Impossible Cake (aka Rick Bayless’s Chocoflan)
I hope you had a very happy Holiday. I know I haven’t posted in quite some time. Life sometimes forces hobbies to take a back burner. … Continue reading Impossible Cake (aka Rick Bayless’s Chocoflan)
Author: Melinda
Writing about the recipes I love new and old.
Fajita Salad with Cilantro Chimichurri
Have you tried Chimichurri? Until a few months ago I had never tried this sauce. Wow! Was I missing out. I was a little bored when it came to grilling steak and decided that the recipe over at 40 Aprons might be … Continue reading Fajita Salad with Cilantro Chimichurri
Oh So Easy Blackened Salmon
15 to 30 minutes and you have a dish that isn’t complicated, but intensely flavorful. Just a few spices that you should already have in your pantry, a nice piece of fish, and Butter… who could do without butter. This … Continue reading Oh So Easy Blackened Salmon
The Many Uses of a Paella Pan
I have been having so much fun with my paella pan. Yes, that is possible. I never new how versatile it could be until my husband bought it for me. I can’t even remember why we bought it, but now … Continue reading The Many Uses of a Paella Pan
Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza
If you’re like me, you dread turning on your oven in the summer. But sometimes you crave homemade pizza. Instead of the oven, get creative with your grill. Cooking on the grill takes some trial and error, but if you’re willing … Continue reading Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza
Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake
Top this amazing Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake with a cherry! Recently, we had two birthdays on the same day, my special man and our … Continue reading Decadent Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Cake
The Most Incredible Carrot Cake
Let’s talk cake for a minute. My amazing man and I have been married for over 20 years now and one of the things he … Continue reading The Most Incredible Carrot Cake
Travel Tip – Egg and Fruit Baskets
Question? How many eggs can you fit in a 1 lb. strawberry carton? June always calls for a trip to the mountains for my family. A getaway from all things “man made” to enjoy all things “God made.” I NEED … Continue reading Travel Tip – Egg and Fruit Baskets
Creamy Garlic Mint Yogurt Sauce for Grilled Anything
I am open to trying lots of things when it comes to food. The other night I was looking for a sauce for Tandoori Chicken and had come across a recipe that combined yogurt with cream cheese. It sounded … Continue reading Creamy Garlic Mint Yogurt Sauce for Grilled Anything
Fresh Swordfish Ceviche
What could be more perfect on a hot day? Continue reading Fresh Swordfish Ceviche
Glazed Lemon Pound Cake
I am in love with Chocolate, Salted Caramel, and Lemon. Sometimes, like this week lemon moved to first for a while. With this Glazed Lemon Pound Cake how could it not? It can be made in a big Bundt or … Continue reading Glazed Lemon Pound Cake
Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto with Chicken and Rosemary Ravioli
Who has spare time these days? In my spare time I like to research recipes and find new uses for common ingredients. I enjoy playing with techniques I haven’t tried before and the pleasure of finding a new favorite … Continue reading Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto with Chicken and Rosemary Ravioli
Lime Margarita Granita
It’s a snow-cone all grown up. This week the organizing bug got me. In the process I came across some recipes that I had stashed for latter use. One of them was Lime Granita from Bon Appetit. I’ve never been … Continue reading Lime Margarita Granita
Blackberry, Blueberry, and Vanilla Bean Cordial
Last year, I made some small batches of Cherry Cordial, followed by Blueberry Cordial, then Limoncillo, a tiny bottle of Black and Blueberry Cordial, and in the fall leftover Cranberries, yes got popped in a bottle too. There’s the Cherry. … Continue reading Blackberry, Blueberry, and Vanilla Bean Cordial
Hawaii Edition – Oven Roasted Hawaiian Sweet Potatoes
A week ago, this was my view. I wish vacations were longer! I could snorkel here for hours. Off to the left there, I actually did, I have the sunburn to prove it. This was our third time to Hawaii. … Continue reading Hawaii Edition – Oven Roasted Hawaiian Sweet Potatoes
Vietnamese-Style Beef with Garlic, Black Pepper, and Lime
I often come across a recipe that seems so simple, I wonder can it really be that good? This is another one of those. I don’t know what you take to read on vacation or road trips, but me, I … Continue reading Vietnamese-Style Beef with Garlic, Black Pepper, and Lime
Curried Chicken with Mango Chutney and Cellentani
Doesn’t this just say, Spring? It is my FAVORITE time of year. Is it your’s? And, mangoes, who doesn’t love a perfect mango? These were incredible! Did I tell you yet that I love Curry? Maybe I did? Well, I … Continue reading Curried Chicken with Mango Chutney and Cellentani
Creamy Mango Sherbet
Wednesday night was a special night. It’s an annual celebration that calls for a very special dinner. I would rather mess up my Thanksgiving dinner, than this dinner. Every year some special friends that we dearly love arrive from H.K., they … Continue reading Creamy Mango Sherbet
Keo’s Thai Cashew Chicken
This is for my son Joshua who LOVES cashews. He could eat them quite literally like popcorn. When I came across this recipe a few years ago, what caught my eye was its simplicity. A few ingredients, most of … Continue reading Keo’s Thai Cashew Chicken
Hot Buttered Naan Bread
Buttery, soft, and pillowy, tender and crustless. I have made these Naan a dozen times, or more. I love soft bread! The scent, while they bake. These I could eat all by themselves. They are just sooo good! Naan are … Continue reading Hot Buttered Naan Bread
Meyer Lemon and Vanilla Bean Posset (Meyer Lemon Pudding)
Creme Brulee , then Salted and Caramelized Vanilla Bean Pudding. I’ve been saving a recipe for years, meaning to give it a try. This week I decided it was time, but with a little tweek. Instead of Lime and Lemon … Continue reading Meyer Lemon and Vanilla Bean Posset (Meyer Lemon Pudding)
Salted and Caramelized Vanilla Bean Pudding
I have always been a fan of pudding. Chocolate wins out most of the time for me, though I do have fond memories of Butterscotch pudding while growing up. It’s my mom’s favorite. We rarely let it get cool; warm … Continue reading Salted and Caramelized Vanilla Bean Pudding
Aztec Soup (Quick Chicken Tortilla Soup)
As I said the other day when I shared Pork Vindaloo. I have two favorite cultural cuisines, Mexican and Indian. I still don’t know which came first my love for Mexican food or my love for my man, followed … Continue reading Aztec Soup (Quick Chicken Tortilla Soup)
Pork or Lamb Vindaloo – Authentic Goan style (Low carb)
I hope that as you look forward into the coming year it is filled with joy, excitement, and courage to face any challenges that may arise. I don’t have any resolutions. I’m not a yearly resolution kind of person. … Continue reading Pork or Lamb Vindaloo – Authentic Goan style (Low carb)
Chicken Enchiladas – Low – Carb and Gluten-free
I love enchiladas especially the tangy tomatillo sauced ones. In fact anything smothered in a tomatillos sauce sounds good to me. On the days when our family is lowering our carb intake I have missed making enchiladas. I haven’t tried … Continue reading Chicken Enchiladas – Low – Carb and Gluten-free
Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls
This last week was my Mother-in-laws birthday. My dear husband texted me the morning of to “remind” me to make her a carrot cake. “She loves carrot cakes!” No she doesn’t I teased back! My husband LOVES carrot cake! He … Continue reading Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon Blossom
Cinnamon Rolls Yes, you could just go to Cinnabon. Or then… You could make this Cinnamon Blossom, today, and a second batch tomorrow. Weeks ago I saw an amazing bread design. It intrigued me so much that I began looking … Continue reading Cinnamon Blossom
Rustic Beef and Onion Stew / Stifado
Rich and Hearty Stick to the Ribs Ultimate Comfort Stew This recipe came into my home about 10 to 12 years ago. It was so unforgettable. I look forward to fall so that I can pull it from the binder … Continue reading Rustic Beef and Onion Stew / Stifado
These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things… Must Have Autumn Favorites
This is a special week. I’m not allowed to cook this week. So what can I share instead? Let’s Talk Pumpkin I love cooking my families favorite things. Especially My Man’s favorites. He is addicted to Pumpkin Pie, especially when … Continue reading These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things… Must Have Autumn Favorites
Pan-Seared Lamb with Agrodolce Sauce
Agrodolce is simply Sour/Sweet in Italian. This recipe uses the sweetness of red onion and the tartness of tomato with a splash of red wine vinegar to accomplish the Agrodolce effect. I first came across a similar recipe on … Continue reading Pan-Seared Lamb with Agrodolce Sauce
