Escargots de Bourgogne (IPA: [ɛskaʁɡo]) (French for ‘Burgundy snails’), also called escargots à la bourguignonne (‘Burgundy snails’) are a traditional dish of French gastronomy. It consists of snails of the Helix pomatia species (commonly called Burgundy snails) cooked and served in their shells stuffed with garlic butter and parsley. It is served as a starterContinue reading “Escargots”
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Buttermilk Pancakes
The first recorded mention of pancakes was in 600 BC from a poet in ancient Greece. This breakfast treat was made of wheat flour, olive oil, honey, and curdled milk, a little different from the pancakes we know today, but you get the idea; it goes way back. Pancakes can be breakfast, a snack, or evenContinue reading “Buttermilk Pancakes”
Tembleque
Tembleque is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert served especially for holidays. It is a velvety coconut custard sprinkled with cinnamon, almost the same flavors of coquito without the booze, and in dessert form. It is a staple in most families since it is so delicious and easy to make. If you haven’t heard of itContinue reading “Tembleque”
Coconut Cream
This is for all of us who live in places where not everything is available and struggle to find it, prefer our food from scratch, and control what goes in it. Coconut cream is delicious and is called for in many recipes, from bread to cocktails; this product is used for so many things andContinue reading “Coconut Cream”
2 Ingredient Biscuits
Many of us love a warm fresh out of oven biscuit from time to time; even though it is not rocket science, it may take some time and ingredients that you may not have in hand all the time. While working on banquets and weddings, biscuits are often an item on menus, especially in family-styleContinue reading “2 Ingredient Biscuits”
Honey Spiced Walnuts
There is no doubt that walnuts and honey are a healthy and delicious addition to your diet; to say that walnuts are a nutritious food is a bit of an understatement. Walnuts provide healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals — and that’s just the beginning of how they may support your health. One ounce (aboutContinue reading “Honey Spiced Walnuts”
Creamy Corn & Basil Sauce
This bright green sauce looks beautiful, tastes amazing, and it pairs perfectly with the ricotta gnudi. You can use frozen, fresh corn ears or corn from a can but I want to say that using FRESH corn and grilling the cob before cooking it in the sauce; is a little secret that makes a differenceContinue reading “Creamy Corn & Basil Sauce”
Ricotta Gnudi
Gnudi are a tasty Tuscan, Italian favorite consisting of ricotta dough balls that got their name from the English word nude, or naked. Gnudi are gnocchi-like dumplings made with ricotta cheese and spinach instead of potato. Unlike gnocchi which are found in most regions of Italy, gnudi are primarily found in the Tuscany region. InContinue reading “Ricotta Gnudi”
Cashew Dip
The first time I tried this recipe, I fell in love with it; this dip is delicious, filling, and easy to make. This kind of preparation is what most vegans would call “cheese” or “cashew cheese.” I don’t call it cheese since there is not one thing reminding me of cheese in it; in myContinue reading “Cashew Dip”
Pectin
This time the recipe is not for a dish but for a clever and useful solution. Have you heard about pectin before? Pectin is a high-molecular-weight carbohydrate polymer present in virtually all plants, where it contributes to the cell structure. The term pectin covers several polymers, which vary according to their molecular weight, chemical configuration,Continue reading “Pectin”