I know I promised a few recipes with yogurt this week, in honor of the Blogger Secret Ingredient. It came at a good time because I was planning on making baked zucchini fries, and what goes better with zucchini fries than ranch dressing? And ranch dressing goes perfectly with almost anything I can think of (raw veggies, crackers, sandwiches, grilled meats, etc.) so I always make extra. The zucchini is really just a guise so I don’t just eat the ranch by itself. A Note on the Buttermilk: If you don’t have buttermilk you can make your own. Pour ½ c of milk into […]...
The Blogger Secret Ingredient Is…Yogurt!
It’s not just for breakfast anymore! Yogurt is a kitchen staple that I use all the time in dips, spreads, dressings, baked goods, smoothies, and even as a thickener in savory dishes. I frequently use Greek-style yogurt as a replacement for sour cream, mayonnaise, and cheese. The best part about yogurt is that it can be made sweet or savory, so there’s something for everyone! A big thank you to Anna of the gorgeous blog London Foodie in New York, for picking my Black Forest Oats last week, and for asking me to host this week’s competition. To Participate: Everyone is welcome […]...
Bleu Cheese Mac
Does anyone else feel like fall = comfort food? I don’t know of a more widely popular comfort food than homemade macaroni and cheese. Pasta, cheese, and a house full of tantalizing smells as it cooks. Be forewarned though, with Bleu and sharp white Cheddar cheeses, this is a grownup-friendly mac and cheese (sorry kiddies!). My grown-up Bleu Cheese Mac will be sent to Natasha of 5 Star Foodie for her 5 Star Makeover: Macaroni and Cheese! Bleu Cheese Mac (Yield: about 8 servings) ¾ to 1 pound whole grain rotini pasta (or any small pasta shape you like) 4 TB […]...
Black Forest Oats
Oats are one of my favorite things to have for breakfast or dessert. As a kid, my mom made only one variety of oats for my siblings and I: rolled oats with butter and brown sugar. Despite its lack of diversity, this was delicious, and was one of our favorite breakfasts. At that time, I had no idea that one of the best things about oats is their versatility. You can remake candies (such as almond joys and caramel apples), cakes (like strawberry shortcake), and all manner of desserts into something healthy without sacrificing flavor, or having to spend all day slaving over a hot […]...
Fish with Sautéed Spinach & Tomatoes
During law school this was my go-to meal…I ate it once or twice a week for three years, which is probably why I rarely make it anymore, and why my husband tells me all the time that we should eat fish more often. This meal is quick (about 15 minutes from start to finish), healthy, delicious, and so pretty to look at (which is of course important, since we eat with our eyes before we eat with our palates or our stomachs). Scroll down the ingredient list and you’ll find an unusual pairing…fish and cheese. (I know, usually this is a horrifying combination!) This […]...
Ramadan & Red Lentil Soup
I wanted to write a post on Ramadan earlier (since it’s already the 16th day!), but time has been flying by. Ramadan (the Islamic month of fasting) is also a time for prayer, reflection, and giving charity. During Ramadan, fasting is done from sunrise to sunset to teach you patience, discipline, and empathy for others who aren’t as fortunate. Each day the fast ends with prayer, followed by a meal called iftar, and is usually broken with dates and a sip of water…but be careful not to drink too much water or you’ll be too full to eat, and trust me, that would be a shame!...
Turkey-Vegetable Meatball Bombers
Depending on where you’re from, you might know this type of sandwich as something other than a bomber, such as a submarine (or sub for short), hoagie, hero, blimpie, grinder, or po-boy. Anyway, it doesn’t matter since a meatball sandwich by another other name would taste as delicious! These sandwiches are picky-eater pleasers…my husband (who typically will only touch a steak sub) actually loved these meatballs…of course he wanted his bomber without cheese, but at least he was eating turkey-veggie meatballs! (Yes, for some reason my hubby is able to consume slimy green soup without any qualms, but he has a problem when it comes to cheese…go […]...
Onion Chutney
As promised, here’s the recipe for the onion chutney that I served with the Indian Butter Chicken. You can whip this chutney up in about a minute and the flavor just gets better the longer it sits. If you like your chutney to have a bit of heat, you can add some minced jalapeno, hot sauce, or cayenne powder. Onion Chutney 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 oz tomato paste 2 TB apple cider vinegar 1 TB honey 1 tsp canola oil ½ tsp paprika ¼ tsp garam masala ¼ tsp turmeric ¼ tsp cumin ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper […]...
Indian Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)
Indian Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) features tender spiced chicken marinated in yogurt and grilled, and then served in an aromatic spiced tomato-based sauce that’s velvety smooth and rich with cream and butter. I have to share a secret… This is my very favorite meal in the whole world. (And I’m excited because I only make it two or three times a year…after all it is butter chicken!)...
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
For the full recipe, see my post on Nutmeg Nanny. I have to tell you, the best part about these cookies is that the dough can be made into basically whatever kind of cookies you want! ;)...
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