A traditional treat during the Christmas holidays, these Portuguese cookies (broas castelares) are packed with sweet potatoes, dried coconut, ginger, orange and more! Portugal is not only the oldest state on the Iberian Peninsula, it's one of the oldest in Europe with … Continue reading →
Homemade British Mixed Spice
This famous British spice blend has been enjoyed in Christmas baking for several centuries. With both sweet and savory applications, you will love this deliciously versatile Mixed Spice blend! The term "mixed spice" for this popular British spice blend has been … Continue reading →
Lemon Millet Fig Cake with Walnuts and Candied Ginger
I've partnered with The J.M. Smucker Company to bring you this post. Packed full of whole grains, fruits, nuts, healthy oils and no refined sugar, this hearty millet cake will satisfy the sweet tooth without layering on the guilt! I've been baking quite a bit … Continue reading →
Healthier Whole Grain Molasses Cookies
Molasses cookies have long been a favorite of mine. I have many memories of my mom making them and good times spent dipping freshly baked and still warm molasses cookies into a glass of whole milk. Pulling them back out of the milk the texture would be chewy-squishy and … Continue reading →
Homemade Elderberry Syrup (for colds, coughs and flu)
Elderberry syrup has been used as an effective natural remedy for centuries for treating and preventing colds, coughs and flu. And it's so easy to make yourself! The elder tree (sambucus nigra) has been prized as a "medicine chest" for centuries because of its … Continue reading →
Salmon with Cranberry Ginger Mustard Sauce + Sous Vide & Slow Cooker Giveaway!
I've teamed up with Hamilton Beach to bring you this delicious post! Last week I found an incredible deal on fresh cranberries at a roadside produce stand: 2-pound bags for $2. Our family are all avid smoothie drinkers and being the berry-maniacs we are, I grabbed 15 … Continue reading →
Cranberry Ginger Mustard Sauce
Cranberry sauce. Whether you love it or hate it, Thanksgiving and Christmas simply aren't the same without it. As a kid and teenager I used to avoid the stuff. You know, that thick gelatinous stuff that retains the shape of the can after it's unceremoniously dumped onto … Continue reading →
How To Make Crystallized (Candied) Ginger
Have you ever come across a recipe calling for crystallized ginger but passed because you didn't have any, couldn't find any in the store, or just didn't want to bother trying to find it? Or have you thought about making it yourself but weren't sure how or figured it would … Continue reading →
Pineapple Mango Coconut Crumble with Candied Ginger
MAKE IT. It'll blow your mind. Or your palate rather. What I'm trying to say is, you'll thank me. … Continue reading →
Classic Gingerbread Cookies
Classic Gingerbread Cookies. There's a reason why these have been a Christmas tradition for eons. They're so much fun to make! … Continue reading →
Ginger Scallion Noodles
Ginger Scallion Noodles. Ready in less than 15 minutes + can be made ahead of time + tastes delicious = Yes, please! … Continue reading →
Sichuan Orange Beef
I received some pasta from Pappardelle's for review. All opinions are entirely my own. You don't have to order out or eat at a Chinese restaurant any more to enjoy Sichuan Orange Beef. You can make it at home within just 15 minutes - just be prepared to have your … Continue reading →
Whole Wheat Pear Upside Down Gingerbread Cake with Caramel Sauce
Did you know it's National Caramel Day today? I stumbled upon that little fact by accident this morning and I am so glad I happened to notice that. Because had I not, this Daring Gourmet original would never have been born! It's like happening to be at the right time and … 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 →
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