for sweetened whipped cream. It has the same fluffy texture as plain whipped cream but a more luxurious flavour and an elegant satiny sheen. Basically, it’s a classier, tastier version of whipped cream!...

They are so much fun to make, and they are even more fun to eat. Plus, they’re ready in just 45 minutes! I love making meatballs for dinner. I have quite a few meatball recipes on this website, as a matter of fact (these pork meatballs are amazing). They are easy, versatile (you can use different kinds of meats and seasonings), and everyone loves them - kids and adults. But these cheese-stuffed meatballs are extra delicious....

It is at once tangy, rich, and herbaceous—though commonly used to flavor fish and other seafood, chermoula pairs equally well with meats and vegetables. This is the back-pocket recipe you need to use up the fresh herbs overflowing in your garden. My version is reddish brown in color, with plenty of greenery throughout. I use a combination of preserved lemon, parsley, cilantro, and smoked paprika. As someone who has the “soap” gene for cilantro, I’m always surprised at how enjoyable it is in this sauce....

I usually make this for our family of four with the intension of saving a couple of portions for another meal. However, it’s just so tasty that I generally find that the dish has been sneakily picked clean by anyone who happens to wander into the kitchen before I manage to get it in the fridge. I’ve successfully made a gluten free version of this too. This involves replacing the lasagne sheets with gluten free lasagne sheets, and also prepping your béchamel slightly differently....

“How are you planning to do that?” I asked, curious to know how this young man, a former college football player who could probably bench press a Volkswagen, would approach the challenge. “Lettuce wraps,” he replied. Well Patrick, this one is for you. It comes from my best pal and blogging buddy, the incredible marvelous Jaden Hair of SteamyKitchen.com, from her newly released cookbook, Steamy Kitchen’s Healthy Asian Favorites. (In fact, all of the recipes in her book would be great for your new year resolution, hmmm, maybe I’ll get you a copy as a pre-wedding gift!...

Jump to:📋 What do we need? 📺 Watch how to make it 🍽️ What to serve with this spicy curry 🍲 More fantastic Chicken Curries Chicken Pathia 💬 Reviews Originating from Persia, and then adapted over time to become a British-Indian-restaurant favourite, Chicken Pathia is a medium-hot, sweet and sour curry. It’s a very popular dish with lots of flavour and a tomato-based (rather than creamy) curry sauce. You can make it as hot as you like, or you can go milder if you prefer (use mild chillies and mild chilli powder or leave them out, or you can use hotter chillies and powder for more heat....

This is a cookbook exclusive recipe! This recipe is exclusive to my debut cookbook Dinner which includes a how-to video for every recipe. Just scan the QR code! Just to explain…. I know, it’s confusing! You’re so used to getting recipes on my website – there’s over 1,200 of them, after all. And here you are looking at a tasty recipe video and I haven’t provided the recipe. 🙀 I’m not just doing this to torture you, I promise....

There are tons of excellent looking chimichurri sauce recipes out there, but I tried to follow my motto and keep it simple with this one. I wanted a simple sauce packed with fresh herbs and garlic that wasn’t too oily. After a few tries, I found a winning combination. This sauce is garlicky, tangy, herby and just the right consistency for pouring all over a hot steak. Doesn’t that look amazing?...

Sweet potato burritos are addictively amazing. I’ve been eating them for years and they are totally delicious. In this recipe I utilize the smokiness of the chipotle which complements the sweetness of the sweet potatoes and the saltiness of the black beans. Sweet, salty, and smoky. Yum! And, hello, the cheese! These are great for a freezable lunch and just need to be popped in the microwave for a minute or two for reheating....

This is so simple that I’m not sure I can even call it a recipe. It is delicious though, so I had to share it! I love anything with Amaretto in. That sweet, almond scent - reminds me of bakewell tarts and marzipan - drool! I could happily got for a day out to an Amaretto factory and just sit on a bench, inhaling it all day. I wonder if if it’s possible to get drunk inhaling Amaretto scent?...

What other pasta shapes can I use? We love bowtie pasta in pasta salad, but you can use rotini, shells, radiatorre, or macaroni. Do I have to use avocado? We know there are strong opinions about avocados out there, which is why avocados are completely optional in this dish. Add them if you love them, and leave them out if you don’t. Bacon: If you don’t want to make bacon special for this dish, go ahead and use store-bought pre-cooked and crumbled bacon....

Hey there! Molly here from What Molly Made. I’m the writer, photographer and food lover behind all of the recipes there. I believe love is the answer, you can enjoy butter and veggies equally and that we can all connect over yummy food. I’m so excited to be sharing another recipe here with all of you! If you missed my latest, check out the Greek Yogurt Banana Bread, Blueberry Basil popsicles and Coconut Lime Cupcakes....

Baked Bean Shortcuts: The most time-consuming part of this recipe is the prep work. You need to make sure to soak your legumes overnight so that they cook up properly. They don’t call them dried beans for nothing – they will be rock hard when you take them out of the bag. One handy shortcut that we love using is this: boil the beans for 20-minutes and then let them sit for 1-hour before letting them simmer for an hour more....