Flaming Cheese Saganaki
Though more popular for this flaming cheese appetizer, this Greek specialty is actually named after a saganaki, a diminutive of a sagani, or a small frying pan with two handles. In fact, it would also …
Other Recipes
Chicken Pelau
This Trinidad specialty may have just become my favorite all-in-one-pot rice pilaf. Again, like with some of the other recipes you'll find here, you may see a few changes which may set this Pelau …
Pad Thai Spring Rolls
Serve something fresh, flavorful, and healthy. This Asian specialty is certainly a treat! I rarely have spring rolls, but when I do get a craving for some, I'm just not having anything else. And …
Slow Cooker Pochero (Filipino Beef Stew)
Much like most other one-pot meals from various parts of the world, this Pochero from the Philippines is typical of a Sunday family lunch – rich, heavy, comforting. . . simply special. …
Cheesy Shakshuka
A shakshuka is basically a one skillet meal of eggs poached in a savory tomato sauce that is typically spiced with cumin and peppers. A well-known Israeli breakfast, typically eaten with a …
Cesnecka: Czech Garlic Soup
Let me state a brief disclaimer here. I've made a minor personal tweak to this classic garlic soup from the Czech Republic not in any way to try and improve on something already good as it …
Microwave Peanut Butter and Bacon Mug Cake
This mug cake is ready in an instant! Perfect for a quick breakfast or as an easy-to-prepare bring along snack! How about a quick and nutritionally-dense “muffin” for breakfast? Well, this …
Potato Latkes
Get the entire family totally excited over the same staple ingredient for dinner. Serve them potatoes cooked in a whole new terrific way! Derived from the Russian word ladka which means “small …
Thai Papaya Salad
A quick and simple salad that's full of flavor without all the unwanted calories. Perfect for a healthy snack or as a side for a dinner of grilled chicken or fish.
Kung Pao Chicken
Skip take-out with this classic Chinese stir-fry that's ready in minutes. Everyone in the family will surely love this!
Korean Rice Cake Soup
A perfectly comforting soup for a cold night. You'll definitely love the unique umami-rich flavor of the broth and the springy texture of the rice cakes.
Asian Vermicelli Stir-Fry
Pass on the pasta tonight and go for a quick Asian stir-fried noodle dinner. Quick, yummy, and a complete dinner on its own.
Curried Vegetable and Chickpea Salad
A quick roasted vegetable salad that the whole family will enjoy. Healthy can indeed be yummy!
Falafel Salad
Try something fresh and healthy for dinner. This deconstructed falafel salad is a must-try!
Gising-Gising
Serve something Filipino for dinner. This complete meal is definitely healthy while packing lots of flavor!
Roasted Vegetable Bruschettas
Quick, simple, easy. A healthy and colorful snack that's a perfect treat for the family.
Mexican Chicken Skewers
Serve something Mexican for your next bbq. This is one sure crowd pleaser!
Japanese Kani Salad
Whenever I do have a good craving for a salad, it would most likely be either for a chunky grilled chicken Ceasar or for this simple Japanese kani and mango salad. In fact, this starter would …
Champorado (Filipino Chocolate Rice Porridge)
A perfectly warming treat on a cold day. The whole family, especially the kids, will love this! Perhaps with very close origins to the Mexican Champurrado, which is a thick chocolate drink prepared …
Fish Escabeche
Escabeche is essentially a broad term for a fish dish cooked or marinated in some acidic solution. Of Spanish origin, this dish, which originally was a form of preservation, has made its way into most …
Croque Monsieur
As fancy as this classic French sandwich may seem, it really takes no more than a good choice of cheese and a good understanding of one very basic French sauce – the bechamel. For me, a Croque …
Mac and Cheese Lava Cake
Let your tested mac and cheese recipe get a whole lot more attention with this interestingly new spin – a cheese-filled mac and cheese lava cake. If you already have an excellent mac and cheese …
Spiced Mango Chutney
Make simple dishes more interesting with a serving of this spiced mango chutney on the side. Make in larger batches and keep them refrigerated in canning jars. Chutneys are basically condiments …
Citrus-Balsamic Pork Chops
A quick satisfying dinner for the family. Quick, simple, and needing only a couple of basic ingredients. This quick pan-fried pork chop recipe has become one of my go-to's whenever I want a fully …