I introduced Panch Phoron in my previous post. A delicious five spice Indian seasoning blend, it is delicious in a variety of dishes, including added to curries, rubbed on meats, sprinkled on vegetables before roasting, baked in bread, or used in this dish, Panch Phoron … Continue reading →
Panch Phoron (Indian Five Spice Blend)
Panch Phoron (also called panch phoran or paanch phoron) literally means "five spices." It is a spice blend commonly used in Eastern India and Bangladesh and consists of the following seeds: Cumin, Brown Mustard, Fenugreek, Nigella and Fennel. The spices are left whole … Continue reading →
East-West Lentil Stew
This was a creation on a whim. I wasn't in the mood to cook (oh yes, this happens even to me) and Todd was coming home in 30 minutes. I needed something quick to make. I opened my freezer and saw the homemade Mexican chorizo I had made and frozen a few weeks ago. I also … Continue reading →
Pulled Mango Chicken or Pork Sandwiches
If I'm going to give you a recipe for a condiment, like my homemade Mango Chutney, I'm also going to provide you with some creative and tasty ways to use it. So far we've had the Mango Chutney Chicken and the Grilled Cheese and Chutney Sandwiches. Here's another one: Low … Continue reading →
Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancakes)
Pajeon are savory Korean pancakes and green onions are a dominant ingredient. Pa literally translates to "green onion." Pajeon can be made with other ingredients as well. For example, you can add shrimp, beef, pork, tofu, seaweed, or whatever you like to the pancake … Continue reading →
Grilled Cheese and Chutney Sandwiches
I didn't know what to eat for lunch today. I wanted something quick and there weren't any leftovers of anything. I made my Easy Homemade Mexican Chorizo yesterday. While it is phenomenal tasting, it's obviously not a stand-alone meal. I opened the fridge and saw a … Continue reading →
Hungarian Mushroom Pasta
This is the pasta sauce version of my popular Hungarian Mushroom Soup. I had noted at the end of that recipe that the soup was fantastic as a sauce and simply required extra thickening to transform it. We had family over this past weekend and I made this sauce version … Continue reading →
Mint Chocolate Meringues
An elegant and delicious treat to enjoy for your choice of holiday themes: Christmas or St. Patrick's Day! … Continue reading →
Mango Chutney Chicken
I promised you a follow up recipe using this delicious Indian Mango Chutney. I will be posting a curry in the future using this chutney as well. But today's dish is succulent Mango Chutney Chicken. My husband and I loved this chicken...what we got to eat of it, that is. … Continue reading →
Caramel Orange Buttermilk Syrup
My mom makes some of the best pancake/waffle syrups there are. We have several favorites of hers, two of which are her vanilla buttermilk and orange syrups. My husband Todd made some pancakes (yep, those are his gorgeous fluffy pancakes in the picture) and while he did … Continue reading →
African Peanut Stew (Domoda)
An incredibly rich and delicious African peanut stew recipe that tastes even better the next day! Known as Domoda, it's the national dish of Gambia. Domoda is the national dish of Gambia. It is a delicious "groundnut stew" (peanuts) consisting of whatever vegetable … Continue reading →
Chicken Cacciatore with Polenta
An authentic, classic Italian dish. Cacciatore is Italian for “hunter,” referring to a dish that is prepared “hunter-style.” Though many variations of Cacciatore exist, hunter-style always calls for tomatoes, onions and herbs, and sometimes bell peppers and wine. … Continue reading →
Thai Peanut Tofu or Chicken Noodles
What do you do when you have a tub of tofu nearing expiration and a stalk of lemongrass screaming to be used? Well, I'll tell you what I did. I made a super quick, super easy, super tasty lunch - all in 10 minutes. (Not counting the baking time of the tofu). The … Continue reading →
Pan-Seared Chicken With Pink Grapefruit Cream Sauce
This is a Make a Request! fulfillment for Candy. Noting that I had already made a breakfast and dessert item using pink grapefruit (Pink Grapefruit Buttermilk Muffins and Pink Grapefruit Cream Pie), she requested an entree using pink grapefruit. As I already mentioned in a … Continue reading →
Koshari (Egyptian Rice, Lentils and Macaroni with Spicy Tomato Chile Sauce)
The national dish of Egypt, this authentic koshari recipe presents Egyptian street food at its best! Koshari (also spelled Koshary or Kushari) is the national dish of Egypt. It's served in virtually every Egyptian restaurant, in every Egyptian home, and on every … Continue reading →
Award-winning Tinga Poblana Tacos
Tinga Poblana is a classic pork stew from the Puebla region of Mexico. It is simmered with tomatoes, onions, garlic, chorizo, chipotles and spices. This Daring Gourmet pulled-pork version is for the slow-cooker and is used as a delicious filling for burritos, tortas, and … Continue reading →
Polenta Lasagna
Polenta Pasticciata con Ragu di Carne, a dish from the Campania region of southern Italy. This is a polenta casserole with a typical Italian ragu di carne. Polenta is made of coarse yellow cornmeal slowly cooked in water or stock until the desired consistency is met. While … Continue reading →
Southern Kidney Bean and Andouille Soup
Rich, satisfying and tummy-filling, this Southern-style soup is slowly simmered with smoked ham hocks and topped with slices of spicy andouille sausage. Kidney beans are extremely healthy. Besides having lots of cholesterol-lowering fiber (one cup of cooked beans has … Continue reading →
Japanese Mushroom, Tofu and Vermicelli Soup
Simple and simply wonderful. That's the best way to describe this Japanese soup made in just under 10 minutes. Shiitake mushrooms, soft tofu, and cellophane noodles (also called Chinese vermicelli) form the bulk of this soup along with green onions and delicate enoki … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken, Apricot and Almond Tagine
Moroccan cuisine is considered to be one of the most diversified cuisines in the world. This is because for centuries Morocco has been very interactive with other nations and has embraced and integrated many different cultural influences, not only in its foods but its art, … Continue reading →
Creamy Fettuccine with Shiitake & Porcini
Another Daring Gourmet original, coming up with a name for this was super fun! I finally arrived at something both poetic and whimsical. What do you think? "Creamy Fettuccine with Shiitake and Porcini." (Shiitake is pronounced "shi-taw-kee. Porcini is pronounced … Continue reading →
Pizza Margherita
Pizza. Fresh. Crispy. Chewy. Cheesy. Make pizza like a pro in your own kitchen. You don't need a lot of ingredients, just some basics like flour, yeast, cheese, basil and tomatoes. Experience why this vegetarian pizza is a beloved classic even among the most avid … Continue reading →
Spaghetti With Chicken Bolognese
For a healthier and leaner alternative to red meat but still made in authentic Italian fashion, try this Chicken Bolognese. Slow simmered with vegetables, herbs and white wine and finished with fresh basil and heavy cream, this sauce is full of flavor and is sure to become … Continue reading →
Barbecued Pulled Pork or Chicken Sandwiches
Sundays are the perfect day to pull out the slow-cooker. At least in my family. After attending church for 3 hours it's so nice to come home to a ready-made meal. To open the front door, walk in, and be greeted by the aroma of something succulent cooking in the kitchen, … Continue reading →
Pasta Milano Soup
Any Romano's Macaroni Grill restaurant fans out there? One of my favorites on their menu is the Pasta Milano. Bow-tie pasta topped with a creamy sauce of grilled chicken, roasted garlic, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes. As I was thinking about what to cook today (food … Continue reading →
Baked Chicken or Pork Chops with Chipotle Maple Barbecue Sauce
Well, I still had half a can of chipotles en adobo left over from yesterday's dish (as will you when you make it), so of course today's post had to be something chipotle-related! I was initially thinking pork chops...with a creamy sauce...a creamy chipotle sauce...breaded … Continue reading →
Smoky South of The Border Soup
This one is sure to become a family favorite! I made this on a whim today. My toddler was taking his nap, my baby was happily cooing away...and so I went to work in the kitchen! Some of my best creations come spontaneously rather than from careful, conscious planning … Continue reading →
Andalusian Gypsy Stew
Andalusia is the southernmost part of Spain. Although economically the poorest region in Spain, it is arguably the richer in culture and cultural identity. Bullfighting, flamenco, and Moorish-influenced architectural styles, to name a few, are all of Andalusian origin. It … Continue reading →
Swedish Kalops
Sweden has been open to the culinary influences of other countries for centuries. The 1800's were largely influenced by Britain. Today's dish, Kalops, comes from the English word "collops" meaning slices or pieces of beef. It has remained a well-known and well-loved dish … Continue reading →
Steak With Creamy Chanterelle Sauce
Chanterelle mushrooms. One of the most delectable of all mushrooms. It is described as having a fruity smell, similar to that of apricots, and a mildly peppery taste. Chanterelles have graced dinner plates as far back as the 1500's, but it wasn't until the 1700's that … Continue reading →
Tom Kha Gai
Tom Kha Gai is a highly popular Thai soup known for its intense and aromatic flavors and its rich and creamy coconut-infused broth. Tom Kha Gai translates as "boiled galangal chicken." Galangal looks similar to ginger and is related to it, but has a more peppery and … Continue reading →
Creamy Mushroom and Tofu Stroganoff
MEAT EATERS...DON'T SKIP THIS ONE! This vegetarian stroganoff is so yummy even carnivores won't miss the meat. But there are also instructions provided for a chicken version. And trust me, even if you don't like tofu, you're going to love this recipe! This was a spur of … Continue reading →
Philly Cheesesteaks
The All-American Philly Cheesesteak! Named for the city of its origin, this sandwich was invented in the city of Philadelphia by Pat and Harry Olivieri in the 1930's. They ran a modest hot dog stand in south Philadelphia near the famous Italian Market. Tired of hot dogs … Continue reading →
Tandoori Breaded Fried Mushrooms with Yogurt Dipping Sauce
If you love Indian food you've likely tried Tandoori chicken. The secret to great tandoori lies in the marinade and I cover that in my recipe for tandoori chicken. But this marinade is deliciously versatile and before we get to our mouthwatering Tandoori Breaded Fried … Continue reading →
Chipotle Squash Tacos
Here's something a little different. Squash Tacos. Did I simply wake up one morning with the idea of transforming squash into tiny fritters as a filling for soft tacos? Not exactly. Let me provide some context for this recipe... … Continue reading →
Yam Tua Poo
"Yam Tua What??!" Hey, I didn't name the dish. But all that matters is that it tastes good. And taste good it does! I had some leftover coconut milk, roasted chili paste, and lime juice that I needed to use, so I decided to make this classic bean dish from Thailand. Yam … Continue reading →
Sweet n’ Tangy Barbecued Chicken
Who doesn’t enjoy sticky, gooey, finger-lickin’ barbecued chicken? The aroma of this Sweet n’ Tangy Barbecued Chicken will waft through the air as it's cooking and inform your neighbors that “Dinner’s Ready!” Just be sure to make extra for the unexpected guests. Nothing … Continue reading →
Southern Style Peach Mustard Pork Chops
What is more All-American than a pork chop dinner? These Southern-style pork chops have a succulent coating that balances the moist and crispy textures. It's full, fruity flavor will have you savoring every mouthful. … Continue reading →
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