Making your own chilli flakes or powder is simple and economical, and one of the best ways to use a surplus of ripe chillies. Preparing flakes is especially satisfying in autumn when plants are heavy with fruit. The most consistent results come from using a food dehydrator, but a regular domestic oven works just as … Read more
Turkey Meatballs with Angel Hair Pasta is a wholesome, family-friendly weeknight dinner featuring tender ground turkey meatballs stuffed with melted mozzarella and served with delicate angel hair pasta. It’s an easy, approachable recipe that’s perfect when you need a satisfying meal without a lot of fuss. If you’ve ever doubted that turkey meatballs can be … Read more
This authentic New Orleans–style remoulade sauce is creamy, tangy, and perfectly spiced. Use it as a sandwich spread for po’boys, a dip for fried oysters, fries, or pickles, or as a sauce for crab cakes and shrimp. If you’ve enjoyed seafood in New Orleans, you likely tasted this creamy, slightly pink remoulade on the side. … Read more
Looking for a fast, flavorful way to cook salmon without sacrificing texture? This Pesto Butter Salmon uses just three ingredients and takes about 15 minutes to prepare. The combination of pesto and butter creates a rich, herb-forward coating, and a simple, high-heat baking technique produces tender, flaky fish with a delightful finish. Whether you buy … Read more
Make a very grownup treat with this Rum Java Float. Coffee, rum and orgeat syrup make a delicious adult beverage! I promised a new cocktail and here it is: the Rum Java Float. It’s a fun, slightly whimsical choice for Father’s Day (or any day you want a grownup treat). Sugar Island Rum suggested the … Read more
Jump to Recipe Winter is the perfect season to enjoy rich, slow-simmered stews like this Amish meat-lovers beef stew with dumplings. While the cold wind blows outside, a pot of hearty stew warms the kitchen and fills the home with comforting aroma. In many Amish homes, outdoor chores leave you chilled to the bone, and … Read more
“The coolest things in life are things that you have not done before. That’s the key to life: new things always.” – Afrojack. In just over a year of blogging, this is my first bread post. I haven’t ventured much into savoury baking — partly due to a little yeastophobia and partly from impatience with … Read more
We started a Whole30 Facebook group filled with fantastic people (you’re welcome to join), and one question we often see is, “What if I can’t do eggs?” An egg-free Whole30 cycle can be challenging, so we developed a protein-packed, egg-free breakfast: Whole30 Sausage Patties. They’re great for a quick morning meal or a grab-and-go snack. … Read more
Learn how to make kefir using milk kefir grains. Homemade kefir is a cultured, fermented milk beverage with a tang similar to buttermilk, but easier to digest and rich in beneficial probiotics. Using milk kefir grains as the starter helps milk thicken and coagulate without becoming overly sour. Homemade kefir is versatile — use it in smoothies, salad dressings, pancakes, and more.
This Mexican-inspired grilled chicken salad is incredibly flavorful and comes together in about 30 minutes (not including optional marinating). It’s a bright, fresh summer salad loaded with corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, crisp romaine, and juicy grilled chicken, all tossed with a creamy avocado-cilantro dressing. If you enjoy this flavor profile, try pairing … Read more