I don’t prepare many fish dishes, but when I do, Spanish fish stew is one of the few fish dishes that always comes to mind. Its rich, Mediterranean flavor is undoubtedly a household favorite. What’s more? It’s a one-pan meal. No mess, not a lot of dishes to clean! I would be lying if I …
Ask any person on the street, and 9 out of 10 of them would respond positively when asked if they like eating potatoes. I am no different! Potatoes are one of my favorite comfort foods, no matter how they’re prepared. Be it baked, fried, sauteed, mashed– you name it. This is because potatoes are excellent …
Are you in the mood for a tangy, creamy ranch? I consider a ranch a must-have for all my burger, pizza, chicken wing, and even french fry cravings. That’s why I always keep some of it in my fridge. And if you’re a vegan looking for a recipe to satisfy your cravings without worrying about …
Are you an organised and meticulous individual who is interested in earning extra income? The grocery business is one of the fastest-growing businesses and you could be useful as a shopper. You might even want to be a professional grocery shopper. A professional grocery shopper can earn a five-figure annual salary, making it a lucrative …
Eggs are delicious, but did you know they’re extra tasty and nutritious even at cute sizes? You’ve probably heard of quail eggs and realize they’re tinier than your regular eggs, but is there any difference in how they should be cooked from regular eggs? Read on as we discuss everything you need to know about …
If you love seafood, you’ve probably had shrimp scampi before, and you’ve likely heard of this Italian-American classic. It may sound like a classic Italian dish, but it’s actually quite different from the traditional recipe. While it has Italian origins, shrimp scampi is very much American in origin. The recipe can be prepared to fit …
I really like making myself and my family a good, old classic homemade pizza. Sure, store-bought pizzas are good, and there are a lot of pizza restaurant chains out there that make heavenly-tasting pizzas, but whipping myself my own version using my own recipes is always a victorious feat. You can put anything– and I …
Out of all the pasta dishes I’ve tried far and wide, I always go back to what my heart (and my taste buds) like the most: lasagne. I haven’t known anyone who hasn’t had a positive response over lasagne because why not? That creamy texture, the delicious sauce, a mixture of herbs, spices, ground beef, …
For many, a morning meal is not complete without eggs. It’s safe to say that among all food products, eggs are staple morning dishes that can be cooked in various ways and incorporated into various dishes to enhance and improve their composition and flavor. Heck, you can even eat eggs during lunch or dinner if …
A mild and rich Thai curry, massaman is a fusion dish with ingredients from the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and the Malay Archipelago. Despite its Thai origins, massaman curry can be enjoyed by all foodies. The curry paste is a blend of Thai ingredients and the spices of the Indian subcontinent. The result is an exotic …
You’ve probably heard of meatloaf– ground meat made into the shape of a loaf, either baked or smoked. Meatloaf is a relatively easy dish to prepare and easy to mess up when undercooked and overcooked. Meatloaf traces its origins back to Ancient Rome, where chopped meat is combined with spices, bread soaked in wine, and …
Isn’t it nice to start the day with vegan biscuits and gravy for breakfast? And the best part? They are easy to make, and you can make them from scratch! One of those go-to comfort foods is gravy with biscuits. Typical gravy indeed contains pork drippings and chicken stock, so you must go without those …
On days I’m tired of cooking the usual eggs, bread, or bacon and ham for breakfast, I find myself looking for healthy breakfast alternatives that are light, hearty, and healthy– just enough to fill me for breakfast while being loaded with nutrients. I also don’t have time to prepare and cook breakfast most of the …
Whenever I come across Mexican restaurants, I never make it out 4 out of 5 times without getting myself some enchiladas. I wanted a burrito at one point and realized they’re so similar yet so different at the same time. When I tried to make my own enchiladas at home, I enjoyed every bit of …
Summer is right around the corner. Have you satisfied your delicious milkshake cravings yet? Milkshakes are now familiar to almost everyone, vegans and non-vegans alike. New milkshake flavors are now available since people’s taste preferences have changed over time, leading to fresh milkshake flavors. A vegan milkshake is becoming increasingly popular because of the growing …
I know there’s something wrong with putting the words “vegan” and “cake” together. Vegan food is supposed to be guilt-free food, while cake is somewhat of a guilty pleasure. But hear me out! For people who love cakes but are mainly vegan, no one will take away your favorite cakes from you. Vegan cakes exist, …
In an ever-changing world wherein consumers become more aware and knowledgeable about the food being served to them, particularly when it comes to its nutritional benefits and sustainability, and animal welfare, the push for a vegan-eating population, has become more and more prevalent in today’s society. The vegan movement has taken root in the culinary …
So, what is roasted red pepper? It is a condiment usually added or mixed to almost any kind of food—from meats, chicken, fish, bread, pasta, and many more. Roasted red pepper sauce is also usually used to enhance spiciness in dishes such as marinades, dips, casseroles, other sauces, and even beverages! Moreover, roasted red pepper …
Craving for some baked pie but don’t know how to bake pie crust without filling? Let me help you! Somewhere along the way, people believed that making a pie crust from scratch was difficult. With only a few simple ingredients, you can make a pie crust that’s as delicious as it is easy. It’s simple …
If you’ve never heard of Filipino food, you’re in for a treat. The Philippines is an archipelago in Southeast Asia that may not be as popular as other East Asia in terms of food but has so much punch to throw when it comes to its local dishes, which will have you craving for more, …
I like chicken! As a matter of fact, I like to cook chicken but, most importantly, I really like to eat it! It has lean meat that is very versatile. Hence, chicken meat can be used as the main protein in various dishes. You could see it in flavorful stews, juicy and fresh-from-the-oven iterations, healthy …
Chinese broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable, which means it is related to the broccoli most people are familiar with, but it is a little different. What is Chinese broccoli? It is packed with nutrients and is a really healthy leafy green. It’s probably the healthiest of all the traditional Chinese veggies, and it comes in …
There’s a whole vast selection of Japanese street foods that most people don’t know about, and takoyaki is one of the better ones. What is takoyaki? The word literally translates as fried octopus, but they contain additional ingredients as well beyond just the fried cephalopod. They may contain a little seasoning, particularly ginger, as well …
I believe that sweet treats need to be pleasing to both the eyes and the mouth. This is mainly why I have taken a massive liking to mochi– and every variation. If you still don’t know and haven’t tried mochi, then you’re definitely missing out on what this sweet Japanese treat has to offer and …
You don’t need to do much to sugar snap peas to make them a tasty side dish for a larger meal. You can cook them up in just a few minutes, and they’re a healthy and simple dish that’s also pretty tasty. I like to keep the seasonings and garnishes to a minimum so that …
One of my favorite ways to cook eggs is sunny side up, which creates a perfectly round yellow bulb in the middle of a sea of white. The two components of the egg are separated as they cook, crafting a visually appealing food that also lets you choose which flavors and textures you want to …
Beet greens are the leafy green tops you see on a variety of produce. So, carrots, radishes, and beets all have these green leaves on top that most people will toss out. If you want to do something with them, and you know how to cook beet greens, you can make good use of that …
Red snapper gets its name from its snapping teeth, and it’s a fish with a sweet, subtle flavor that’s typically found in Caribbean waters. When buying snapper, don’t be fooled by other red fish marketed as red snappers. Some food manufacturers will classify some fish that aren’t truly red snappers, like rockfish, as red snappers. …
So, you made up a lot of delicious bacon last night in a late cooking frenzy just thinking about how wonderful it would taste. Now, you have a lot of bacon left over, and you’re not sure what to do with it. How long is cooked bacon good for? Do you need to eat it …
When someone talks about taco meat, you may be wondering what kind of meat they are referring to. Is it beef, chicken, pork, or something else? Is there a standard taco meat? Traditional taco meat is ground beef, though there are several types of taco meat. This is cooked up and seasoned several different ways …
Lemongrass is an aromatic herb that is often used in Asian dishes, adding a citrusy zest that makes the flavor profile more complex. Lemongrass can be a bit tricky to use, and if you feel like it might not be something you should be using in your foods, you probably just don’t know how to …
Duck can be a challenging meat to cook, not just in the cooking part of the process but in preparing and cutting the bird. It seems like everyone has a different way to cook duck, and it can get confusing trying to figure out which method to use. I’ll break down how to cook a …
In many parts of the world, woks are used to make meals daily. If you’re not used to using this frying implement, it may seem strange and intimidating to you trying to cook with a wok. You can make so many great dishes with this kitchen tool, though, like stir fries, fried rice, soup, eggs, …
The versatility of the air fryer means you can cook just about anything in there that you can bake in the oven, fry in a vat of oil, or even make in a toaster. My air fryer is used for chicken tenders, fries, cheese sticks, Buffalo wings, and all the classics, but it’s also a …
Trout is a sweet and tender fish that’s easy to cook whole. There’s no need to chop it up into smaller pieces when you have a relatively thin piece of fish like this that’s not very thick even when it’s the whole fish. I’ll show you how to cook trout whole and make it come …
Cilantro is one of those foods that is often a part of taco mixes and salsa, but if you’re making either of those at home on your own, you may not be inclined to add cilantro to it. That’s probably because most people don’t have cilantro sitting around their house. If you have never cooked …
Tacos should be flavorful and bursting with different textures. The various ingredients should all have their chance to shine, even the black beans. While many people prepare black beans for tacos just by warming them up, there is a lot more you can do with them to make them interesting. Preparing back beans for tacos …
Homemade salsa can taste incredible, but I wouldn’t say it’s incredibly easy to make. It is the kind of dish that people mess up easily for any number of reasons. Maybe the tomatoes aren’t very fresh or the peppers they use are too spicy or not spicy enough. Maybe they have too much liquid or …
I think it’s fair to say that just about everyone on Instagram has taken a picture of avocado toast at some point over the last couple years. It’s one of the most talked about breakfast foods, and it’s one you can make at home on your own. You can mix together the ingredients to make …
If you cooked up roast beef for dinner but you didn’t eat it all, you may be wondering what else to do with it. The idea of having roast beef the same way again and again until it’s all gone might not appeal to you. You might have enjoyed it the first time, but it …
Some people like to cook their pine nuts on the stovetop and others prefer roasting them in the oven. I prefer the oven baking method because of how many more nuts you can cook at once. It saves time if you are making a big batch, and I love the way they turn out when …
Using your air fryer, you can make roasted potatoes that are every bit as crispy and tasty as what you get out of the oven. It’s also a lot healthier way than cooking them in a bunch of oil, and it cooks faster using the air fryer than it would using the oven. It’s also …
Have you ever had a bowl of chicken soup and thought to yourself that the chicken in that soup was just so amazing? That’s probably because the cook knew a little trick to improve the taste of the chicken without ruining the soup. The secret to great, homemade chicken soup is to roast the chicken …
Roasted squash is a real harvest time favorite of mine, and I recommend it to everyone who wants to try something different with squash. When you take something like roast kabocha squash and season it up, it can add a delightful flavor and texture to your autumn spreads. The flavor is really rich and complex, …
Butternut squash makes a great stand-in for pumpkin for full meals. When roasted, butternut squash takes on a lovely texture and has a beautifully subtle flavor that makes it a joy to work in the kitchen. I usually use it in place of pumpkins when pumpkins are really expensive in the grocery or difficult to …
You can make a lovely side dish by roasting corn kernels in the oven. Feel free to use frozen corn or canned corn for this dish, and it can be seasoned a number of different ways to make it just to your liking. You can serve roasted corn kernels on their own or mix them …
While many people will parboil potatoes before roasting them to ensure they come out tender, it’s not necessary. You can roast potatoes without boiling ahead of time, and I’ll show you exactly how to do that. The reason people will parboil potatoes before roasting them is to speed up the cooking process. It can take …
If you’re fortunate enough to have access to venison meat, you may be interested in learning a few different ways to cook it. Venison can refer to most kinds of wild meat, but more specifically, it’s usually deer meat. It has a taste and texture that’s very similar to beef or goat, and I want …
I’m going to provide you with a few different methods to cook yellowfin tuna, so no matter what your preference is, you will have some options. How to Bake Yellowfin Tuna Baked yellowfin tuna works best when you marinate the tuna filets or steaks first. Allow them to marinate for an hour at least, and …
If you love chicken tacos as much as I do, then you will want to make sure you use the right kind of chicken when you’re preparing homemade tacos. If your chicken isn’t prepared and seasoned the right way, it can have the wrong texture or taste, and that can get in the way of …