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Lunar Lullaby Lemon Bars
Experience the calming lullaby of a lunar night with these bright and tangy lemon bars. As soothing and refreshing as the moon's glow, this dessert is a bite of lunar magic on Earth.
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup lemon curdInstructions Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)...Read more
Joyous Java Coffee Cake
Wake up to the inviting aroma of this delectable cake. Joyous Java Coffee Cake is a sweet start to any day.
Ingredients Flour Coffee Brown sugarInstructions Mix flour, coffee, and brown sugar, bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
Enjoy warm with a fresh cup of java.
This coffee cake is a morning delight, ...Read more
Tantalizing Tom Yum Soup
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Thailand with Tantalizing Tom Yum Soup. This spicy, tangy soup is a taste sensation.
Ingredients Shrimp Tom Yum paste LemongrassInstructions Boil shrimp with lemongrass and Tom Yum paste.
Serve with rice or noodles.
This Tom Yum Soup is a tropical beach, where the fresh shrimp...Read more
Noontide Nosh Greek Salad
Find refreshment in the heart of the day with Noontide Nosh Greek Salad. The medley of juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta is as refreshing and satisfying as a noontide breeze.
Ingredients 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 cucumber, chopped 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to ...Read more
Quick Fix: Tunisian Chickpea Salad
I was looking for a cool salad for this July 4th and created this spicy North African inspired chickpea salad. It makes a light summer vegetarian salad. I added some hard-boiled eggs to add variety to the texture of the dish and I give a foolproof method for cooking the eggs.
HELPFUL HINTS:
The vegetables can be very coarsely chopped in a food...Read more
Morning Melody Avocado and Egg Toast
Embrace the morning with a Morning Melody Avocado and Egg Toast. The combination of creamy avocado, runny egg, and crunchy toast sings a melody as delightful as the morning chorus.
Ingredients 1 slice of bread 1/2 avocado 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste Chili flakes (optional)Instructions Toast the bread until golden ...Read more
A single batter goes into the oven but comes out as a twofer: a souffle-like cake resting on top of a silky lemon pudding
The long-standing popularity of this dessert dates to the 1860s, when the advent of egg beaters with rotating parts made whipping the egg whites for the batter easier. For bold citrus flavor, we steeped a generous 2 tablespoons of zest in the milk and cream for the batter to extract both its water- and fat-soluble compounds. Baking the pudding ...Read more
Glorious Granola Bowl
Welcome the morning with this nutrient-packed bowl. Glorious Granola Bowl is a symphony of crunch and sweetness, a perfect start to any day.
Ingredients Granola Greek yogurt BerriesInstructions Layer the granola and Greek yogurt in a bowl.
Top with fresh berries.
This breakfast is a jubilant celebration of ...Read more
Sensational Greek Salad
This sensational Greek salad is like a trip to the Mediterranean. It's a fresh, crisp, and tangy lunch that's perfect for a hot day.
Ingredients: 1 cucumber 2 ripe tomatoes 1/2 red onion 1/2 cup Kalamata olives 1/2 cup feta cheese Olive oil Lemon juice Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Chop the cucumber, ...Read more
Quick Fix: Pollo con Finocchi (Chicken with Fennel)
My Italian friend, Daniela Musio, loves to cook. So, when she mentioned that her family likes her special easy summer dish, I asked her about it. She said that she cooks chicken with fresh fennel, fragrant rosemary, garlic and wine. It’s all made in one pot.
Fresh, crisp fennel has a mild anise flavor and when cooked it adds a slight crunch ...Read more
Elegant Eggy Toast
Eggy toast, also known as French toast, is a breakfast staple with a sophisticated twist. It’s simple, it’s delicious, it’s a brunch must-have.
Ingredients Eggs Bread ButterInstructions Dip the bread slices into beaten eggs.
Fry in a buttered pan until golden on both sides.
Elegant eggy toast is a ...Read more
Raspberry Ice Cream
Enjoy this previously published Zola classic...
From the IDF Diabetes Atlas:
“Today, there are over 380 million people living with diabetes. A further 300+ million with impaired glucose tolerance are at high risk from the disease – an alarming number that is set to reach 471 million by 2035. Diabetes has caused over 5 million deaths...Read more
Wholesome Wheat Pasta
Bring the charm of an Italian countryside to your lunch table with this heartwarming dish. Wholesome Wheat Pasta is a love letter to simple, home-cooked meals.
Ingredients Whole wheat pasta Olive oil GarlicInstructions Cook the pasta as per package instructions.
Sauté garlic in olive oil and toss the cooked pasta ...Read more
Grand Greek Tzatziki Dip
Dive into the refreshing flavors of the Mediterranean with this classic Greek dip. Grand Greek Tzatziki Dip is perfect for a sunny afternoon snack.
Ingredients Greek yogurt Cucumber GarlicInstructions Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess water.
Mix with Greek yogurt and minced garlic.
This dip is a ...Read more
Rapid Red Cabbage Slaw
This vibrant and tangy slaw is a quick way to add some German flair to your meal!Ingredients: 1 small red cabbage, shredded 2 apples, grated 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Mix red cabbage and apples in a bowl.
Drizzle with vinegar and olive oil, and season with ...Read more
Brunch Brilliance Bagel and Lox
Let the brilliance of brunch shine with Brunch Brilliance Bagel and Lox. The combination of chewy bagel, smoky salmon, and tangy cream cheese is as brilliant and satisfying as the mid-morning sun.
Ingredients 2 bagels 4 ounces smoked salmon 4 tablespoons cream cheese 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced Fresh dill for ...Read more
Turn a dinner of roasted chicken and vegetables into a simple yet flavorful skillet standby
The chicken achieves a perfectly roasted hue and crispy skin from cooking first in the skillet, and once the chicken is moved to another dish to finish cooking in the oven (a must for bone-in chicken breasts to cook evenly), the skillet is left with a savory fond that is ideal for either making a rich pan sauce or flavoring pan-roasted ...Read more
Starlit Symphony Strawberry Shortcake
Experience the symphony of a starlit night with this divine strawberry shortcake. As delightful and refreshing as a star-studded sky, this dessert is a melodic blend of juicy strawberries and fluffy shortcakes.
Ingredients 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/4 cup sugar 8 ready-made shortcakes Whipped cream for ...Read more
Fantastic Figs and Foie Gras
Embrace the charm of contrasts with this luxuriously sweet and savory appetizer. Fantastic Figs and Foie Gras is a celebration of the harmony that can exist between unlikely ingredients.
Ingredients Figs Foie gras Balsamic glazeInstructions Grill fig halves until caramelized.
Top each with a slice of foie gras and ...Read more
Italian Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Brunch Casserole
It was Sunday morning. We were in the mood for brunch, so we went to a restaurant called 1885.
1885 has indoor and outdoor seating. One section of the outdoor seating runs along one side of the bar. We sat there so we could chat with our favorite bartender, Daniel.
We were not there long when a couple of folks sat down beside us. Turns out ...Read more